Arthur Blank addresses regime change, aims for 'leadership' that gets Falcons to 'next level'

Arthur Blank, owner of the Atlanta Falcons, has decided to restructure the team's leadership in pursuit of long-term success. This includes the creation of a new position, president of football, which will oversee all football-related activities. Among those considered for this role is former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. The decision follows the firing of head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot, despite a strong finish to the 2025 season with four consecutive wins. Blank emphasized the need for accountability and performance, citing "good is the enemy of great" as a guiding principle.

The search for new leadership will be supported by two search firms, with Sportsology assisting in finding a new general manager and ZRG Partners aiding in the search for a head coach. John Harbaugh, a recently available Super Bowl-winning coach, is a potential candidate for the head coaching position.

Blank also addressed the quarterback situation, expressing confidence in Michael Penix Jr., who is recovering from an ACL injury, while the future of