As free agency nears, the Atlanta Falcons' emphasis on familiarity could be important -- and lead them to defensive tackle Folorunso 'Foley' Fatukasi.

NFL offseason is officially here. Teams can start placing the franchise tag on unrestricted free agents beginning Tuesday, Feb. 18 through the franchise tag deadline on March 4, with the new league year beginning on Wednesday,

General manager Terry Fontenot and head coach Raheem Morris may dive into the bargain bin -- and come out with players familiar to defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich and defensive line coach Nate ...