Falcons Release Mooney, Giants Eye Mid-Tier Receiver

0:00For NFL coverage, this is your March 5th update. The Atlanta Falcons have released wide receiver Mooney after a tough 2025 season. The 28-year-old caught just 32 passes for 443 yards and won touchdown in 15 games. That marked career lows in several key stats, like catch percentage and yards after the catch. He was also due to count 18.4 million dollars against the team's salary cap. Earlier this year, Mooney had a strong 2024 campaign with 64 receptions for 992 yards and 5 scores. But injuries, including a hit and broken collarbone in the summer of 2025, derailed him. A fifth-round pick out of college, he has averaged 51 catches and 671 yards over 6 NFL seasons. Fans and analysts point fingers at the Falcons for poor handling of his injury and overall team struggles, like a fading quarterback and defensive.

1:00Wows. Many feel Mooney got a raw deal after his breakout year. At 5 foot 11 and 180 pounds, he excels as an outside deep threat more than in the slot. Now healthy, Mooney should draw interest from teams needing a mid-tier receiver. He compares favorably to New York Giants' wide-out Darius Slayton, who averages 42 catches and 633 yards with higher yards. But per catch, the Giants could snag him cheaply to bolster their room. Giants fans might see this as a low-risk shot at reviving his form for a solid number 2 role. At 29 during the season, he is primed for a short-term deal somewhere. Keep an eye on free agency moves this off-season. Deanon is brought to you by our sponsor. Some travel miles to find peace. I just climb into bed and listen. S-O-L-I-SOL-PILLO.com. S-O-L-L-I-SOL-PILLO.com. S-O-L-I-SOL-PILLO.com.