T.J. Yates Named Atlanta Falcons Quarterbacks Coach

Posted Jan 30, 2024
It’s unclear who the quarterback will be in Atlanta this season, but we know who their position coach will be. Former UNC and NFL quarterback T.J. Yates will handle that role. Yates played for the Texans, Falcons, Dolphins, and Bills before moving into coaching with the Texans in 2019. He has been the Falcons' wide receivers coach the last two seasons. (NBC Sports)

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