Falcons Sign Veteran QB Trevor Siemian

Siemian brings 11 years of NFL experience to Atlanta's QB room

Mar. 26, 2026 at 2:18am

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The Atlanta Falcons have signed free agent quarterback Trevor Siemian, who has over 30 career NFL starts and 11 seasons of experience. Siemian will join a Falcons QB room that also includes Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa as the team continues to build depth at the position.

Why it matters

With the Falcons looking to build on a promising 2025 season, adding a veteran like Siemian provides valuable experience and competition in the QB room. Siemian's prior work with Falcons offensive coordinator Kevin Stefanski also gives him familiarity with the system.

The details

Siemian was originally drafted by the Denver Broncos in the 7th round in 2015 and started 24 games for them over the 2016 and 2017 seasons. He has also spent time with the Minnesota Vikings, New York Jets, and several other teams. In his most recent starting stint with the Jets in 2023, Siemian went 2-1 as the starter.

  • The Falcons signed Siemian as a free agent on March 26, 2026.

The players

Trevor Siemian

A 11-year NFL veteran quarterback who has started over 30 games in his career, most notably for the Denver Broncos in 2016-2017.

Michael Penix Jr.

The Falcons' young quarterback who will compete with Siemian and Tua Tagovailoa for playing time.

Tua Tagovailoa

The Falcons' other quarterback addition this offseason, who will also compete for the starting job.

Kevin Stefanski

The Falcons' offensive coordinator, who previously worked with Siemian when he was the Vikings' quarterbacks coach.

Ian Cunningham

The Falcons' general manager, who said the team is looking for competition at the quarterback position.

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What they’re saying

“Everybody's coming in to compete.”

— Ian Cunningham, Falcons General Manager

What’s next

The Falcons will look to Siemian, Penix, and Tagovailoa to compete for the starting quarterback job throughout the offseason and training camp.

The takeaway

By adding the experienced Siemian to the QB room, the Falcons are creating healthy competition and building depth at the most important position on the field as they look to build on their 2025 success.