The Atlanta Falcons were penalized by the NFL for violating anti-tampering rules as they signed Kirk Cousins, Darnell Mooney, and Charlie Woerner. The league fined the team and general manager Terry Fontenot. After Cousins signed a large contract, issues arose that led to an investigation into the team's dealings. Philadelphia avoided penalties for acquiring Saquon Barkley, but the NFL will continue to monitor the situation.