Falcons complete 2nd interview with Ian Cunningham for general manager positionBy Canadian Press on January 29, 2026. ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons completed a second interview with Ian Cunningham for their general manager position on Thursday. He previously interviewed for the president of football position — a role that went to former Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. Cunningham has served as the Chicago Bears’ assistant general manager for the past four years. Atlanta fired general manager Terry Fontenot and coach Raheem Morris after an 8-9 season.