The Atlanta Falcons took the first steps in reshaping the roster Friday afternoon, announcing the release of seven veteran players.
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Wide receiver Laurent Robinson led the Falcons with five catches Friday night against the Jets, but he’s got plenty more to show in the preseason. That and Warrick Dunn’s return to the practice field in the Training Camp Notebook.
The Falcons, who were not originally expected to be active in the free agent market early, surprised some with the signings of FB Ovie Mughelli, formerly of the Baltimore Ravens, and LB Marcus Wilkins, formerly of the Cincinnati Bengals on the first weekend.
The Falcons added depth to their linebacker corps and special teams on the second day of the free agent period as they signed former Cincinnati LB Marcus Wilkins on Saturday.