The Atlanta Falcons signed eight players to their practice squad Sunday afternoon.
The Falcons announced the release of 13 players Saturday afternoon. The active roster is now at 53 players, the league mandate for the start of the 2009 regular season.
With one notable exception, the Atlanta Falcons have achieved the coaching staff’s major goal of the preseason: stay healthy.
With one notable exception, the Atlanta Falcons have achieved the coaching staff’s major goal of the preseason: stay healthy.
With two starters from 2008 now playing for other teams, the Falcons face certain changes at the linebacker position. But the team has made moves to fill holes with veterans and youthful talent. More on the linebackers in this "Camp Preview."
The Atlanta Falcons today signed linebacker Mickey Pimentel and placed linebacker Robert James on injured reserve.
The Atlanta Falcons today waived/injured linebacker Robert James.
The Atlanta Falcons today signed fifth round (138th overall) draft selection, linebacker Robert James to a four-year contract.
The selection of Curtis Lofton in the second round of the NFL Draft gave the Falcons some flexibility, including a chance to work Keith Brooking at outside linebacker.