The Atlanta Falcons today signed six players to the practice squad, claimed defensive tackle Jason Jefferson off of waivers and released defensive tackle Tim Anderson.
Like most positions, the defensive line underwent some major changes during the offseaon. A shot of veteran leadership and key personal strengths will be called upon as the team retools the defensive front for 2008.
More than a dozen Falcons players went fishing Wednesday afternoon with combat-wounded veterans on Lake Lanier. It was a time to relax, share stories and go after some elusive prey.
The Atlanta Falcons today re-signed defensive tackle Tim Anderson.
Head Coach Bobby Petrino said Tuesday that, due to an injury to Byron Leftwich, Joey Harrington will start Thursday against the Colts. That and more in the Tuesday Notebook.
The Falcons, recharged from a bye week, turn their attention to an old division foe this week. The San Francisco 49ers (2-5) and a running attack led by Frank Gore will visit the Georgia Dome Sunday.
Falcons defensive end Jamaal Anderson is working hard to stay fit through his rookie season and is excited about matching up against another rookie, San Francisco tackle Joe Staley.
Thursday, the Atlanta Falcons waived cornerback Brent Grimes and signed defensive lineman Tim Anderson.