The Falcons made various roster moves in getting ready for Russell Falcons Training Camp.
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.
Wednesday afternoon more than a dozen players and cheerleaders traveled to Positive Place Boys and Girls Club in Gainesville marking a milestone -- 100 player visits to Falcons Fitness Zones.
Thursday, the Falcons promoted linebacker Travis Williams from the practice squad to the 53-man roster and signed offensive guard Travis Leffew to the practice squad.
Running back Warrick Dunn needs just 58 more rushing yards to hit 10,000 for his career. Thoughts on the achievement and more in the Wednesday Notebook.
Monday the Falcons waived linebacker Travis Williams and activated running back Jason Snelling from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.
Warrick Dunn passed along the importance of learning and other messages at Vickery Creek Middle School Tuesday morning as part of the NFL's annual "Take a Player to School" program.
Saturday the Falcons announced the release of defensive end Josh Mallard and the promotion of linebacker Travis Williams from the practice squad to the 53-man roster.
Kicker Matt Prater had a strong workout before signing with the Falcons just before the preseason finale against Baltimore. Two field goals in the game helped seal the deal for the Falcons new kicker and kickoff man. That and more in the Practice Notebook.