Wayne Gandy is a Falcon again. The 14-year veteran started five games for the club last season before tearing an ACL. He said he's devoted to not letting his career end with an injury.
The Atlanta Falcons today signed free agent offensive tackle Wayne Gandy, signed defensive tackle J’Vonne Parker to the practice squad, released tight end Jason Rader and released defensive end Sean Conover from the practice squad.
The Atlanta Falcons took the first steps in reshaping the roster Friday afternoon, announcing the release of seven veteran players.
After a long weekend, Head Coach Bobby Petrino and the Falcons returned to work Monday morning. In his gathering with the media, Petrino said Joey Harrington would remain the team's starting quarterback heading into Week 12's game at St. Louis.
Falcons-Saints game notes and injury updates straight from the Louisiana Superdome press box.
After a tough loss to the Titans in Week 5, the Falcons welcome the opportunity to return home for a prime time game against the Giants and a chance to "have fun." "They're having fun and that's what we have to get back to -- just going out there and playing like we're kids again and going out there and having some fun," tight end Alge Crumpler said.
With a league leader in sacks set to visit the Georgia Dome Monday night, all eyes were on Renardo Foster and Tyson Clabo Wednesday afternoon. The duo will start the game after injuries to Wayne Gandy and Todd Weiner. More in Wednesday's Notebook.
Tuesday the Falcons placed veteran tackle Wayne Gandy (knee) on injured reserve. The team also signed offensive lineman Harvey Dahl.
Monday, Head Coach Bobby Petrino echoed some of his team's frustrations following a 20-13 loss at Tennessee. He also said quarterback Joey Harrington will remain the team's starter.