Atlanta Falcons

Hall will now be forced to miss the entirety of the upcoming campaign unless he's let go with an injury settlement. He most recently played for the Cardinals, appearing in two games during the 2025 season, and will now shift his focus to getting healthy.

Banks was waived by the Falcons on Sunday with an injury designation. The linebacker will now spend the entirety of the 2026 regular season on IR unless he is waived with an injury settlement.

Ebukam suffered a hamstring injury in Week 9 versus the Buccaneers, and he will now be forced to miss at least four contests as a result of the injury. In his absence, Za'Darius Smith is a top candidate to operate in a more prominent role at outside linebacker.

Hand's move to injured reserve comes as no surprise since it was previously announced that he'd miss the remainder of the season due to a torn quadriceps suffered during the team's Week 1 loss to the Steelers. The 30-year-old played just seven defensive snaps and failed to log any stats before getting hurt and will now shift his focus to getting healthy for the 2027 campaign.

The nature of Bertrand's injury is not clear, but the move to IR means the third-year pro will be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season, making Week 5 against the Ravens on Sunday, Oct. 11 the earliest he can return. He logged 35 tackles (13 solo) and two pass defenses across 15 regular-season games in 2025, contributing both on defense and special teams.

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Williams was designated to return to practice Oct. 22 and logged a trio of full practices this week. However, the Falcons have elected against activating him ahead of Sunday's game. If Atlanta doesn't activate Williams by next Thursday, he'll be required to miss the remainder of the campaign.

Jerrell was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers due to a biceps injury. He's now required to miss at least four games, so the next time he's eligible to play is Week 12 against the Vikings on Sunday, Nov. 29. Jerrell's absence leaves the Falcons with less depth on the offensive line.

Robinson already has missed two games due to a lingering hamstring injury and now must miss at least the next four outings, meaning his next chance for game action is Sunday, Dec. 13 at Cleveland. In a corresponding move, the Falcons are signing Khalil Herbert from the practice squad to the active roster to continue serving as the No. 2 RB behind workhorse Bijan Robinson.

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Bowman practiced fully all week and was eligible to return from a two-game absence with a hamstring injury, but per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com, he was left off the roster "not for an injury or performance reason" but rather because of a "numbers game" involving other healthy players.

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The move comes after Harrison passed his physical Friday, putting him on track to participate in Saturday's training camp practice. The 2023 third-rounder was limited to seven regular-season games last year due to a knee injury and ended the 2025 campaign on injured reserve. Harrison is expected to start opposite Brandon Dorlus at defensive end, with Chris Williams and LaCale London working in rotation.

It's an awful situation for Thompson, who had been set for a chance to play in the NFL after being selected by the Falcons in the sixth round of April's draft. Atlanta has not said much about Thompson, who currently resides on the team's reserve/non-football injury list.

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Malone was initially placed on the active/PUP list this past Wednesday due to an undisclosed injury. Now that he's on the reserve/PUP, Malone will be required to miss the entire 2026 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Falcons. He appeared in nine regular-season games for Atlanta last year and finished with eight tackles (two solo) and one interception.

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As was the case in Week 8, Dalton will not occupy a roster spot Sunday, but he will be permitted to play should both Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa be forced from the game and unable to return.

Rush sits as the emergency third option behind Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa. Rush will only enter the game if both Penix and Tagovailoa are unable to play.

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Tagovailoa likely will join Michael Penix (knee) on the sideline this weekend, while coach Kevin Stefanski announced Cooper Rush as Atlanta's starting quarterback for a second straight week, per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com. As for Tagovailoa, he hasn't been able to practice since sustaining a strained oblique last Thursday,Sept. 10 and likely will need to do so in order to put himself in a position to be available for next Thursday's road matchup with the Packers.

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Terrell recently returned for Sunday's win over the 49ers after missing four games while on injured reserve due to a groin injury. He practiced in full Wednesday, and while he was limited Thursday, the Falcons may just be playing it safe ahead of the Week 8 meeting with the Buccaneers. For now, Terrell should at least be considered questionable for that contest, though more clarity on his status will likely be revealed Friday.

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Henderson practiced in full Wednesday. He was downgraded to limited Thursday, popping up on the practice report due to a groin injury that he's dealt with in the last few weeks. With A.J. Terrell (groin) and Avieon Terrell (illness) also in danger of missing the Week 8 meeting with Tampa, Mike Hughes, Mike Ford and Robert Longerbeam may see more action.

Sample was waived by the 49ers on Wednesday with a knee issue. The signing means the linebacker passed his physical and should be good to go for the preseason. Sample should slot in as a third-string option at outside linebacker, right on the edge of a potential 53-man roster spot.

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Smith opened the week with back-to-back limited practices before logging a full session Friday. He's working through a neck injury that forced him to be sidelined for Week 6 against the Bears, and his status for Sunday's contest may not be officially known until the Falcons announce their list of inactive players about 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Smith's return would bolster the Falcons' depth at the edge rusher position behind Samson Ebukam (hamstring) and Cameron Thomas.

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Lindstrom has not yet cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, but there's still a chance he's given the green light by an independent neurologist before Sunday's game. If Lindstrom cannot play, Kyle Hinton will likely draw the start at right guard.

Dewberry got rolled up on and appeared to be having trouble putting weight on his left leg. The offensive guard will receive a further evaluation before a potential return timeline is given. With Dewberry out, Kyle Hinton will likely be the primary depth option at guard for the Falcons.

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Daniels practiced in full Wednesday, though after being downgraded to limited Thursday, there is concern he won't be on the field in Week 8 versus Tampa Bay. The 23-year-old is coming off the best performance of his career in the Week 7 win over the 49ers, garnering 11 tackles (nine solo) and one interception. His services will be needed even more if Divine Deablo (forearm) can't suit up once again. However, if Deablo and Daniels are both sidelined, Harold Perkins, Christian Harris and Josh Woods would likely be more involved.

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Matthews was able to log a full practice Friday, but the Falcons aren't quite ready to clear the veteran offensive lineman for Sunday's game. If he cannot play due to a groin injury, then Michael Jerrell would likely start at left tackle.

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Penix sustained the injury with 27 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, when he took a hard sack from linebacker Tavius Robinson. After giving way to backup Tua Tagovailoa for one snap, Penix checked back into the contest for the next play and threw an incomplete pass on a third-and-six before the Falcons punted the ball away. Atlanta then listed Penix as questionable to return to the game, but Tagovailoa ended up directing the offense for the team's lone possession of overtime. Per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com, Penix said that he likely would have been able to stay in the game if the Falcons had been on offense to begin overtime, but the pain in his ribs worsened during the Ravens' long touchdown drive to kick off the extra period. Penix is confident that his latest setback on the health front isn't a long-term concern, though the upcoming MRI will ultimately determine whether he has a realistic shot at playing in Week 6 against the Bears.

Collins had been on IR all season before he was activated Saturday. He was designated to return Oct. 22 and was a full participant in all three practice sessions this week, though it's still not certain that he'll be active Sunday. If Collins does suit up, he'll be helping to replace the snaps vacated by depth wideout Zachariah Branch, who has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury.

Zaccheaus was limited in practice all week due to a shoulder injury, which prevented him from playing against the 49ers in Week 7. His status may not be officially known until approximately 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, when the Falcons announce their list of inactive players. Zachariah Branch would continue to operate in an elevated role both offensively and on special teams as a returner if Zaccheaus is held out for a second consecutive week.

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As was the case in Week 8, Dalton will not occupy a roster spot Sunday, but he will be permitted to play should both Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa be forced from the game and unable to return.

Bowman practiced fully all week and was eligible to return from a two-game absence with a hamstring injury, but per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com, he was left off the roster "not for an injury or performance reason" but rather because of a "numbers game" involving other healthy players.

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Collins had been on IR all season before he was activated Saturday. He was designated to return Oct. 22 and was a full participant in all three practice sessions this week, though it's still not certain that he'll be active Sunday. If Collins does suit up, he'll be helping to replace the snaps vacated by depth wideout Zachariah Branch, who has been ruled out due to a hamstring injury.

Robinson already has missed two games due to a lingering hamstring injury and now must miss at least the next four outings, meaning his next chance for game action is Sunday, Dec. 13 at Cleveland. In a corresponding move, the Falcons are signing Khalil Herbert from the practice squad to the active roster to continue serving as the No. 2 RB behind workhorse Bijan Robinson.

Williams was designated to return to practice Oct. 22 and logged a trio of full practices this week. However, the Falcons have elected against activating him ahead of Sunday's game. If Atlanta doesn't activate Williams by next Thursday, he'll be required to miss the remainder of the campaign.

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Though Robinson was able to practice in a limited capacity Wednesday through Friday and was initially deemed questionable for Week 9, he was downgraded shortly thereafter and will not be available for Sunday's game in Madrid. In Robinson's continued absence, look for Khalil Herbert to be elevated from the practice squad to work in a complementary role behind Bijan Robinson.

Deablo was a limited participant in practice both Wednesday and Thursday. The 28-year-old has missed back-to-back games after suffering a forearm injury in Week 6 against Chicago. The sixth-year pro has 30 tackles (15 solo) and one pass breakup in six games this season.

Pearce was reinstated by the NFL on Monday after serving an eight-game suspension. The 23-year-old is expected to play a big role at edge for the Falcons' defense but may be eased back into the lineup to start out.

Collins remains on injured reserve but had his 21-day practice window opened two weeks ago. He's yet to play in a game this season.

Robinson also was deemed limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report, which gives the running back one more opportunity to upgrade to full participation before the team assigns Week 9 injury designations. If he's able to return from a two-game absence Sunday against the Bengals, he'd slot back into a complementary role behind Bijan Robinson, an assignment that Khalil Herbert handled in Weeks 7 and 8.

After landing in Spain early Wednesday in advance of Sunday's game versus the Bengals in Madrid, the Falcons opted to hold a walkthrough rather than a traditional practice. Robinson was able to do enough to garner a limited listing on the injury report, marking the first time since Week 7 that he's gone down as anything other than a non-participant in practice. If Robinson can get back to full activity Thursday or Friday, he'll put himself on track to be available as the top complement to lead back Bijan Robinson on Sunday.

Deablo has missed back-to-back games while nursing a forearm injury that he suffered in Week 6 against Chicago. The linebacker's ability to be limited Wednesday is a step in the right direction, but he will have two more opportunities to log a full practice and move past the forearm issue before Sunday's contest versus the Bengals.

The Falcons designated Abdullah for return to practice from their injured reserve list Tuesday, and he was able to actually get back on the practice field Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity. He's eligible to be activated ahead of Sunday's game versus the Bengals, but he'll likely need to manage a full practice Thursday or Friday to have a realistic chance to suit up in Week 9.

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Ebukam suffered a hamstring injury in Week 9 versus the Buccaneers, and he will now be forced to miss at least four contests as a result of the injury. In his absence, Za'Darius Smith is a top candidate to operate in a more prominent role at outside linebacker.

Abdullah went to Atlanta's injured reserve list after hurting his hamstring back in Week 4 at New Orleans, but it now looks like he may be close to returning to game action. The transaction opens a 21-day window during which the Falcons can officially activate Abdullah from IR before they'd have to put him back on the shelf for the rest of the campaign.

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Ebukam got hurt during Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay and could now be in danger of missing multiple games. In his absence, Za'Darius Smith and Charles Snowden will likely see increased playing time.

The same applies to LB Samson Ebukam, with Josh Kendall of The Athletic relaying via Stefanski that either or both of the injured players could face multi-game absences. Through eight games thus far, Branch has caught 10 of his 12 targets for 64 yards. In the 2026 third-rounder's looming absence, Drake London, Jahan Dotson and Olamide Zaccheaus will continue to lead Atlanta's WR corps, with Chris Blair in reserve.

Dalton agreed to a deal with the Falcons in October. While the veteran signal-caller will be inactive for the Week 8 meeting against Tampa Bay, he will be eligible to play if Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa exit the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

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Ebukam may have aggravated the same hamstring injury that he was dealing with earlier in the season. Za'Darius Smith, Charles Snowden and Jared Ivey are all in line for more defensive snaps.

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Collins isn't quite ready to make his 2026 regular-season debut despite logging a trio of full practices during Week 8 prep. He's been working through a hip injury since training camp, but his ability to practice without restrictions indicates that he's close to being cleared to play. Collins' next chance to play is Week 9 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Bowman was initially tagged as questionable after stringing together consecutive limited practices Thursday and Friday. However, he hasn't progressed enough in his recovery from a hamstring injury to play Sunday, so he'll end up being sidelined for a second consecutive game. Sydney Brown figures to see an uptick in defensive snaps in the absence of Bowman, whose next chance to play is Week 9 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Williams has been sidelined the entire regular season due to an ankle injury that he picked up in early September. He logged a trio of full practices during Week 8 prep, but he's not quite ready to return from IR, so his next opportunity to play is Week 9 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Deablo was initially tagged as questionable after ending Week 8 prep with consecutive limited practices. He'll end up missing a second straight game due to a forearm injury, and his next chance to suit up is Week 9 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 8. Harold Perkins is the top candidate to start alongside Kendal Daniels at inside linebacker in Deablo's absence.

It's an awful situation for Thompson, who had been set for a chance to play in the NFL after being selected by the Falcons in the sixth round of April's draft. Atlanta has not said much about Thompson, who currently resides on the team's reserve/non-football injury list.

Collins has strung together five consecutive full practices since being designated to return from injured reserve Oct. 22. His ability to practice in full indicates that he's past his lingering hip injury, although he would have to be activated from IR by Saturday in order to be available for Sunday's NFC South tilt. Collins' return would bolster the Falcons' depth at wide receiver and give the team an additional contributor on special teams.

After being listed as a non-participant on five straight injury reports due to a hamstring issue, Robinson will miss a second consecutive contest. In Robinson's absence, Khalil Herbert will continue to serve as the No. 2 RB to Bijan Robinson.

Deablo ended Week 8 prep with back-to-back limited practices, and he has a chance to return from a one-game absence due to a forearm injury. If he's not cleared to play Sunday, then Harold Perkins would likely start alongside Kendal Daniels at inside linebacker.

Zaccheaus was limited in practice all week due to a shoulder injury, which prevented him from playing against the 49ers in Week 7. His status may not be officially known until approximately 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, when the Falcons announce their list of inactive players. Zachariah Branch would continue to operate in an elevated role both offensively and on special teams as a returner if Zaccheaus is held out for a second consecutive week.

Terrell recently returned for Sunday's win over the 49ers after missing four games while on injured reserve due to a groin injury. He practiced in full Wednesday, and while he was limited Thursday, the Falcons may just be playing it safe ahead of the Week 8 meeting with the Buccaneers. For now, Terrell should at least be considered questionable for that contest, though more clarity on his status will likely be revealed Friday.

Robinson has yet to resume practicing after sitting out Atlanta's Week 7 win over the 49ers due to a hamstring injury. Robinson will likely need to practice in some capacity Friday to avoid being ruled out for a second consecutive game, in which case Khalil Herbert would likely be elevated from the practice squad to work as Bijan Robinson's backup again.

Henderson practiced in full Wednesday. He was downgraded to limited Thursday, popping up on the practice report due to a groin injury that he's dealt with in the last few weeks. With A.J. Terrell (groin) and Avieon Terrell (illness) also in danger of missing the Week 8 meeting with Tampa, Mike Hughes, Mike Ford and Robert Longerbeam may see more action.

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Deablo injured his forearm during the Week 6 loss to the Bears, which ultimately kept him off the field for Sunday's win over the 49ers. The 28-year-old didn't practice Wednesday, and while he was limited Thursday, he likely has more hurdles to clear before suiting up Sunday versus Tampa Bay. If Deablo can't get out there in Week 8, Harold Perkins and Kendal Daniels (Achilles) could be in line for more snaps.

Daniels practiced in full Wednesday, though after being downgraded to limited Thursday, there is concern he won't be on the field in Week 8 versus Tampa Bay. The 23-year-old is coming off the best performance of his career in the Week 7 win over the 49ers, garnering 11 tackles (nine solo) and one interception. His services will be needed even more if Divine Deablo (forearm) can't suit up once again. However, if Deablo and Daniels are both sidelined, Harold Perkins, Christian Harris and Josh Woods would likely be more involved.

Zaccheaus didn't play in the 29-20 win over San Francisco on Sunday. While his limited participation in the Falcons' previous two practices is a positive sign, he still may be heading for an injury designation for the Week 8 meeting with Tampa Bay. The 29-year-old hasn't been overly involved this season, catching four passes (11 targets) for 17 yards. However, Zaccheaus plays a role as a return man on special teams, so if he's not cleared to play Sunday, Jahan Dotson and Zachariah Branch may see more action in that area, even more so if Brian Robinson (hamstring) is also unavailable.

Robinson now hasn't practiced since last Wednesday, when he was limited, due to a hamstring injury. He likely will need to mix into drills Thursday and/or Friday to have a chance to play Sunday at Tampa Bay. If Robinson is inhibited or sidelined again this weekend, Khalil Herbert will serve as Atlanta's No. 2 RB behind top option Bijan Robinson.

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Dalton is a healthy scratch for Sunday's contest as he continues to ramp up his participation in the Falcons' offense. The quarterback joined the team after being cut by the Eagles on Oct. 9. Jack Strand (coach's decision) will be the inactive QB behind Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa for Week 7 against the 49ers.

Terrell was already listed as questionable due to a back injury, but he also picked up an illness Saturday, and the combination of ailments are enough for him to miss his first game of the season. A.J. Terrell was activated from injured reserve and figures to start at outside cornerback opposite Mike Hughes, with C.J. Henderson, Mike Ford and Robert Longerbeam all providing depth in the secondary.

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Strand is the emergency third option behind Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa, while Andy Dalton (coach's decision) is a healthy scratch as he continues to learn the Falcons' offense. Strand will only enter Sunday's game against the 49ers if both Penix and Tagovailoa cannot continue due to injury, illness or ejection.

Zaccheaus battled a shoulder injury throughout Week 7 prep, logging limited practice participation in all three sessions. The wide receiver ultimately lost the battle and will need additional time to recover from the injury, leaving Zachariah Branch as the Falcons' No. 3 wide receiver for Sunday's contest against the 49ers.

Collins was looking to make his 2026 debut in Week 7 but has not recovered enough from his hip injury to suit up. The wide receiver must be activated from IR by Nov. 12, or he will spend the entirety of the 2026 season confined to the list.

Jerrell was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers due to a biceps injury. He's now required to miss at least four games, so the next time he's eligible to play is Week 12 against the Vikings on Sunday, Nov. 29. Jerrell's absence leaves the Falcons with less depth on the offensive line.

Terrell was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday and logged a trio of limited practices. He's in the final stages of his recovery from a groin injury that landed him on IR in late September, and Terrell would likely start opposite Mike Hughes at outside cornerback if he's cleared to return Sunday.

Collins opened the season on injured reserve due to a hip injury, but he was designated to return from IR on Wednesday and strung together an LP-FP-FP practice log during Week 7 prep. He would need to be activated from IR by 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday in order to be available for Sunday's contest. If he's cleared to play, then most of Collins' work would likely come on special teams, though he would be in the mix for some snaps on offense if Olamide Zaccheaus (shoulder) is not cleared to play against San Francisco.

Bowman was removed from the Falcons' Week 6 loss against the Bears and did not return due to a hamstring injury, which also prevented him from practicing during Week 7 prep. His absence means Sydney Brown should see an uptick in defensive snaps during Sunday's contest, and Bowman's next chance to play is Week 8 against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Nov. 1.

Robinson made a surprise appearance on the Falcons' first Week 7 practice report Wednesday as limited due to a hamstring injury, but he capped the week with back-to-back DNPs and thus will miss his first game of the season Sunday. Atlanta will need to bring up Khalil Herbert from the practice squad Saturday to provide support behind top RB Bijan Robinson this weekend.

Henderson didn't play against the Bears in Week 6 due to a groin injury, and he was limited in the first two practices of Week 7 prep before logging a full session Friday. The full practice is a positive sign that the seventh-year defensive back will be available for Sunday's game, but his official status might not be known until about 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, which is when the Falcons announce their list of inactive players.

Deablo was held out of practice all week due to a forearm injury that he picked up in a Week 6 loss to Chicago. Harold Perkins and Josh Woods figure to be the top candidates to start alongside Kendal Daniels (neck) at inside linebacker in the absence of Deablo, whose next chance to play is Week 8 against Tampa Bay on Sunday, Nov. 1.

Daniels suffered a scary neck injury in Week 6 against the Bears, when he was stretchered off the field and transported to a local hospital. He was cleared to practice in Week 7 prep and ended up finishing with a FP-LP-FP log. Daniels is understandably not in the clear just yet, but he could be given the green light by medical staff once he goes through pregame warmups Sunday.

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Zaccheaus' practice reps were limited during Week 7 prep due to a shoulder issue, which he may have picked up during the Falcons' Week 6 loss to the Bears. If he cannot play Sunday, then rookie third-rounder Zachariah Branch would be in line for more work both on offense and on special teams as a returner, with running back Brian Robinson also in the mix for return duties.

Smith opened the week with back-to-back limited practices before logging a full session Friday. He's working through a neck injury that forced him to be sidelined for Week 6 against the Bears, and his status for Sunday's contest may not be officially known until the Falcons announce their list of inactive players about 90 minutes before the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. Smith's return would bolster the Falcons' depth at the edge rusher position behind Samson Ebukam (hamstring) and Cameron Thomas.

Collins was a limited participant in practice Wednesday. The 23-year-old will likely need to stay on track or upgrade to full participation by Friday for a chance to make his season debut in Week 7.

After Robinson opened the week as limited Wednesday due to a hamstring injury, his downgrade to no activity one day later is cause for concern. Friday's practice and his ensuing activity level likely will determine if he's in any danger of missing Sunday's game against the 49ers. The Falcons have Khalil Herbert and Jam Miller on the practice squad in the event Robinson isn't able to handle his typical RB duties behind Bijan Robinson in Week 7.

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Per Tori McElhaney of the team's official site, Williams was a limited participant at practice Thursday. The transaction opens a 21-day window during which Atlanta can take Williams off IR, after which he'd be required to stay there for the remainder of the campaign.

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Terrell had his 21-day practice window opened by Atlanta on Wednesday, and he was able to log a limited session. The cornerback will have two more chances to log a full practice and officially move past the groin injury that has caused him to miss the last four games while on injured reserve.

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Robinson may have tweaked his hamstring during the Falcons' Week 6 loss to the Bears, when he recorded season lows in offensive snaps (10) and carries (two). His ability to practice in a limited capacity suggests that the injury isn't considered a serious one, and he'll have two more opportunities to increase his practice participation and avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers, who he played for in 2025. In the event that Robinson cannot play, the Falcons could turn to practice squad options like Jam Miller and Khalil Herbert to serve as depth options out of the backfield behind Bijan Robinson.

Henderson was unable to practice at all last week before ultimately missing the team's Week 6 loss to the Bears while nursing a groin injury he suffered in Week 5 versus Baltimore. The cornerback's return to practice is a step in the right direction, and he will have two more chances to log a full practice before Sunday's matchup with the 49ers.

Deablo suffered an arm injury in the first half of the team's 31-23 loss to the Bears in Week 6, and he was ultimately unable to return to action before the conclusion of the contest. The linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice before Sunday's contest against San Francisco.

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Zaccheaus appears to have picked up a shoulder injury during the team's 31-23 loss to the Bears in Week 6. The fact that he was able to practice in any capacity Wednesday would suggest that it is a minor issue, but the wide receiver will have two more chances to prove his health before Sunday's matchup with the 49ers.

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Bowman suffered a hamstring injury in the second half of Sunday's contest and is not expected to return. If Bowman can't get back on the field in Week 6, Dee Alford should fill most of the void the rest of the way.

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Rush sits as the emergency third option behind Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa. Rush will only enter the game if both Penix and Tagovailoa are unable to play.

Deablo exited the first half of Sunday's contest with an arm injury. The injury is severe enough to rule out the linebacker for the remainder of the contest, meaning the Falcons will need to turn to Harold Perkins at inside linebacker against this Bears offense.

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The rookie linebacker will likely remain in the hospital overnight to receive further evaluation after exiting Sunday's game following a helmet-to-knee collision with the Bears' Colston Loveland. Daniels has recorded 29 tackles, a sack and a pass breakup through Atlanta's first six contests.

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Henderson was held out of practice all week due to a groin injury that he sustained during the Falcons' Week 5 overtime loss to the Ravens. In his absence, Avieon Terrell is expected to start opposite Mike Hughes at outside cornerback, with Mike Ford providing depth. Harrison's next opportunity to play is Week 7 against San Francisco on Sunday, Oct. 25.

Smith cleared concussion protocol Thursday, but his practice reps have been limited by a neck issue. The veteran pass rusher will continue to get treatment over the weekend, but if he's not cleared to play Sunday, then Jared Ivey would be the lone rotational option behind starters Samson Ebukam and Cameron Thomas.

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Smith's status on Atlanta's official injury report changed from "concussion/neck" to just "neck" Thursday, signaling he has cleared league concussion protocol ahead of Sunday's game versus the Bears. With that said, his availability for Week 6 is still up in the air due to the neck issue, and he may have to log a full practice Friday to avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend.

Henderson exited Sunday's 30-23 overtime loss to the Ravens due to a groin injury. He didn't practice Wednesday. However, head coach Kevin Stefanski hasn't ruled out the 28-year-old for the Week 6 meeting with the Bears. If Henderson can't get on the field versus Chicago, Avieon Terrell would presumably see more snaps alongside Mike Hughes.

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Penix sustained the injury with 27 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter, when he took a hard sack from linebacker Tavius Robinson. After giving way to backup Tua Tagovailoa for one snap, Penix checked back into the contest for the next play and threw an incomplete pass on a third-and-six before the Falcons punted the ball away. Atlanta then listed Penix as questionable to return to the game, but Tagovailoa ended up directing the offense for the team's lone possession of overtime. Per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com, Penix said that he likely would have been able to stay in the game if the Falcons had been on offense to begin overtime, but the pain in his ribs worsened during the Ravens' long touchdown drive to kick off the extra period. Penix is confident that his latest setback on the health front isn't a long-term concern, though the upcoming MRI will ultimately determine whether he has a realistic shot at playing in Week 6 against the Bears.

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Henderson is dealing with an apparent groin injury, and his chances to return to the field before the end of Sunday's contest appear to be slim. In his absence, Avieon Terrell, Billy Bowman and Sydney Brown all stand to see an increase in opportunities in the secondary.

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Rush will once again serve as the emergency third option behind Michael Penix and Tua Tagovailoa. Rush will only enter the game if neither Penix nor Tagovailoa can continue to play.

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Abdullah was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens, but his hamstring injury is severe enough for him to warrant a stint on injured reserve. He'll be required to miss at least the next four games, so the earliest Abdullah can return is Week 9 against the Bengals on Sunday, Nov. 8.

Smith entered the league's concussion protocol during the Falcons' Week 4 win over the Saints on Monday. He drew the questionable tag after practicing in a limited capacity Friday, but it looks like he won't clear protocol before Sunday's game. Samson Ebukam (hamstring) is also listed as questionable, so Jared Ivey, Bralen Trice and Cameron Thomas are all in line for more defensive snaps against Baltimore. Smith's next chance to play is Week 6 against the Bears on Sunday, Oct. 18.

Deablo was a limited participant in Friday's practice with a hamstring injury. The linebacker played through the injury during the Falcons' blowout win over the Saints on Monday Night Football. Diablo played 81 percent of the Falcons' defensive snaps in the contest and will likely suit up for a similar snap share in Sunday's game against the Ravens.

Matthews was able to log a full practice Friday, but the Falcons aren't quite ready to clear the veteran offensive lineman for Sunday's game. If he cannot play due to a groin injury, then Michael Jerrell would likely start at left tackle.

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Smith was a limited participant in Friday's practice as he continues to deal with a concussion he suffered in the Falcons' win over the Saints on Monday. The linebacker still needs to be cleared for full contact by an independent neurologist. If the 34-year-old still has concussion symptoms Saturday, he will not be able to suit up for Sunday's game.

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Matthews injured his groin in Monday's win over the Saints and didn't return. He was listed as DNP in Wednesday's estimated report, though his limited participation Thursday is an encouraging sign heading into Sunday's meeting with Baltimore. If Matthews can't get out there in Week 5, Michael Jerrell could continue to see more action.

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Matthews sustained a groin injury toward the end of the first quarter, and after being evaluated by medical staff, it has been determined that the veteran offensive lineman will not return to Monday night's game. Michael Jerrell will remain at left tackle the rest of the way in Matthews' absence.

Smith exited the contest in the first quarter after being down on the field for several minutes. An independent neurologist ruled that the outside linebacker had sustained a concussion, and he will not be allowed to return to the game. Smith will now enter the league's five-step protocol, and his status for a Week 5 matchup against the Ravens on Sunday night will remain in question for the time being.

Rush started for Atlanta in the team's first two games of the 2026 campaign. However, the signal-caller struggled overall, throwing for 229 yards, one touchdown and four interceptions while completing just 56.4 percent of his attempts. With Michael Penix (knee) and Tua Tagovailoa (oblique) back in the equation, Rush will be inactive against the Packers, though he will be available in an emergency situation.

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Strand saw some action in relief of Cooper Rush in the 34-3 loss to Carolina in Week 2. However, he didn't play well, throwing for 59 yards and one interception off 8-for-15 passing, adding two carries for 16 yards. With Michael Penix (knee) and Tua Tagovailoa (oblique) back in the mix, and Rush serving as the emergency signal-caller, Strand's services won't be needed in Week 3.

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Ebukam was not able to practice during the week, and he'll now have to miss at least one game as he recovers from the hamstring injury he suffered during Atlanta's loss versus the Panthers in Week 2. In his absence, Jared Ivey figures to see increased reps on the edge.

The 28-year-old linebacker may have felt under the weather upon waking up Sunday, and his availability now looks like it could come down to a game-time decision leading up to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. In the Falcons' Week 1 loss to the Steelers, Deablo played every defensive snap and finished with seven stops and one fumble recovery.

Penix was ruled out for Week 2 on Friday, so Cooper Rush will start for the Falcons for the second time in as many games. However, Penix has been practicing fully for two weeks, and if he feels confident that he is ready to play on his surgically-repaired left knee, he could take over as Atlanta's starter in Week 3.

Terrell didn't practice Wednesday but logged a full session Thursday. However, he was absent again Friday, resulting in a questionable designation. With Billy Bowman (Achilles) already ruled out, Avieon Terrell and C.J. Henderson may be tasked with taking on more prominent roles alongside Mike Hughes.

Despite logging a full practice Friday, Bowman won't suit up for the Week 2 meeting with Carolina. With A.J. Terrell (shoulder) questionable, Atlanta may need to lean more on Avieon Terrell and C.J. Henderson.

Lindstrom has not yet cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, but there's still a chance he's given the green light by an independent neurologist before Sunday's game. If Lindstrom cannot play, Kyle Hinton will likely draw the start at right guard.

Tagovailoa likely will join Michael Penix (knee) on the sideline this weekend, while coach Kevin Stefanski announced Cooper Rush as Atlanta's starting quarterback for a second straight week, per Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com. As for Tagovailoa, he hasn't been able to practice since sustaining a strained oblique last Thursday,Sept. 10 and likely will need to do so in order to put himself in a position to be available for next Thursday's road matchup with the Packers.

Terrell was able to return to Sunday's loss at Pittsburgh after hurting his shoulder while defending a pass, so Atlanta may just be exercising an abundance of caution. He could still avoid carrying an injury designation into the weekend if he practices in full Thursday or Friday.

Hand's move to injured reserve comes as no surprise since it was previously announced that he'd miss the remainder of the season due to a torn quadriceps suffered during the team's Week 1 loss to the Steelers. The 30-year-old played just seven defensive snaps and failed to log any stats before getting hurt and will now shift his focus to getting healthy for the 2027 campaign.

Penix practiced fully from Wednesday through Friday last week and ultimately was inactive for Week 1, so he is not a lock to suit up for Week 2 just yet. However -- per the same source above -- he shared the first-team work with Cooper Rush on Wednesday, and -- via Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com -- Penix himself indicated he could take the field Sunday. It likely will not be known for a day or two who will start at quarterback for the Falcons in Week 2, but at the least Penix is in the mix.

Tagovailoa missed the Falcons' Week 1 loss at Pittsburgh due to an oblique strain that he suffered in practice last Thursday. He hasn't practiced in the meantime, but he still will have two more sessions this week to mix into drills and potentially gain clearance to play Sunday against the Panthers. If Tagovailoa isn't able to do so and Michael Penix (knee) remains sidelined, Cooper Rush likely would be the Falcons' starting QB in Week 2.

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Hand will be forced to miss the remainder of the season while recovering from surgery. In his absence, Maason Smith will have the opportunity to carve out a more significant role for himself on the defensive line with Atlanta.

With Lindstrom done for the day, Kyle Hinton has taken over at right guard. Lindstrom will have to clear the league's concussion protocol in order to be available for the Falcons' Week 2 clash against the Panthers on Sunday, Sept. 20.

Williams was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers due to his ankle injury. The offensive tackle will evidently need more time to recover and now must miss at least four games before he is eligible to return from IR. Jake Matthews will likely get the start at left tackle in Williams' absence.

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While addressing the media shortly after the Falcons named Tua Tagovailoa their Week 1 starter Monday, Stefanski noted that Penix had taken part in only six 11-on-11 practices during training camp, so the third-year quarterback will need some more time to get back to full speed following last November's ACL tear before making his 2026 debut, per Raimondi. The Falcons were pleased enough with Penix's progress to wait until less than a week before the opener to name a starter, which suggests that he'll likely get a chance to supplant Tagovailoa atop the depth chart at some point this season. While Penix is in street clothes for Week 1, Cooper Rush will step in as Tagovailoa's backup, and undrafted rookie Jack Strand will serve as the No. 3 quarterback.

Thompson spent all of training camp on the active/non-football injury list, making the defensive tackle eligible to start the season on the reserve/NFI list. The 23-year-old is now required to miss at least the first four games of the regular season before being eligible to return to the active roster.

Collins did not play in the Falcons' preseason finale against the Dolphins on Friday due to an unknown injury. The wide receiver will now need to miss at least the first four weeks of the regular season before he is permitted to rejoin the team's active roster.

Bowman continues to make strides in his return from an Achilles injury, and the passed physical marks another positive milestone. Had he landed on the PUP list to open the season, Bowman would have been out for the first four games at minimum. Now it appears the Falcons are confident that they'll have Bowman back in the fold sooner rather than later, even if his status for Week 1 remains murky.

The nature of Bertrand's injury is not clear, but the move to IR means the third-year pro will be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season, making Week 5 against the Ravens on Sunday, Oct. 11 the earliest he can return. He logged 35 tackles (13 solo) and two pass defenses across 15 regular-season games in 2025, contributing both on defense and special teams.

Banks was waived by the Falcons on Sunday with an injury designation. The linebacker will now spend the entirety of the 2026 regular season on IR unless he is waived with an injury settlement.

It's unknown how severe the injury is, but questions concerning Hand's health arose after Atlanta acquired Gervon Dexter from Chicago on Sunday. Hand, the 2018 No. 114 overall pick, has bounced around the NFL since being drafted, making stops in Detroit, Miami and Los Angeles (Chargers), where he most recently appeared in 13 regular-season games and amassed 29 total tackles and 1.5 sacks during the 2025-26 campaign. Until there is a definitive update, the 30-year-old should at least be considered day-to-day.

Despite drawing interest from a few teams, Dexter will head to Atlanta in exchange for Clark Phillips and a fifth-round pick. The 25-year-old has appeared in 49 regular-season games for the Bears throughout his career, totaling 115 tackles and 13.5 sacks. Dexter has been battling a hamstring injury suffered during a recent practice, so his Week 1 status is in limbo.

Hall will now be forced to miss the entirety of the upcoming campaign unless he's let go with an injury settlement. He most recently played for the Cardinals, appearing in two games during the 2025 season, and will now shift his focus to getting healthy.

Penix was cleared for team drills as of Saturday, but coach Kevin Stefanski won't allow the third-year pro to suit up with only three such practices under his belt. Penix also told Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network that it's "too soon" to play in a game, but he thinks he'll be capable both physically and mentally to be the starter if Stefanski names him the No. 1 over competitor Tua Tagovailoa. Penix is completing the final stages of his recovery from the torn ACL he sustained in his left knee in Week 11 of last season.

Dewberry got rolled up on and appeared to be having trouble putting weight on his left leg. The offensive guard will receive a further evaluation before a potential return timeline is given. With Dewberry out, Kyle Hinton will likely be the primary depth option at guard for the Falcons.

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Sermon signed with the Falcons in early August. The running back's unknown injury has earned him a spot on the season-ending IR, and he will be unable to participate in 2026 unless he is waived with an injury settlement. With two weeks of preseason remaining, the Falcons will likely look into signing another running back prospect for depth.

Limited to 7-on-7s at training camp, Penix may or may not play this preseason, but he at least figures to increase his practice involvement soon. Tua Tagovailoa will start Friday's exhibition and remain a strong favorite for the Week 1 nod, but Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski reiterated Wednesday that he isn't ready to name his Week 1 starter yet.

Sample was waived by the 49ers on Wednesday with a knee issue. The signing means the linebacker passed his physical and should be good to go for the preseason. Sample should slot in as a third-string option at outside linebacker, right on the edge of a potential 53-man roster spot.

The move comes after Harrison passed his physical Friday, putting him on track to participate in Saturday's training camp practice. The 2023 third-rounder was limited to seven regular-season games last year due to a knee injury and ended the 2025 campaign on injured reserve. Harrison is expected to start opposite Brandon Dorlus at defensive end, with Chris Williams and LaCale London working in rotation.

Malone was initially placed on the active/PUP list this past Wednesday due to an undisclosed injury. Now that he's on the reserve/PUP, Malone will be required to miss the entire 2026 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Falcons. He appeared in nine regular-season games for Atlanta last year and finished with eight tackles (two solo) and one interception.

Bowman continues to progress in his recovery from a torn Achilles that he suffered this past November, and he'll be eligible to participate in training camp practices once he's fully healthy. Bowman was a fourth-round selection of the Falcons in the 2025 NFL Draft and logged 26 tackles (15 solo), including 1.5 sacks, two pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble across six regular-season games prior to his Achilles injury.

Per Josh Kendall of The Athletic, an injury prevented Thompson from participating in offseason activities, though the nature and severity of the issue is unclear. Once fully healthy, the rookie sixth-rounder will be eligible to participate in practices.