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Atlanta Falcons news
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The gist
Falcons activated RT Jawaan Taylor off PUP and signed DE Cameron Sample. Camp injuries thin the edge room before Friday's preseason opener.
Background
The Atlanta Falcons are in the middle of training camp ahead of their first preseason game against the Denver Broncos on Friday night. The team has been dealing with injuries, including losing edge rusher Jalon Walker for the season with a torn ACL, and has made roster moves to address depth.
How it unfolded
- Aug 7, 2026Jalon Walker suffers a torn ACL in training camp, ending his 2026 season.
- Aug 9, 2026Safety Jessie Bates III remains out with a back ailment; DL Zach Harrison is activated and cleared to return.
- Aug 10, 2026The Falcons sign former Bengals edge rusher Cameron Sample to help a depleted edge room.
- Aug 12, 2026Falcons activate RT Jawaan Taylor off the PUP list and sign TE Nick Muse, while waiving/injuring WR Le'Meke Brockington and LB Malik Verdon.
- Aug 13, 2026Falcons release LB Troy Andersen and claim offensive lineman Jaeden Roberts off waivers.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Head coach Kevin Stefanski said Deablo's injury is not significant and he'll be back soon, giving rookies a chance to step up.
- Analysts
- The Falcoholic notes the team is thin at edge after Walker's injury and the move to sign Cameron Sample helps address that.
Still unverified
The status of James Pearce Jr. for the season opener on September 13th against the Pittsburgh Steelers remains unknown.