gg2
Tyler Goodson news
Archived — this story has rotated out of today’s deck. It is kept here in full.
The gist
Tyler Goodson ran 49 yards for a touchdown against his former team, the Colts. He has locked up the Falcons' No. 3 running back spot.
Background
Tyler Goodson, a North Gwinnett grad who grew up near the Falcons' facility, spent his first three seasons with the Colts before signing with Atlanta this offseason. He has impressed in training camp and preseason, leading the team in carries in the opener and scoring a long touchdown against his former team.
How it unfolded
- Aug 18, 2026Goodson gets his first opportunity to suit up for his hometown Falcons in preseason.
- Aug 20, 2026In joint practices against the Colts, Goodson looks explosive and appears to have locked up the No. 3 running back spot.
- Aug 22, 2026Goodson scores a 49-yard touchdown against the Colts, further solidifying his roster spot.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Goodson has been one of the best performing players of training camp and has likely settled the RB3 battle.
- Caution
- While Goodson leads, Nathan Carter has had quieter practices and a forgettable first preseason effort, but the competition isn't officially over.