Atlanta Falcons Transactions

Monday, January 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees informed the players on Monday that he is retiring, according to sources. The 73-year-old had been weighing the decision in recent weeks. The Falcons are expected to conduct a wide search for their next defensive coordinator. It's the third time that Pees has actually announced his retirement from coaching, but he just finished his 50th year as a coach, dating all the way back to high school. Pees spent the last two years in Atlanta with head coach Arthur Smith. Atlanta finished 23rd in points allowed and No. 27 in yards allowed but gave up no more than 20 points in a game just once in the final six games.

Monday, January 02

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		The Atlanta Falcons released practice-squad wide receiver Cameron Batson on Monday after he was booked and charged with five crimes stemming from his arrest early on Saturday morning. Batson was charged with assault, battery, aggravated assault against a law enforcement officer when engaged on official duty, removal of a weapon from a public official and driving/fleeing to elude a police officer. If convicted, he could face up to 20 years in prison. The 27-year-old has been with the Falcons all season but was never called up to the active roster. In three seasons with the Tennessee Titans, he caught 22 of 29 targets for 197 yards and two touchdowns in 27 games (three starts). There's a good chance we won't see Batson back in the NFL ever again.

Tuesday, December 27

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		The Atlanta Falcons signed free-agent fullback Clint Ratkovich to their practice squad on Tuesday, according to a source. Ratkovich was one of the draft's top fullbacks before he tore his ACL in a private workout for the Green Bay Packers. Because of the knee injury, the 25-year-old went undrafted, although he did get a workout for the Chicago Bears last month. The Falcons will take a chance on him with an eye toward the future. In his final year in college at Northern Illinois, Ratkovich had 98 carries for 448 yards and 12 touchdowns, but he'll likely operate mostly as a blocker in the NFL.

Monday, December 19

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith said that running back Caleb Huntley's ankle injury didn't look good in the Week 15 loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Huntley is going for an MRI exam on Monday to determine the severity of the injury. With only three regular season games left, there's a good chance we won't see the 24-year-old running back the rest of the way for Atlanta. In the loss to the Saints, Huntley carried the ball just one time for two yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game. With both Cordarrelle Patterson and Tyler Allgeier healthy, Huntley belongs on the waiver wire in most single-season fantasy leagues. If his injury is serious enough to sideline him the rest of the way, Avery Williams would be elevated to the No. 3 role.
		Atlanta Falcons running back Caleb Huntley (Achilles) will miss the team's final three games after the major injury he suffered in Week 15. Huntley finishes the season with 76 carries for 366 yards and two touchdowns. Ever since Cordarrelle Patterson returned from Injured Reserve in Week 9, Huntley hasn't been a fantasy factor, so there's no big fantasy impact to the news. Patterson and rookie running back Tyler Allgeier will continue to split the backfield work down the stretch for Atlanta.

Sunday, December 18

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Caleb Huntley (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 15 versus the New Orleans Saints. He had one rush for two yards before exiting. Cordarrelle Patterson and Tyler Allgeier will continue to lead the backfield.

Wednesday, December 14

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		Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith said that quarterback Marcus Mariota (knee) will have knee surgery and will land on Injured Reserve, ending his 2022 season. Rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder would have started the rest of the season, regardless. "I'm not a medical expert, I'm just telling you that it had nothing to do with the decision," Smith said. The Falcons want an opportunity to evaluate Ridder in the final four games of the regular season, beginning in Week 15 against the New Orleans Saints on the road in a hostile environment. Like Mariota, Ridder has dual-threat abilities at the QB position, and although he looked good in the preseason, he's bound to struggle at times in his first four NFL games to close out the season. A timetable for Mariota's return will be determined after he undergoes knee surgery.

Tuesday, December 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons released veteran running back Damien Williams (ribs) on Monday, according to a source. Williams is said to be "100 percent healthy and well-rested." Williams had been on Injured Reserve with the Falcons and hasn't played since the season opener. The 30-year-old is still hoping to play this year, but it remains to be seen if another organization will take a chance on him with four games remaining in the regular season. In 12 games (two starts) for the Chicago Bears in 2021, Williams had 40 carries for 164 yards and two touchdowns, adding 16 receptions on 23 targets for 103 yards and one touchdown in the passing game. Williams should remain on the waiver wire in all single-year fantasy leagues.

Monday, December 12

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota could be heading to Injured Reserve as he's dealing with a knee injury. Mariota is not at the Falcons' facility on Monday and head coach Arthur Smith said he anticipates he'll go on Injured Reserve, but he is getting his knee looked at. During the bye week, rookie Desmond Ridder was announced as the Falcons' starting quarterback for the game against the New Orleans Saints. Logan Woodside was signed to the Falcons' active roster off of the Tennessee Titans' practice squad, presumably to be the Falcons' QB2.

Wednesday, November 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (knee) has officially been ruled out for the rest of the year, according to head coach Arthur Smith. Pitts was previously out indefinitely with damage to his right MCL that required surgery. The 22-year-old former fourth overall pick in 2021 should be ready to go for the 2023 season after suffering a Grade 2 MCL sprain in Week 11. He had been extremely frustrating for fantasy managers in his second NFL season before his knee injury, catching only 28 of his 59 targets for 356 yards and two touchdowns a year after going for over 1,000 receiving yards in his rookie campaign. Pitts' fantasy stock will be down entering drafts next year, but he could outperform expectations if quarterback Marcus Mariota isn't running the offense. Parker Hesse and MyCole Pruitt will share playing time at the position the rest of the way in Atlanta.

Sunday, November 27

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons decided to move on from wide receiver Bryan Edwards earlier this week. The former third round pick has now cleared waivers and has become a free agent. The 24-year-old played a very minimal role on the Falcons offense this season. Before that, Edwards had 45 receptions, 764 yards, and four touchdowns through two seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders. There is certainly talent and potential here in Edwards, but Atlanta wasn't the right fit for him. Now, he'll have a chance to sign with a contender as a possible depth option. It's uncertain if he'll have fantasy value right away as it depends on where he signs.

Friday, November 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Bryan Edwards was placed on waivers on Thursday, according to a source. He'll be a potential late-season addition for a wide receiver-needy team. Edwards only played in seven games (one start) for a Falcons team thin on receiving depth, and he caught just three of five targets for 15 yards in his seven games. In his three seasons in the NFL (two with the Las Vegas Raiders), the 24-year-old wideout has just 48 receptions on 79 targets for 779 yards and four touchdowns. His best season came in 2021 with the Raiders, when he caught 34 of 59 targets for 571 yards and three touchdowns. It's unlikely that Edwards will become fantasy relevant as receiver depth for the rest of the 2022 campaign if he is picked up by another club.

Thursday, November 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons signed former sixth-round wide receiver Frank Darby from their practice squad to the active roster on Wednesday, according to his agents Drew and Jason Rosenhaus. This will be the third time that the Falcons have put Darby on the active roster heading into a Week 12 meeting against the Washington Commanders. Darby has yet to be targeted in his two games played for the Falcons in 2022, and he has one reception on four targets for 14 yards so far in two NFL seasons (12 games). The 25-year-old has played only 10 offensive snaps in the two games he's been active, so don't expect to see Darby much on Sunday against the Commanders. Darby remains well off the fantasy radar.

Monday, November 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts is out indefinitely after suffering a torn ACL in the team's win over the Chicago Bears. While Pitts hasn't met expectations this season in fantasy football, managers continued to hold out hope for the 2021 No. 4 overall pick in the NFL Draft. He is more than likely out for the remainder of the fantasy football season and can be dropped in leagues of all shapes and sizes. Parker Hesse and MyCole Pruitt will be the lead tight ends for Atlanta, but neither has fantasy upside. Ultimately, Pitts' absence from the offense will likely mean more targets for Drake London and Olamide Zaccheaus,.

Sunday, November 20

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (knee) is officially questionable to return against the Chicago Bears in Week 11. He caught three passes for 43 yards before exiting the contest. As long as Pitts is sidelined, MyCole Pruitt should see more snaps on offense. The Falcons will take on the Washington Commanders next Sunday.

Thursday, November 10

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons cornerback AJ Terrell (hamstring) has been ruled out of the team's Thursday night game in Week 10 against the Carolina Panthers. It will be Terrell's third straight game on the sidelines as he deals with a hamstring injury. Cornell Armstrong and Darren Hall are expected to start again this weekend, but the recently acquired Rashad Fenton could see his role grow with Terrell still out. In his seven games played for the Falcons this year, Terrell has 29 tackles (20 solo), five passes defensed and a fumble recovery. Atlanta's defense/special teams will be a shaky fantasy option, but they're on the streaming radar on Thursday against the last-place Panthers.

Saturday, November 05

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons activated running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) off Injured Reserve on Saturday, according to sources. He will be back in action in Week 9 against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday after practicing all week. Patterson has missed the last four games, but he'll be ready to go against a Chargers run defense that has been porous so far this year, so the 31-year-old could make some noise right away. However, given the long layoff due to injury, the Falcons could choose to play it safe and ease Patterson back into the offense after heavy usage in 2021. Rookie Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley have seen increased roles with Patterson on the sideline, but they could remain involved on Sunday, making Patterson a tough-to-trust RB3/flex play.

Wednesday, November 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) was designated to return to practice off Injured Reserve on Wednesday following a left knee scope. It opens a 21-day window for the Falcons to officially activate Patterson from IR, but he's not guaranteed to return this weekend against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 31-year-old versatile weapon last played in Week 4 and had 58 carries for 340 yards and three touchdowns and four receptions for 28 yards as the primary back before going on the shelf. Rookie Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley have been splitting the backfield duties ever since, but Patterson should eventually reclaim lead-back duties in Atlanta when he's fully healthy. If for some reason Patterson remains available on your league's waiver wire, pick him up immediately.

Tuesday, November 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Kansas City Chiefs defensive back Rashad Fenton has been traded to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for a conditional seventh-round pick. Fenton played over 70 percent of the snaps in every game from Week 1 to Week 5. However, Fenton was replaced by younger players at the same position. This is a good move for the Falcons who are in desperate need of help in the secondary. Fenton should immediately make an impact in Atlanta and is a rental being on the last year of his rookie year. On paper, this appears to be a good move for the Falcons.

Tuesday, October 25

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons received "decent news" about cornerback A.J. Terrell (hamstring), and head coach Arthur Smith called Terrell "week-to-week" after he was injured in the Week 7 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Fellow cornerback Dee Alford (hamstring) is considered day-to-day. Terrell will most likely be questionable for the Week 8 meeting against the Carolina Panthers. If Terrell is unable to suit up this weekend, it will be good news for Panthers top wideout DJ Moore. In seven contests so far in 2022, Terrell has 29 tackles (20 solo), five passes defensed and a fumble recovery in his third NFL season.

Sunday, October 23

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 7 versus the Cincinnati Bengals. This is bad news for a struggling Atlanta secondary versus Cincinnati's phenomenal passing attack. Mike Ford and Dee Alford should be in line for more snaps with Terrell sidelined.

Friday, October 21

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson (shoulder) has been ruled out of the Week 7 game against the Atlanta Falcons. This could've been a nice spot for Wilson against an up-and-down Atlanta offense and Cincinnati's fantasy defense/special teams unit could take a hit. The Bengals' fantasy defense/special teams unit should still be considered a top-10 play, but again, it could be weakened with Wilson out of the lineup.

Sunday, October 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) is active for the Week 6 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. The 22-year-old was dealing with a hamstring issue, but it appears he's feeling good enough to play in this one. Pitts has been disappointing this season, catching 10 of his 22 targets for 150 yards and no touchdowns. Although, there is a ton of upside in his game, which is why fantasy managers should continue to hold him. Pitts should be viewed as a TE2 for this matchup on Sunday.
		Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell (thigh) is questionable to return against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 6. He recovered a fumble before exiting the contest. All in all, the 24-year-old has amassed 28 tackles through parts of six games. His absence could bode well for Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, and the entire 49ers' offense as they look to mount a second-half comeback on the road.

Saturday, October 15

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) is expected to play in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers, according to a source. Pitts is technically a "game-time decision" after missing the Week 5 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but he's on track to play on Sunday after a good week of rehab and treatment. Fantasy managers will want to check back on Sunday morning to see if he's actually active, but it looks like his chances are good to suit up. The 22-year-old tight end has been a disappointment through four games this year, catching 10 of his 22 targets for 150 yards and no touchdowns. If he's officially active on Sunday, fantasy managers should consider him a high-end TE2 with upside for more if he finds the end zone for the first time in 2022.

Friday, October 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) is officially questionable for the Week 6 matchup with the San Francisco 49ers. Pitts missed last week's game against Tampa Bay, so there's a real chance he could miss this game, too. If Pitts is active, it's tough to bench him, even after a slow start to the season. Fantasy managers invested valuable draft capital in him hoping for elite tight end upside. His upside is still a top-10 weekly tight end, but his floor is clearly lower. If he's out, Olamide Zaccheaus should be the secondary target in the passing game. That said, he's more of a deep league-only flex option.

Thursday, October 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) wasn't listed on the team's first injury report released Wednesday. He was dealing with a knee issue in the fourth quarter of Week 5 against Tampa Bay, but the rookie wide receiver appears to have avoided a significant injury. The 21-year-old wasn't listed on the injury report and should be available for Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers. He has had a solid rookie campaign, catching 22 passes for 266 yards and two touchdowns over five games in 2022. London is a borderline WR2 in a tough matchup against the 49ers in Week 6.
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) is practicing for the second straight day on Thursday. Pitts was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday, but it's great news that he's back on the field after being held out of the Week 5 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Barring some sort of setback, it's looking more likely that he'll return on Sunday to face the San Francisco 49ers. With a disappointing 10 catches on 22 targets for 150 yards and no touchdowns through four games in the early going, Pitts has been a tough sell for fantasy managers as a TE1 play. And things won't get any easier for him this weekend if he plays, as the Niners defense has allowed the second-fewest fantasy points per game (4.0) to TEs in half-point PPR scoring.

Wednesday, October 12

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith said that tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) will be back at practice on Wednesday, and they'll see how it goes with him this week. Pitts sat out the Week 5 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, and while it seems like he's on the right track to play this weekend against the San Francisco 49ers, we'll have to monitor his status all week. The 22-year-old second-year tight end has been a big disappointment for his fantasy managers through four games so far in 2022. He has just 10 receptions on 22 targets for 150 yards and no touchdowns in Atlanta's run-first offense. With Pitts sidelined last week, tight ends Anthony Firkser and Parker Hesse combined for two catches and just 20 yards.

Friday, October 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) didn't practice all week and has officially been ruled out for Week 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Fantasy managers will obviously need to remove him from their starting lineups this weekend. With Pitts out, Parker Hesse and Anthony Firkser will battle for playing time at the position, although neither player is worth looking into as a streaming sleeper. Rookie first-round wide receiver Drake London should have a much higher floor now as a flex play in fantasy. Pitts has been a disappointment through his first four games of the season, catching just 10 of 22 targets for 150 yards and no touchdowns early in his second NFL campaign.
		Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith said that tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) isn't expected to be out long term after being ruled out for the Week 5 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Pitts woke up more sore than usual in the days following the Week 4 loss to the Cleveland Browns, and he wasn't able to practice at all this week. It sounds like the Falcons are just being smart with him so that the hamstring injury doesn't turn into a lingering issue. We'll have to see if the 22-year-old will be able to return in Week 6 against the San Francisco 49ers. With Pitts out this Sunday, Parker Hesse and Anthony Firkser will battle for targets at the tight end position. Neither are viable streaming options in fantasy.

Thursday, October 06

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) missed the team's practice on Wednesday with a hamstring injury. It remains to be seen if Pitts is actually in danger of missing the Week 5 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but fantasy managers must have a backup plan in place in case he's inactive. The 21-year-old played a season-low 62 percent of the offensive snaps in a run-heavy game script in the win over the Cleveland Browns in Week 4, and he hasn't done much for fantasy managers outside of his five-catch, 87-yard performance in Week 3. Pitts caught just one of his four targets for 25 yards last Sunday. If he manages to return to practice this week and is active on Sunday, he'll be a low-end TE1, at best, against Tampa.
		Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) was not spotted at practice for the second straight day as he deals with a hamstring injury. The sophomore will likely need to get in some work on Friday to not be in any danger of missing Week 5 against the Buccaneers, so fantasy managers should continue to check in for updates on his status. Pitts has been extremely disappointing to start the season, but his talent makes him a weekly TE1 option at the very thin position. He can be valued as more of a low-end TE1 against a good Buccaneers defense in Week 5 if he is able to play.

Monday, October 03

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) is headed to Injured Reserve but is expected to return at some point this season. His placement on IR means he'll be out for at least four weeks. Rookie Tyler Allgeier and Caleb Huntley combined for 140 rushing yards and a touchdown against the Browns and will be the featured backs moving forward. Damien Williams (rib) could return soon, too, so he's worth noting. For now, it's tough to say whether Allgeier or Huntley is the player to start in Week 5 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but it'll be a tough matchup against one of the league's premier front sevens in the NFL.

Sunday, October 02

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) plans to play versus the Cleveland Browns in Week 4 but won't know for sure until he tests his injury pregame, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Patterson did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday, was limited on Friday, and officially carries a "questionable" designation into this week's contest. If active, he should be viewed as a fringe top-12 running back in fantasy football.
		Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) is officially inactive in Week 4 against the Atlanta Falcons. With All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder) already ruled out for this one after getting into a scary car accident early in the week, the Browns defense will be without their two best pass-rushers on Sunday against the Falcons. It makes their defense/special teams unit one to avoid this week against a Falcons offense that has exceeded expectations through three weeks of the season. Cleveland's D will also be missing defensive tackle Taven Bryan in this one. Clowney will now miss his second straight game.
		Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) is active for the Week 4 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. He was limited during Friday's practice, but appears ready to go in this one. Fantasy managers shouldn't expect Patterson to be limited in this contest. He'll be a strong RB2 against a defense that is missing star pass rusher Myles Garrett due to injury. Fantasy managers should check their teams and make sure Patterson is active.

Thursday, September 29

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) was not spotted at practice on Thursday after also being held out on Wednesday. The Falcons listed his absence as a "veterans rest day" on Wednesday, but his second straight missed practice makes this a situation worth monitoring. Fantasy managers should check back in for his status on Friday, but as of now, it doesn't seem like something to be overly concerned about. If he suits up against the Browns in Week 4, Patterson can be considered as a high-end RB2 after a career-high 141 rushing yards in Week 3.

Wednesday, September 28

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice. His absence was qualified as a veteran rest day, but the Falcons also added a note that Patterson was specifically resting his knee after he ran for a career-high 141 yards in the Week 3 win over the Seattle Seahawks. The Falcons gave Patterson a ton of rest in the offseason and will likely continue to do so early in the practice week this year. Fantasy managers shouldn't be worried that he'll miss the Week 4 contest against the Cleveland Browns. Unless he suffers some sort of setback later in the week, the 31-year-old running back should be considered a high-end RB2 in fantasy this week.

Saturday, September 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams (ribs) has been placed on injured reserve ahead of the team's Week 2 matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. Williams was already ruled out for the contest earlier in the week but now will miss at least the next four games after sustaining a rib injury early in Week 1. In Williams' absence, Cordarrelle Patterson figures to handle the bulk of the running back touches and rookie Tyler Allgeier will likely get involved.

Friday, September 16

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams (ribs) did not practice on Thursday. He missed most of the Week 1 loss to the New Orleans Saints with a rib injury and couldn't practice this week. The 30-year-old is trending in the wrong direction to suit up for Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams. He will have one more chance to practice on Friday. Williams finished with two carries for two yards and only 13% of the offensive snaps in Week 1. Avery Williams and Tyler Allgeier would see an uptick in snaps if Williams is ruled out against the Rams.
		Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams (rib) has been ruled out for the Week 2 contest against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Williams missed practice all week after picking up the injury in the Week 1 loss to the New Orleans Saints. He was expected to have a big role as Cordarrelle Patterson's backup, but he finished with only two carries for two yards on 10 offensive snaps. With Williams now officially out this weekend, it should mean that rookie Tyler Allgeier, who was a healthy scratch in Week 1, will make his NFL debut and serve as the primary backup to Patterson. Avery Williams could also be involved, though, so Allgeier will be a stretch for standalone fantasy appeal in starting lineups.

Wednesday, September 14

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams (ribs) missed most of the Week 1 loss to the New Orleans Saints with a rib injury, and he wasn't able to practice on Wednesday. The good news is that Williams was able to return late in the season-opening loss, but he finished with just two carries for two yards and played only 13% of the offensive snaps. The 30-year-old still has some time to return to the practice field this week, but as of now, he should be considered questionable to suit up for Week 2 against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Williams is unlikely to have standalone fantasy value as long as Cordarrelle Patterson remains healthy. If he's forced to sit this weekend, rookie Tyler Allgeier, who was inactive in Week 1, should suit up and have a much bigger role.

Tuesday, September 13

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams (ribs) is believed to have avoided serious injury. The 30-year-old mentioned his ribs are sore, but he didn't suffer any broken ribs during their contest with the New Orleans Saints. Williams was forced to exit in the first quarter of Sunday's loss. It sounds like he should be good for their Week 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Sadly, Williams won't have a ton of fantasy value behind Cordarrelle Patterson in Atlanta.
		The Atlanta Falcons have signed tight end Anthony Firkser to the 53-man roster after he was elevated from the practice squad last week. The 27-year-old caught one pass for six yards in the season opener, as he was one of three different tight ends to get a target in Week 1. Kyle Pitts will lead the way at the position, while Parker Hesse also remains in the mix for the Atlanta offense. Firkser could be as low as the No. 3 option on the depth chart, so he offers no fantasy appeal unless someone ahead of him misses some time.

Sunday, September 11

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Drake London (knee) is expected to be active on Sunday. He'll make his NFL debut against the New Orleans Saints. The USC product has a tricky matchup on tap in the form of Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore, which puts a cap on his upside and limits him to the low-end WR3 range. London's lingering knee issue only adds another negative element to his outlook. With these factors in mind, London is best left on your bench in Week 1.
		Atlanta Falcons rookie wide receiver Drake London (knee) is officially active for Week 1. Despite being listed as questionable, he's good to go for his NFL debut against the New Orleans Saints. In a thin wide receiver room, London has a chance to make an immediate splash. He and Kyle Pitts figure to headline the Atlanta passing attack this season. However, London has a tricky matchup with Marshon Lattimore this week, dropping him to the low-end WR3 tier. You should look to start better options in your fantasy lineup this week.
		Atlanta Falcons running back Damien Williams suffered a rib injury in the first quarter of Sunday's season opener versus the New Orleans Saints. He is questionable to return. The news leaves Cordarrelle Patterson as the Falcons' lone running back since Tyler Allgeier was a healthy scratch. Fullback Keith Smith could also get involved out of the backfield.

Friday, September 09

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) was active in Thursday's non-padded practice and was listed as a limited participant on the injury report. London initially injured his knee in the preseason opener and didn't play again. The 21-year-old first-rounder could be listed as questionable for the Week 1 regular season opener against the New Orleans Saints this Sunday, unless he elevates his practice status to a full session on Friday. Head coach Arthur Smith said the team won't make a decision on London's status until Sunday, making him a risky WR4/flex for fantasy lineups this weekend as things stand now. If London doesn't play on Sunday, tight end Kyle Pitts will likely be quarterback Marcus Mariota's top aerial target.
		Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) has an uncertain status leading up to the team's Week 1 matchup with the New Orleans Saints, as head coach Arthur Smith says a decision on the rookie's status won't be made until after a workout on Saturday. London suffered his knee injury in the preseason opener so it may be a more serious issue than what was initially thought. If he plays, the 21-year-old figures to be the No. 1 option at wide receiver, but Kyle Pitts should see the most looks from quarterback Marcus Mariota. London would be a risky WR4/FLEX option if he is active considering the possibility he is on a snap count. Olamide Zaccheaus and Bryan Edwards would headline the Falcons receiver group should London be held out of action.

Wednesday, September 07

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) returned to practice on Monday and was reported on Tuesday to be trending towards playing in Week 1. The 21-year-old suffered the injury in their preseason opener and has been working his way back since. Barring any setbacks, the rookie receiver is expected to suit up against the Saints on Sunday. The USC product is a big-bodied, red zone threat that provides this offense with a much-needed playmaker. He'll slot in behind sophomore tight end Kyle Pitts as the No. 2 option, meaning he should be productive right out of the gate. The injury could reduce his fantasy football output for Week 1, making him a riskier top-40 option.
		Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith said that the team won't know rookie wide receiver Drake London's (knee) Week 1 status against the New Orleans Saints "until the end of the week." London was able to practice on Monday, but they'll see how things progress throughout the week and how much he's able to do. The 21-year-old was injured in the preseason opener and didn't play the rest of the way. Fantasy managers will need to keep a close eye on London's practice status this week, but it sounds as though he's headed for the dreaded questionable tag to open the regular season. He'll be the team's No. 1 wideout in his first NFL season when healthy, but he's trending as a risky WR4/flex in Week 1 against what should be a stout Saints D.

Thursday, September 01

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) exited their preseason opener about three weeks ago and has yet to return to practice. The 21-year-old was again missing on Wednesday, continuing to add concern for his Week 1 status. The eighth overall pick in this year's draft has already risen to the top of the depth chart, slotting in behind only sophomore tight end Kyle Pitts. The USC product should see plenty of volume in an offense that will frequently be in a negative game script. Rookies missing time during the preseason can be problematic because they are still learning the position and developing rapport with their new team. The hope is that London will be back soon and healthy for Week 1. He is still a player to target late in your draft because of his opportunity and talent.

Wednesday, August 31

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons claimed former New York Jets offensive lineman Chuma Edoga off waivers on Wednesday, according to a source. Edoga will come in and compete at right tackle in Atlanta with Kaleb McGary. The 25-year-old was taken by the Jets in the third round of the 2019 draft out of the University of Southern California. He's played in only 24 games (12 starts), including only five games in 2021, in his three seasons so far in the NFL. If Edoga ends up starting at right tackle for the Falcons, it won't be a great sign for their 2022 offensive line.

Tuesday, August 30

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons cut running back Qadree Ollison on Tuesday, according to a league source. The former fifth-round pick led the team in rushing touchdowns (four) in his rookie season in 2019, so he'll likely receive calls from interested teams now that he's on the open market. With the 25-year-old out of the picture in Atlanta, Damien Williams, rookie Tyler Allgeier and Avery Williams will be competing for backfield touches behind Cordarrelle Patterson in 2022. In his three seasons with the Falcons, Ollison had 44 carries for 158 yards (3.6 yards per tote) and five touchdowns, adding only five catches on eight targets for 19 yards receiving.

Friday, August 26

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons rookie first-round wide receiver Drake London (knee) didn't take part in Thursday's training camp practice. London has been dealing with a nagging knee injury that he sustained in the preseason opener, but it doesn't appear to be a long-term issue and he should be ready to go for Week 1 of the regular season opener. The 22-year-old should be heavily involved in Atlanta's passing attack in his first NFL season alongside Bryan Edwards and tight end Kyle Pitts. While there will certainly be ups and downs for London, especially with quarterback Marcus Mariota under center, he's a fine gamble with plenty of upside as a WR3/4 in upcoming fantasy drafts.

Wednesday, August 24

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones (shoulder) got back on the practice field Wednesday for the first time during training camp after he was placed on the PUP list in July. Jones previously underwent shoulder surgery in May, with his return giving the Falcons defense another experienced tackler. Jones finished tied for 11th in the league last season with 137 tackles, eight of which came for a loss. The 27-year-old added two sacks and a forced fumble to his stat line, having started 16 games for Atlanta for the third consecutive season. The Falcons' defense is likely on the outside looking in of fantasy viability in the vast majority of redraft leagues. The team is set to open the year on Sept. 11 against New Orleans, although it remains to be seen if Jones will be cleared to take the field in time for the contest.

Tuesday, August 23

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons released veteran wide receivers Auden Tate and Geronimo Allison on Tuesday. Neither receiver was able to take advantage of the team's lack of receiver depth in training camp this year behind rookie first-rounder Drake London. They'll both look to latch on with another wideout-needy team before the start of the regular season. Tate, 25, has never played in more than 12 games in his four NFL seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals. He caught just three of four targets for 39 yards and a touchdown in seven games in 2021. After four years with the Green Bay Packers, Allison played in only three games last year for the Detroit Lions and failed to haul in either of his two targets.

Wednesday, August 17

TEAM	PLAYER	TRANSACTION
		The Atlanta Falcons signed former Arizona Cardinals and San Francisco 49ers wide receiver KeeSean Johnson to an undisclosed deal on Wednesday. The Falcons can never have too much receiver depth after losing Calvin Ridley to a year-long suspension and Russell Gage in free agency in the offseason, but Johnson will merely be trying to win a spot on the roster to open the 2022 season. The 25-year-old was cut by the Niners on Monday. The former sixth-round selection by the Arizona Cardinals in 2019 spent the 2021 season with the Philadelphia Eagles, but he didn't play in a regular season game. In two years with the Cardinals, Johnson had 36 catches on 65 targets for 360 yards and one touchdown in 18 games (five starts).