Atlanta Falcons finalize 53-man roster and 16-man practice squad

The Atlanta Falcons officially set their 53-man roster and 16-man practice squad as the team prepares for the upcoming season. Linebacker Josh Woods returned to the roster and reclaimed the No. 42 uniform after the team waived undrafted rookie Daveren Rayner. Other new roster additions received their assignments, including linebacker Jared Ivey at No. 51, offensive lineman Cameron Williams at No. 73, and linebacker Yasir Abdullah at No. 22. Defensive lineman Za'Darius Smith will wear No. 55, while defensive tackle Gervon Dexter takes No. 95. Several players have been placed on reserve lists, including linebacker JD Bertrand and edge rusher James Pearce Jr. The team does not have a game scheduled this weekend, with their season opener set for September 13 against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

• 11:31 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons 53-man roster, practice squad uniform numbers revealed