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Atlanta Falcons keep undrafted rookie Jack Strand on initial 53-man roster

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Atlanta Falcons keep undrafted rookie Jack Strand on initial 53-man roster

Summary

The Atlanta Falcons finalized their 53-man roster on August 30, 2026, opting to retain four quarterbacks including undrafted rookie Jack Strand. The team chose to keep Strand alongside veteran Cooper Rush, Michael Penix Jr., and Tua Tagovailoa. Strand, a former MSU-Moorhead standout, signed with the organization following the 2026 NFL Draft. He earned his spot after working with the first-team offense during training camp while both Penix and Tagovailoa managed injuries. During the preseason, he recorded 212 passing yards and two touchdowns in a performance against the Indianapolis Colts. The Falcons did not name a starter for the upcoming Week 1 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

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Status Watch

•Jack Strand signed with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent after a workout.
•The team retained four quarterbacks on the initial 53-man roster.
•Strand threw for 212 yards and two touchdowns during the preseason against the Indianapolis Colts.
•The Falcons have not yet announced a starting quarterback for the season opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Latest Updates

1:48 AMYahoo Sports — Bloomer's Strand lands spot on Atlanta Falcons' 53-man roster
10:52 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons rookie QB Jack Strand makes initial 53-man roster

What they're saying

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Bloomer’s Jack Strand has moved another big step forward in pursuing his National Football League dream. The undrafted free agent quarterback has landed a spot on the Atlanta Falcons’ 53-man roster to open the season. The team roster was finalized on Sunday afternoon. The 6-foot-5, 240-pound Strand played well in the preseason, passing for one touchdown and rushing for two scores. He is one of ...
— Yahoo Sports