Atlanta Falcons rebuild tackle position with multiple new signings

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Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Atlanta Falcons rebuild tackle position with multiple new signings
Summary

The Atlanta Falcons are making significant changes to their offensive line as they work on the tackle position for the 2026 season. Key players like Jake Matthews remain, but others, such as Kaleb McGary, have departed through retirement and injury. The team has responded by signing Jawaan Taylor and trading for Wanya Morris, along with drafting Brandon Walton and adding undrafted free agent Riley Mahlman. With Matthews aging and other options lacking, Atlanta's aggressive approach aims to identify long-term solutions in a short timeframe, as they seek stability for the upcoming season and beyond.

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  • •Jake Matthews remains the only stable tackle.
  • •Kaleb McGary retired while Storm Norton is injured.
  • •Jawaan Taylor signed; Wanya Morris traded to Atlanta.
  • •Brandon Walton drafted; Riley Mahlman signed as undrafted free agent.
  • •Falcons aim for long-term solutions before 2027.
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  • 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Atlanta’s reconstructing the tackle position on the fly
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Jake Matthews is the rock, but the rest of the tackle group has seen seismic shifts in 2026.

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