Falcons adjust roster with new signings ahead of Bengals matchup

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Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Falcons adjust roster with new signings ahead of Bengals matchup
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The Atlanta Falcons have made several roster adjustments ahead of their Week 9 game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Madrid on Sunday. Running back Brian Robinson Jr. has been placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury. In response, the team has signed Khalil Herbert to the 53-man roster after his elevated role in recent weeks. Linebacker Yasir Abdullah and wide receiver Beaux Collins have been activated from injured reserve, while edge rusher Drake Jackson was promoted from the practice squad. James Pearce Jr. has also been activated but is questionable for the game following a back injury sustained in practice.

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  • •Brian Robinson Jr. placed on IR due to a hamstring injury.
  • •Khalil Herbert signed to 53-man roster as replacement.
  • •Yasir Abdullah and Beaux Collins activated from injured reserve.
  • •James Pearce Jr. is questionable for the game after a back injury.
  • •Drake Jackson promoted from practice squad ahead of Bengals game.
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  • 9:33 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons make changes to roster ahead of Week 9 game vs. Bengals
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Falcons place Brian Robinson on IR, sign RB ahead of Bengals game in Madrid

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