Falcons announce John Abraham and Bill Fralic as Ring of Honor inductees

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Falcons announce John Abraham and Bill Fralic as Ring of Honor inductees
Summary

The Atlanta Falcons will add John Abraham and Bill Fralic to the team's Ring of Honor during the 2026 season. Abraham is scheduled for induction on October 11 during a home game against the Baltimore Ravens. The organization will honor Bill Fralic during the Week 16 home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Abraham, a standout pass rusher, holds the franchise record for single-season sacks and forced fumbles. Bill Fralic, who passed away in 2018, played eight seasons with the team as a four-time Pro Bowl guard. The two players join a group of previous inductees that includes Matt Ryan, Deion Sanders, and Warrick Dunn.

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  • John Abraham holds the official franchise record with 68.5 career sacks for the Falcons.
  • Bill Fralic was a two-time All-Pro and four-time Pro Bowler during his career in Atlanta.
  • The induction ceremony for Abraham takes place during the October 11 game against the Baltimore Ravens.
  • Bill Fralic will be honored posthumously during the Week 16 game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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The Falcons will add two former players to their Ring of Honor during the 2026 season.

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Atlanta is set to honor two franchise greats during the 2026 season.

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