Falcons cut linebacker Channing Tindall ahead of roster deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 11:45 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons released linebacker Channing Tindall and several veterans before the NFL roster deadline. Tindall, who had limited defensive snaps over four seasons and no guaranteed contract, was among those expected to be cut. Other players released include Brandon Walton and Eric Johnson. Safety Natrone Brooks remains a candidate to stay on the roster despite a quiet summer and a position change from cornerback. The Falcons face tough decisions as they finalize their 53-man roster by the deadline.
- •Falcons released linebacker Channing Tindall and other veterans.
- •Tindall's contract had no guaranteed money; he played mostly on special teams.
- •Brandon Walton and Eric Johnson were also cut from the roster.
- •Safety Natrone Brooks may stay, offering positional versatility.
- •Falcons must finalize the 53-man roster by 6 p.m. EST on Sunday.
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons Surprisingly Cut Linebacker and Keep Safety
"The Atlanta Falcons released Channing Tindall and other veterans before the deadline. See why safety Natrone Brooks might still stick around the roster.
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