Falcons cut Troy Andersen, sign receiver Kristian Wilkerson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons have cut linebacker Troy Andersen as of August 7, 2026. Andersen's tenure with the team was plagued by injuries, limiting him to just nine games over the past four seasons. The Falcons have signed wide receiver Kristian Wilkerson, who previously played for the Raiders, in a corresponding move, as they continue to assess their receiving corps ahead of the upcoming season.
- •Troy Andersen has been released by the Falcons.
- •Andersen's last season saw him struggle with injuries again.
- •Kristian Wilkerson joins the Falcons after a stint with the Raiders.
- •Wilkerson has three career touchdowns in nine NFL games.
- •Falcons aim to solidify their wide receiver depth.
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons cut LB Troy Andersen, sign WR Kristian Wilkerson
"The talented but oft-injured linebacker will be looking to continue his career elsewhere.
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