Falcons face running back depth issues after Goodson's departure to Cowboys
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 2:55 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

The Atlanta Falcons are addressing their running back depth following the loss of Tyler Goodson, who was claimed by the Dallas Cowboys after their starter Malik Davis suffered a hip injury. Goodson led the Falcons in preseason rushing with 93 yards, leaving the team with Bijan Robinson and Brian Robinson Jr. on the active roster and rookie Cash Jones on the practice squad. In response to this challenge, the Falcons worked out several players, including former 49ers pick Drake Jackson, indicating their urgent need for additional roster support. They have also signed veteran running back Khali Herbert to the practice squad as they seek to bolster their backfield ahead of future games.
- •Falcons lost Tyler Goodson to Cowboys after a claimed waiver.
- •Goodson was the team's leading rusher in preseason.
- •Active roster now includes Bijan Robinson and Brian Robinson Jr.
- •Falcons worked out several players to fill running back gaps.
- •Khali Herbert signed to the practice squad for added depth.
- 2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Falcons Must Fix Running Back Depth After Goodson Loss
"The Falcons lost Tyler Goodson to Dallas and now face a thin backfield. Drake Jackson's workout shows the team is scrambling to fill gaps.
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