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Falcons place Jalon Walker on IR, claim Keidron Smith off waivers

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:03 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Falcons place Jalon Walker on IR, claim Keidron Smith off waivers
Summary

The Falcons placed linebacker Jalon Walker on injured reserve after he tore his ACL during practice this week. Walker, a first-round pick from 2025, will undergo surgery and focus on rehabilitation for his third NFL season. To fill his roster spot, the team claimed defensive back Keidron Smith off waivers after he was released by the Jets. Smith had 15 tackles in three games with the Jets last season.

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Status Watch
  • •Jalon Walker's season ends due to a torn ACL.
  • •Walker will have surgery and start rehabilitation soon.
  • •Keidron Smith was claimed after being waived by the Jets.
  • •Smith recorded 15 tackles in three games last season.
Latest Updates
  • 10:03 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons place Jalon Walker on IR, claim former Jets DB off waivers
  • 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons put Jalon Walker on IR, claim DB Keidron Smith off of waivers
What they're saying
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The Falcons officially brought linebacker Jalon Walker's season to an end on Thursday.

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Jalon Walker placed on IR, Falcons sign claim former Jets DB off waivers

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