Falcons release defensive back Malcolm DeWalt IV
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons have waived defensive back Malcolm DeWalt IV, as announced on October 22. DeWalt, who signed as an undrafted free agent from Akron, initially made the 53-man roster after impressing during rookie minicamp and preseason. Despite this, he has not appeared in any games this season, being listed as a healthy scratch each week. It remains a possibility for him to rejoin the practice squad if he clears waivers.
- •Malcolm DeWalt IV was waived by the Falcons on October 22.
- •He signed with Atlanta as an undrafted free agent.
- •DeWalt made the initial 53-player roster after a strong offseason.
- •He has not played in any games this season.
- •Re-signing to the practice squad is possible if he clears waivers.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons waive DB Malcolm DeWalt IV
"The Falcons released defensive back Malcolm DeWalt IV on Thursday, the team announced.
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