Falcons sign Devonnsha Maxwell and Keshawn Banks to roster
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 5:07 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons are adding defensive tackle Devonnsha Maxwell and edge rusher Keshawn Banks to their 90-man roster, as reported by NFL Network. Maxwell, a former player for the DC Defenders in the UFL, is 27 years old and has yet to appear in an NFL regular season game. Banks, 26, joins from the UFL Storm where he recorded five sacks and 11 tackles for loss. This signing may signal a looming suspension for edge rusher James Pearce, who is expected to face discipline for a personal conduct policy violation. The Falcons currently have 92 players on their roster, necessitating further adjustments before the regular season begins.
- •Maxwell played for the DC Defenders in the UFL.
- •Banks had a standout season in the UFL with five sacks.
- •James Pearce's suspension could impact the edge rusher position.
- •The Falcons' roster stands at 92 players as of June 17.
- 8:29 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons sign DE Keshawn Banks, DT Devonnsha Maxwell, WR Antwane Wells
- 5:07 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons signing two former UFL players to 90-man roster
"The Falcons are signing DT Devonnsha Maxwell and EDGE Keshawn Banks, per NFL Network report
"The Falcons announced the addition of three players to their 90-man roster on Wednesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 8:29 PMFalcons sign DE Keshawn Banks, DT Devonnsha Maxwell, WR Antwane Wells
The Falcons announced the addition of three players to their 90-man roster on Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 17, 2026, 5:07 PMFalcons signing two former UFL players to 90-man roster
The Falcons are signing DT Devonnsha Maxwell and EDGE Keshawn Banks, per NFL Network report
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