Falcons spotlight undrafted tight end Jack Velling at training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
The Atlanta Falcons are set to start training camp under new head coach Kevin Stefanski, beginning on July 29. Among the team's 19 rookies is undrafted free agent tight end Jack Velling from Michigan State. Velling had a productive college career, totaling 72 catches for 770 yards over two seasons with the Spartans. The Falcons secured veteran tight end Kyle Pitts with a three-year extension, while Velling aims to improve his blocking and secure a role on the team. Fans can attend open practices starting July 31.
- •Training camp opens on July 29 in Flowery Branch, Georgia.
- •Jack Velling recorded 36 catches for 359 yards in 2025.
- •Velling transferred to Michigan State after starting at Oregon State.
- •Falcons extended Kyle Pitts for three years through the 2028 season.
- •The first open practice is scheduled for July 31 at IBM Performance Field.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — Falcons training camp spotlight: UDFA tight end Jack Velling
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