Falcons waive seven players and release three ahead of roster deadline

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Falcons waive seven players and release three ahead of roster deadline
Summary

The Falcons have waived seven players and released three others as they prepare to finalize their roster ahead of the NFL's 53-man limit on Sunday. The team’s transactions included placing defensive back Darren Hall on injured reserve. Released players include defensive lineman Eric Johnson, linebacker Channing Tindall, and offensive lineman Brandon Walton, who will not be subject to waiver claims. The remaining seven players will enter the waiver process as the Falcons reshape their squad leading into the season.

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  • Falcons start cuts ahead of NFL's 53-man roster deadline.
  • Darren Hall is placed on injured reserve.
  • Released players include Eric Johnson, Channing Tindall, and Brandon Walton.
  • Seven players waived will enter the waiver wire.
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  • 9:32 PMYahoo SportsFalcons trim 11 players from roster ahead of 53-man deadline
  • 9:02 PMYahoo SportsFalcons waive seven players, release three others
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The Falcons have started making moves ahead of Sunday's deadline to cut their roster to 53 players.

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The Falcons' roster currently sits at 79 players after first wave of cuts

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