Vinny Anthony II misses out on Falcons roster projection
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 11:01 AM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Vinny Anthony II, a former Wisconsin wide receiver, has been excluded from ESPN’s 53-man roster projection for the Atlanta Falcons, as reported on August 25, 2026. Despite leading the Falcons in receiving targets and catches during a recent preseason game, he ranks behind receivers like Drake London and Jahan Dotson. Anthony has also contributed on special teams, making his potential omission surprising to supporters. The final roster decisions will be announced by 6 p.m. ET on August 30.
- •Vinny Anthony II left off ESPN's Falcons roster projection
- •Led team in targets and receptions in recent preseason game
- •Other receivers ahead of him include Drake London and Jahan Dotson
- •Roster decisions due by 6 p.m. ET on August 30
- •Anthony's performance seen as surprising omission by fans
- 11:01 AMYahoo Sports — Former Wisconsin wideout snubbed in Atlanta Falcons roster projection
"Former Wisconsin Badgers wide receiver Vinny Anthony II has seemingly done everything in his power to make the Atlanta Falcons roster.
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