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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 13
Falcons DT Duo Enters Year 2 Aiming for Bigger Impact in the Trenches
After picking two defensive tackles in the first four rounds of the 2024 NFL Draft, it became clear the Atlanta Falcons were focused on injecting youth and depth into their defensive front.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / May 15
How Ruke Orhorhoro Fits into Atlanta Falcons Defense
For all of the teeth gnashing from the national media about the steep price the Atlanta Falcons paid to get edge rusher James Pearce Jr. in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, the deal to acquire Ruke Orhorhoro in 2024 may have been more expensive.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 20
Falcons Projected to Make 'Higher Upside' Investment at Edge Rusher
The Atlanta Falcons enter another NFL Draft this spring with a big need at edge rusher. In part, that's because the Falcons were unable to get much of anything from 2024 draft picks Ruke Orhorhoro and Brandon Dorlus.
The 'Active NFL players with 1,000-yard rushing seasons' quiz
How many of the active NFL players who have rushed for 1,000 or more yards in a season can you name in five minutes?
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 20
Falcons Coach Touts 2 Defensive Rookies
Much of the focus on the Atlanta Falcons' rookie class this week centers around quarterback Michael Penix Jr., the team's first-round draft pick who's poised to make his inaugural NFL start Sunday against the New York Giants.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 16
Falcons place another critical defender on IR
Ahead of Monday night’s matchup with the Las Vegas Raiders, the Falcons had some good and bad news on the injury front. On the positive side, Ruke Orhorhoro has been activated from the IR.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / December 14
LB Troy Andersen out, DT Ruke Orhorhoro questionable for Falcons 
The Falcons ruled two players out for Monday night's game against the Raiders. Linebacker Troy Andersen will miss his seventh game of the season with a knee injury.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 7
Falcons Rule Out Trio of Rookies Ahead of Vikings Game
Like the 12-previous games, the Atlanta Falcons’ rookie class won’t play much of a factor in Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. Atlanta, which ruled out sixth-round rookie running back Jase McClellan on Friday due to a knee injury, will be without a pair of other draftees.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 4
Falcons Designate Rookie DL to Return from Injured Reserve, Sign DB
The Atlanta Falcons' defense played its best game of the season in a 17-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers last Sunday, and more help appears to be on the way.
Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 4
Falcons to welcome rookie standout back to practice
In some positive injury news, the Falcons are welcoming rookie Ruke Orhorhoro back to practice this week ahead of the club’s trip to Minnesota, Raheem Morris told the Atlanta media.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 4
Falcons Designate DT Ruke Orhorhoro To Return, Sign S Dane Cruikshank To PS
Per Amna Subhan, the Falcons have designated DT Ruke Orhorhoro to return from injured reserve and are also signing S Dane Cruikshank to the practice squad.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 2
Falcons Rookie DL Nearing Injury Return
The Atlanta Falcons are close to getting back a key member of their rookie class. Second-round defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro, who’s been on injured reserve since suffering an ankle injury against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8, is expected to be designated to return to practice this week, according to Falcons head coach Raheem Morris.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / November 1
Falcons place rookie DT on injured reserve
The Falcons have placed defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro on injured reserve.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 1
Falcons Place Defender on IR, Sign LB ahead of Cowboys Clash
Ankle injuries that are bad enough to hobble an NFL defensive lineman are typically four-to-six weeks in recovery. Whether it's a high-ankle sprain or a break, a month is typically best-case scenario.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 1
Rookie Out, Starters in Doubt on Latest Atlanta Falcons Injury Report
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris, speaking during his press conference Friday, ruled out second-round defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro and fifth-round linebacker JD Bertrand for Sunday’s game.
NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 27
Falcons Rookie DL Suffers Ankle Injury at Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. -- The Atlanta Falcons' defense lost one of its most promising young pieces in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside Raymond James Stadium.
Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / June 29
Position battles to watch in Falcons training camp
Here's a look at three position battles that could be the most heated during Falcons training camp.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / May 13, 2024
Falcons sign second-round DT Ruke Orhorhoro
The Falcons continue to add to the number of 2024 draftees on the books.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / May 1, 2024
Atlanta Falcons Nearly Made Blockbuster NFL Draft Trade
The Atlanta Falcons are not typically one of the most discussed teams in the NFL, but their decisions in the draft last week has everyone talking. The Falcons took University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 29, 2024
Five NFL starters who could be in danger of losing their job to a rookie
With the draft officially in the books, here’s a look at five players who could potentially lose their starting jobs to rookies this season.
Clemson Tigers News / Pro Football Rumors / April 26, 2024
Falcons trade up in second round, draft Clemson DL at No. 35
After a stunning start (per Kirk Cousins, at least) to Round 1, the Falcons are moving up the board to open Round 2. They are acquiring No. 35 from the Cardinals.
College Football News / The 33rd Team / April 11, 2024
Ruke Orhorhoro 2024 NFL Draft: Combine Results, Scouting Report For Clemson DL
The 2024 NFL Draft is getting close, making it an excellent time to highlight some of the class' best players with scouting reports. Each report will include strengths, weaknesses and background information. Here's our report on Ruke Orhorhoro.
NFL News / Yardbarker / April 2, 2024
Five under-the-radar 2024 NFL Draft prospects who could sneak into Round 1
Several NFL Draft scouts have stated there are 32 first-round picks in every draft, but most years there aren’t 32 players worthy of a first-round grade.
College Football News / Last Word On Sports / February 29, 2024
2024 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Ruke Orhorhoro
Position: Defensive Tackle Height: 6’4 (Unofficial) Weight: 290 lbs (Unofficial) Age: 22 years old School: Clemson Tigers I may not know everything in the world, but I do know that the Clemson Tigers football program develops elite quarterbacks, wide receivers, and defensive linemen.
College Football News / 5 GOATs / February 12, 2024
Mel Kiper says Clemson’s Ruke Orhorhoro has first-round talent
Clemson defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro is viewed by ESPN’s Mel Kiper as a sleeper in the 2024 NFL Draft. Orhorhoro isn’t being mentioned as a potential first-round pick at this point, but Kiper believes he possesses that type of talent.
College Football News / On Tap Sports Net / January 31, 2024
2024 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Ruke Orhorhoro
College: Clemson College Position: 3T / 4T / 5T Ideal NFL Position: 3T / 4T / 5T Height/Weight: 6’4", 295 pounds Year / Age: Grad Student / 22 (23 in October) Draft Projection: Top 75 Where I’d Take Him: Mid to late second round Ruke Orhorhoro was born in Lagos, Nigeria, and moved to the United States at nine years old.
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