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ATLANTA, Ga – The Atlanta Falcons announced that they have used standard practice elevations on cornerback Keith Taylor and wide receiver Deven Thompkins ahead of their Monday Night Football showdown with the Buffalo Bills.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 13

Falcons Elevated Two For Monday Night Football

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have elevated CB Keith Taylor and WR Deven Thompkins from the practice squad to the active roster for Monday night’s game against the Bills. Thompkins, 25, went undrafted out of Utah State in 2022 before catching on with Tampa Bay.

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Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 25

Falcons Tried Out Three Players

The Atlanta Falcons hosted rookie WR Silas Bolden, DB Daequan Hardy and WR Deven Thompkins for a tryout on Wednesday, according to D. Orlando Ledbetter.

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Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 23

Falcons Hosted Three Free Agents For Workouts

The Atlanta Falcons officially hosted WR Silas Bolden, DB Daequan Hardy and WR Deven Thompkins and tryouts on Tuesday. Thompkins, 25, went undrafted out of Utah State in 2022 before catching on with Tampa Bay.

Carolina Panthers News / Panthers Wire / September 30, 2024

Panthers bring back 2 players to practice squad on Monday

The Carolina Panthers are still sorting out their wideout room in the absence of Adam Thielen. As announced on Monday, the team has signed receiver Deven Thompkins to their practice squad.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 17, 2024

Panthers Waive WR Deven Thompkins From IR

The Carolina Panthers waived WR Deven Thompkins from injured reserve with a settlement. Thompkins, 24, went undrafted out of Utah State in 2022 before catching on with Tampa Bay.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 11, 2024

Panthers Make Six Moves Including Waiving WR Deven Thompkins With Injury Designation

The Carolina Panthers announced six roster moves on Sunday, including waiving WR Deven Thompkins with an injury designation. He’ll revert to injured reserve if he clears waivers.

Carolina Panthers News / Yardbarker / July 31, 2024

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Carolina Panthers News / Panthers Wire / July 26, 2024

Panthers' updated roster following Thursday's addition of Deven Thompkins

On Thursday, the Carolina Panthers added a new set of hands—signing former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Deven Thompkins after the second outing of training camp.

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 25, 2024

Panthers sign WR who recently avoided NFL suspension

Waived by the Buccaneers after allegations of domestic violence surfaced, Deven Thompkins later received word he would not be suspended under the NFL’s personal conduct policy. This will lead to another chance for the young wide receiver.

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / July 16, 2024

NFL Ends Domestic Abuse Investigation of Former Buccaneers WR Deven Thompkins

The NFL has ended its investigation of former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Deven Thompkins, who was accused by his estranged wife Maria Castillos of domestic abuse in May of this year.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Rumors / July 15, 2024

Former Buccaneers WR won't face NFL discipline

Deven Thompkins‘ situation has become clearer with respect to his legal status in the league’s view and his playing future.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / June 27, 2024

Watch: Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield Connects With Former OU Teammate Sterling Shepard

Earlier this month, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers added to their receiving corps after cutting WR and return specialist Deven Thompkins by signing veteran wideout Sterling Shepard to a one-year deal.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Tampa Bay Buccaneers on SI / June 7, 2024

Sterling Shepard on Signing With Buccaneers: "It's Hard Not To Smile Right Now"

Late Thursday morning, it was announced that the Tampa Bay Buccaneers had signed a one-year deal with eight-year NFL veteran wide receiver Sterling Shepard in the wake of waiving WR Deven Thompkins.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / A to Z Sports / June 6, 2024

Buccaneers obviously made the right choice by cutting Deven Thompkins during OTAs

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made a surprising move last week when it decided to release wide receiver/returner Deven Thompkins. The third-year wideout was coming off a 2023 season that saw him record a career-high 251 snaps on offense and 144 snaps on special teams.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 30, 2024

Buccaneers waive return specialist, backup WR

The 24-year-old really showed out on special teams this past season. He finished the year with 16 kick returns for 327 yards (20.4 yards per return) and 25 punt returns for 234 yards (9.4 yards per return).

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers News / Bucs Report / May 30, 2024