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Divine Deablo's Aggressive Nature Fits The Mold For The Atlanta Falcons' New Identity On Defense

The former Las Vegas Raiders linebacker has just what the Atlanta Falcons seek on defense: a new identity and an edgy style of athleticism. Divine Deablo spent four seasons with the Raiders before signing with the Falcons during the offseason.

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Falcons post-draft roster review: Inside linebacker is in flux

The Falcons have added multiple new faces to inside linebacker, but the sure things are few and far between. Inside linebacker is not at the top of the list of needs for the Atlanta Falcons, but it is still a position with more question marks than the Riddler’s favorite pajamas.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 12

Atlanta Falcons Newcomer, Former Raiders LB Named 'Breakout Candidate' in 2025

Last season, Atlanta Falcons’ linebacker Kaden Elliss proved to be one of the league’s most productive inside linebackers after racking up 151 tackles, tying for the sixth-most in the NFL.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 9

Falcons Feel 'Best Football Still Ahead' for Free Agent LB Pickup

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Divine Deablo has made 54 appearances and 42 starts across four years in the NFL. He's recorded nearly 300 tackles. He's played in the postseason.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 18

Day 3 Linebackers Atlanta Falcons could Target in NFL Draft

Of the glaring needs on defense for the Atlanta Falcons, inside linebacker moved down the list with the signing of Divine Deablo in free agency. That said,

NFL News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / April 13

Best LB Fits for Raiders in NFL Draft

Former Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo found a new home in free agency, signing a two-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons. Deablo was a

NFL News / Silver and Black Pride / March 31

Raiders NFL Draft: Spillane, Deablo replacement options

Finding some potential starting linebackers on Days 2 and 3 of the draft Heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, the Las Vegas Raiders’ biggest need on defense is at linebacker.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 21

Devine Deablo is an Underrated Signing By the Atlanta Falcons

Linebacker Divine Deablo gives the Atlanta Falcons a free agent signing that has flown under the radar on a national scale. His physical traits and playmaking will push even a healthy Troy Andersen and be an upgrade over the departed Nate Landman.

Las Vegas Raiders News / A to Z Sports / March 17

Las Vegas Raiders could soon get their next linebacker after losing both Robert Spillane and Divine Deablo

The Las Vegas Raiders have kicked off their 2025 free agency by making all the right moves. The most important one is not overpaying for players, including their own UFAs.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Falcons Land Former Raiders Stud LB In Free Agency

The Atlanta Falcons have been central to differing opinions regarding the franchise's latest moves. But the team has landed an asset to bolster the defense.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / March 11

Falcons add former 106-tackle Raiders stud on $14 million contract

Many expected the Atlanta Falcons to enter free agency with a defensive focus, and they have done just that. As one of their first marquee moves of the negotiating period, the Falcons agreed to terms with former Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo.

NFL News / Virginia Tech Hokies on SI / March 11

Former Virginia Tech defender inks new deal with the Atlanta Falcons

Former Virginia Tech safety Divine Deablo has found a new home. At Tech, Deablo was a star of the Justin Fuente era. Over Deablo's last two years as a Hokie, the 6-foot-3 defensive back recorded 139 tackles and five interceptions.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / March 11

Falcons make first free agent signing of the offseason

The Falcons signed a free agent! After a quiet first day of the legal tampering period, Terry Fontenot strikes in the early hours of Day 2, inking free agent linebacker Divine Deablo, per his agent via Adam Schefter.

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Falcons to sign former Raiders LB Divine Deablo to 2-year pact

Great name, hopefully great signing. The Atlanta Falcons have made their first move of free agency, and it’s aimed at upgrading a linebacker group that was either injured or dismal last year outside of Kaden Elliss.

Las Vegas Raiders News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 11

Falcons Signing LB Divine Deablo To Two-Year, $14M Deal

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports the Falcons are signing former Raiders LB Divine Deablo to a two-year, $14 million deal. Rapoport adds Deablo will make $8 million in the first year of his contract.

Atlanta Falcons News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

3-Year Starter Signs Contract With Atlanta Falcons

Four-year veteran linebacker Divine Deablo signed a new contract with the Atlanta Falcons. Deablo, a former third-round pick, spent the entirety of his career with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 26

Why Raiders' Deablo Should Get Another Year in Las Vegas

The Las Vegas Raiders have a slew of free agents set to hit the market in a couple of weeks, and while the franchise has already extended Isiah Pola-Mao for the next two seasons, it leads to wondering, should multiple Raiders get extensions?

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / February 8

Report: Raiders Must Consider Affordable Options

The Las Vegas Raiders have multiple extremely critical decisions to make this offseason, especially on the defensive side of the ball. The Raiders could enter next season with over five new starters on defense, including potentially losing two starting linebackers.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 19

Raiders Free Agency: LB Deablo is a Building Block for Raiders

Everything about Las Vegas Raiders linebacker Divine Deablo, including the fact that he is a linebacker: the Raiders drafted Deablo in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft as a defensive back from Virginia Tech.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 21

Raiders LB Divine Deablo on His Growth at the LB Position

Divine Deablo entered the NFL as a safety in the 2021 NFL Draft out of Virginia Tech. That changed when he became a Raider. The Raiders moved Deablo to the linebacker position, as at the time, they had a desperate need in that room.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / October 14

Raiders' Divine Deablo Doesn’t Skip a Beat in Return

Divine Deablo was projected to be one of the most important pieces to the Las Vegas Raiders' defense heading into 2024. That projection was accurate as Raider Nation has seen how valuable his presence is when he is or is not in the game. Deablo had missed the last three games coming into Sunday's game.

NFL News / Yardbarker / January 15, 2022