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On YouTubeAtlanta Falcons News / Miami Dolphins on SI / December 15
Another Chapter in the Weird Jakeem Grant Saga, Former Backup QB News
The very strange story of Jakeem Grant's comeback attempt took another disappointing twist this weekend. For the third time this year, the greatest kick returner in Miami Dolphins history has been released by the Atlanta Falcons.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 12
Falcons Sign Former Dolphins Pro Bowl Return Specialist
The Atlanta Falcons have signed one of the most decorated return specialists of the past decade. Atlanta added receiver and returner Jakeem Grant to its practice squad Thursday, the team announced.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 12
Falcons Signing WR/KR Jakeem Grant
According to Terrin Waack, the Falcons are signing WR/KR Jakeem Grant to their practice squad. The following is an updated list of the Falcons’ practice
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Atlanta Falcons News / Miami Dolphins on SI / November 17
Grant's Comeback Bid Hits Another Snag
The greatest kick returner in Miami Dolphins history has had another setback in his comeback attempt. Jakeem Grant was released from the Atlanta Falcons practice squad Saturday, less than a week after he was signed.
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With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 13
Falcons Release LB as Starter Nears Injury Return
The Atlanta Falcons made a pair of notable roster moves Wednesday. Atlanta confirmed the practice squad signing of receiver Jakeem Grant, which was initially reported Tuesday.
NFL News / Miami Dolphins on SI / November 12
Former Dolphins Return Ace Signed To Falcons Practice Squad
Former Miami Dolphins wide receiver and return specialist Jakeem Grant is back in the National Football League. The Atlanta Falcons signed Grant to their practice squad Tuesday, rejoining the Falcons after spending a few weeks with them in training camp before suffering a hamstring injury.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 12
Falcons Signing WR Jakeem Grant To Practice Squad
Per Aaron Wilson, the Falcons are signing WR Jakeem Grant to their practice squad after releasing him back in August with an injury settlement. Grant, 32, is a former sixth-round pick of the Dolphins back in 2016.
Atlanta Falcons News / Miami Dolphins on SI / August 23
The Latest on Jakeem Grant
Jakeem Grant's stint with the Atlanta Falcons didn't last long, but he's now free again to sign with any NFL team. The former Miami Dolphins receiver/returner was released off the Falcons injured reserve list with an injury settlement Thursday and is a free agent.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 22
Falcons Released WR Jakeem Grant From Injured Reserve With A Settlement
The Atlanta Falcons have released WR Jakeem Grant off of the injured reserve with an injury settlement, according to Terrin Waack. Grant was just signed by the Falcons last week after they lost WR Rondale Moore for the year.
Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / August 17
Falcons place Jakeem Grant on injured reserve 
A short-lived stint for Grant, and now the Falcons will likely be shopping for receiver depth again. First Rondale Moore, now Jakeem Grant. The Atlanta
Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 15
Falcons’ former All-Pro placed on IR in yet another setback
While the Atlanta Falcons have players on the rise, and they improved the defense with the addition of a veteran safety, they suffered the bad news of yet another setback for a former All-Pro who was placed on IR.
Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 15
Former Pro Bowler's comeback attempt ends before it begins with IR placement
He could potentially play again this season if he’s able to work out his release.
Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 15
Falcons Place WR Jakeem Grant On Injured Reserve
The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed WR Jakeem Grant on injured reserve. Grant was just signed by the Falcons after they lost WR Rondale Moore for the year.
Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 14
Falcons New Free Agent Signing Injured in Training Camp Practice
The Atlanta Falcons haven't been able to shake the injury bug -- and the trend continued at Wednesday's training camp practice in Flowery Branch. Falcons
NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 13
NFC Notes: Jakeem Grant, Adam Thielen, Bryce Young, Falcons, Panthers
Falcons HC Raheem Morris noted S DeMarcco Hellams will miss significant time with an ankle injury, per Tori McElhaney of the team’s website. Per Howard
Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / August 11
Former Browns WR joins the Falcons
Jakeem Grant was an exciting free agent pickup but injuries kept him off the field The number of players whose careers have been derailed by injury is too long to list.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / August 10
Falcons sign former Pro Bowl return specialist
The Falcons receiving corps suffered a blow when it was announced that Rondale Moore would miss the 2024 NFL season with a knee injury. While not a one-for-one replacement, Atlanta has addressed the position group.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 10
Jets to host former Pro Bowler
Jakeem Grant has spent time with a few different teams this offseason, but he has been unable to land a deal so far. The veteran receiver/return specialist will now join the Jets this week in his latest bid to find a roster spot.
NFL News / Field Level Media / June 10
Report: All-Pro returner Jakeem Grant trying out with Jets
Decorated return specialist Jakeem Grant will try out for the New York Jets at this week's minicamp, NFL Network reported Monday. Grant, 31, last played in the NFL in 2021 when he made the Pro Bowl and earned his second consecutive All-Pro second-team selection.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 10
Former Pro Bowl returner earns tryout with Jets
Jakeem Grant hasn't played in an NFL game since Jan. 2, 2022, but he took a possible first step in returning to the field on Monday.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / June 10
Jets hosting two-time All-Pro for tryout
The New York Jets are hosting another player with the NFL’s new kickoff rules in mind.
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 4
Former Pro Bowler attempting comeback with NFC East team after two seasons out of action
It wasn’t too long ago that he was one of the league’s top return men.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2023
Browns WR suffers another serious leg injury on kickoff return
Grant was carted off the field with an air cast on his leg after he was injured on the game's opening kickoff, and he could possibly miss the entire season.
NFL News / Yardbarker / December 20, 2021
Bears' Jakeem Grant ruled out with concussion suffered vs. Vikings
Grant has six total return touchdowns in his career: four on punts, two on kickoffs. He also has two receiving touchdowns since joining the Bears.
NFL News / Yardbarker / October 5, 2021
Dolphins trade WR Jakeem Grant to Bears for 2023 sixth-round pick
Once Grant is officially added to the roster in Chicago, he'll likely take over punt and kick return duties.
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