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The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed LB JD Bertrand on injured reserve. The Falcons signed LB Josh Woods from the practice squad to the active roster in a corresponding move.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 31

Atlanta Falcons Lose Linebacker to IR, Promote Another from Practice Squad

The Atlanta Falcons are making another roster move following cutdown day, placing linebacker JD Bertrand on injured reserve, the team announced Monday.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 30

Atlanta Falcons Reunite With Former Player, Cut Former Second-Round Pick

FLOWERY BRANCH – The Atlanta Falcons added important special-teams depth by reuniting with former linebacker Josh Woods, according to a team press release on Thursday morning.

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Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 30

Falcons Signing LB Josh Woods

Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports the Falcons are signing LB Josh Woods to a contract. In correspondence, the Falcons are releasing DT Ross Blacklock.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Maryland Terrapins on SI / August 9, 2025

Former Maryland Terrapin linebacker Josh Woods shines as Atlanta Falcons captain

Last night, former Maryland Terrapins linebacker Josh Woods made a significant impact with the Atlanta Falcons. Serving impressively as a team captain, he delivered an outstanding performance.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Talk / March 13, 2025

Falcons re-sign OL Elijah Wilkinson, LB Josh Woods, OL Kyle Hinton

The Falcons brought back three of their players with new deals on Wednesday. The team announced that they have re-signed offensive lineman Elijah Wilkinson, linebacker Josh Woods, and offensive lineman Kyle Hinton.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / March 12, 2025

Falcons re-sign LB Josh Woods

The Falcons retain a player who chipped in on special teams last year. The Atlanta Falcons continue their string of special teams additions today by re-signing LB Josh Woods.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 13, 2025

Falcons Re-Sign Three Players

The Atlanta Falcons announced Wednesday evening that they’ve re-signed three players including OL Elijah Wilkinson, OL Kyle Hinton and LB Josh Woods. Wilkinson, 30, wound up going undrafted out of Massachusetts back in 2017.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 28, 2024

Falcons Lose DB to Injured Reserve, Make 3 Other Roster Changes

LANDOVER, Md. -- The Atlanta Falcons have made a quartet of roster moves ahead of Sunday's primetime game against the Washington Commanders. Atlanta will be without cornerback Antonio Hamilton Sr.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 30, 2024

Falcons Make Roster Moves Before Facing Chargers

The Atlanta Falcons have made three alterations to their roster ahead of Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Atlanta elevated kicker Riley Patterson and linebacker Josh Woods from the practice squad to the active roster and has signed offensive lineman Jovaughn Gwyn to its practice squad, the team announced in a press release Saturday.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 3, 2024

Falcons Promoting Two Players To Active Roster

According to Josh Kendall of The Athletic, the Falcons are elevating OL Matt Hennessy and LB Josh Woods to the active roster for Week 5 against the Buccaneers.

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NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 17, 2024

Atlanta Falcons Sign Former Arizona Cardinals Starter to Fill ‘Thin’ Position

The Atlanta Falcons have added depth to a sudden position of need. Atlanta has signed inside linebacker Josh Woods to the practice squad, the team announced Thursday in a press release.