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The Atlanta Falcons waived defensive end Keshawn Banks on Wednesday, ending his brief stay with the club as the team finished last-minute roster work before Sunday’s season opener at Pittsburgh.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 17

Falcons Add EDGE Keshawn Banks, DT Devonnsha Maxwell

After successful stints in the UFL, edge defender Keshawn Banks and defensive tackle Devonnsha Maxwell are returning to the NFL. The Falcons have signed Banks and Maxwell, per reports from Mike Garafolo and Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / June 17

Falcons Sign UFL Star, Former Patriots/Packers Edge Rusher

The Atlanta Falcons are looking high and low for contributors this season, and they've tapped former Green Bay Packers and New England Patriots edge rusher Keshawn Banks as a player who will attempt to earn a roster spot.

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Detroit Lions News / Detroit Lions on SI / May 10

Exploring If Detroit Lions Should Add UFL Standout Defensive End

The Detroit Lions were busy during the offseason adding players, and could look to fill some of their remaining roster spots with players currently suiting up in the UFL.

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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.

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New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / December 10, 2024

Patriots release three-time elevation Keshawn Banks from practice squad

The addition of kicker John Parker Romo required a corresponding move. After becoming a three-time standard elevation, Keshawn Banks has become a corresponding move.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / November 30, 2024

Patriots elevate guard Michael Jordan, linebacker Keshawn Banks from practice squad for Week 13

Sunday’s kickoff at Gillette Stadium is set for 1 p.m. ET. The New England Patriots will have familiar faces on hand against the Indianapolis Colts. The organization elevated guard Michael Jordan and linebacker Keshawn Banks from the practice squad on the eve of Sunday’s matchup at Gillette Stadium.

New England Patriots News / Pats Pulpit / November 25, 2024

Tight end Jack Westover, linebacker Keshawn Banks revert to Patriots’ practice squad following Week 12

Both served as standard elevations Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium. Tight end Jack Westover and outside linebacker Keshawn Banks reverted to the New England Patriots’ practice squad on Monday.

New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / November 23, 2024

Patriots' Latest Roster Moves Hint at Major Defensive Changes

The Patriots are bolstering their roster ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins, elevating linebacker Keshawn Banks and tight end Jack Westover from the practice squad.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / November 23, 2024

Patriots Shake Up Roster Before Dolphins Game

The New England Patriots are preparing to face the Miami Dolphins on Sunday afternoon, and they have made a couple of roster moves prior to the contest.

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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.