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Falcons Terminate Contract of Young Defender Before Week 1

Falcons Terminate Contract of Young Defender Before Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons have waived 23-year-old linebacker Malik Verdon from injured reserve, ending his brief and injury-marred tenure with the club. The move, announced via the NFL transaction log, takes Verdon off Atlanta’s roster and puts him on waivers.

Atlanta Falcons News / A to Z Sports / April 30, 2025
Atlanta Falcons cash in on versatile defensive weapon that brings major risk, but also provides legitimate upside

Atlanta Falcons cash in on versatile defensive weapon that brings major risk, but also provides legitimate upside

While the Atlanta Falcons didn’t hold much draft capital in the 2025 NFL Draft (just five selections), they were able to supplement that volume afterward by signing a long list of impressive undrafted free agents.

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Height: 6040 (verified) Weight: 218lbs (verified) Year: Redshirt Junior Pro Comparison: Hamsah Nasirildeen Iowa State Cyclones safety Malik Verdon is a supersized safety with length, physicality, and surprising body control and fluidity for his stature.

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