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The Dallas Cowboys have had a busy offseason that's featured major coaching staff changes, notable trades and some key free agency signings. Most of the attention was on the Dallas defense, which needed sweeping personnel changes ahead of the first season under new defensive coordinator Christian Parker.

Dallas Cowboys News / DallasCowboysCommunity / June 29

Questions Raised Over Cowboys Depth After Key Injury Update

The Cowboys thought they had their answer in Matt Hennessy. After all, they spent $1.4 million after parting ways with Brock Hoffman. Yet, their backup plan has now gone sideways.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / June 27

New Cowboys Free Agent Signing is Already a Disappointment for Dallas

We aren't even in training camp yet and the Dallas Cowboys have already lost a backup offensive lineman for the season. The Cowboys placed backup offensive lineman Matt Hennessy on injured reserve earlier this month, which means he will miss the entire 2026 season.

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Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / June 18

Cowboys To Make Three UFL Signings, Place OL Matt Hennessy On IR

The Cowboys canceled their final minicamp practice on Thursday. That did not stop the team from making a number of roster moves. A trio of signings have been lined up, ESPN’s Todd Archer reports.

Dallas Cowboys News / NFLTradeRumors.co / June 18

Cowboys place OL Matt Hennessy on season-ending IR

According to Todd Archer, the Cowboys are placing OL Matt Hennessy on injured reserve, which will end his 2026 season. Archer reports Hennessy had neck surgery recently.

Dallas Cowboys News / Pro Football Rumors / June 9

Cowboys OL Matt Hennessy To Undergo Neck Surgery

Matt Hennessy is set to miss an extended period through the remainder of the offseason. The veteran offensive lineman is set to undergo neck surgery, Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Tuesday (via ESPN’s Todd Archer).

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 13

Former 49ers OL Matt Hennessy signs with Cowboys

ESPN's Todd Archer reported that the Dallas Cowboys are signing former San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Matt Hennessy, an unrestricted free agent.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / March 12

Dallas Cowboys Signing Former Third-Round Pick in NFL Free Agency

The Dallas Cowboys are making another move in free agency, this time addressing the offensive line. Per reports from ESPN's Todd Archer, Dallas has agreed to a deal with San Francisco 49ers center Matt Hennessy, who will bring some depth and experience to the Cowboys' offensive line.

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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.

NFL News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 29, 2024

49ers Swipe OL from Falcons' Practice Squad

The Atlanta Falcons lost veteran offensive line depth earlier this week. Center Matt Hennessy, who played in four games for Atlanta this season as a reserve interior lineman and special teams piece, was signed off the team's practice squad Thursday by the San Francisco 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 28, 2024

OL Coach Chris Foerster Explains Why the 49ers Signed Matt Hennessy

SANTA CLARA -- The 49ers surprisingly signed veteran center Matt Hennessy off the Atlanta Falcons practice squad to a two-year deal this week. On Friday, offensive line coach Chris Foerster was asked about Hennessy.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / December 27, 2024

Kyle Shanahan is "Really Pumped" that the 49ers Signed Matt Hennessy

The 49ers just made a significant yet under-the-radar move. They signed veteran center Matt Hennessy off the Falcons practice squad, and they signed him to a two-year deal.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 26, 2024

49ers Place LT Trent Williams On IR, Sign OL Matt Hennessy To Two-Year Deal

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have placed LT Trent Williams on injured reserve. Trent Williams” width=”300″ height=”200″> Additionally, the 49ers have signed OL Matt Hennessy to a two-year contract.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / November 14, 2024

Falcons Release Former Starting Center

The Atlanta Falcons made a roster move with potentially significant implications Thursday. Atlanta released backup center Matt Hennessy, it announced in a press release.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 14, 2024

Falcons Release OL Matt Hennessy

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have released OL Matt Hennessy from the 53-man roster. Hennessy, 26, is a former third-round pick by the Falcons in the 2020 NFL Draft out of Temple.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / October 20, 2024

Falcons C Ryan Neuzil returns vs. Seahawks after leaving game with apparent injury

Old friend Matt Hennessy took Neuzil’s place in the lineup. UPDATE: Matt Hennessy took over for Neuzil for five snaps, and Neuzil has returned to the game for Atlanta.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 18, 2024

Falcons Coach Explains OL Signing

NFL coaches often say games are won in the trenches -- and the Atlanta Falcons have no shortage of bodies up front, especially on their 11-man offensive line.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 15, 2024

Falcons Made Four Moves Including Promoting OL Matt Hennessy & Signing OL Coy Cronk

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed S Micah Abernathy on injured reserve and promoted OL Matt Hennessy from the practice squad to the active

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 26, 2024

Eagles Veteran In Danger Of Being Traded Before Season Kicks Off

It already has been a busy day across the National Football League. Teams across the league have started to trim down rosters and that has led to plenty of cuts and even some trades.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / August 4, 2024

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Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / March 12, 2024

Eagles add much-needed depth behind center Cam Jurgens

The Philadelphia Eagles are not done making moves in NFL free agency. On Tuesday, the Eagles addressed their offensive line needs and agreed to terms with center/guard Matt Hennessy, according to Bo Wulf the PHLY Eagles podcast. With Jason Kelce officially retired, Hennessy will provide some much-needed depth behind Cam Jurgens at center.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 12, 2024

Eagles Signing OL Matt Hennessy To A One-Year Deal

According to Zach Berman, the Eagles are signing OL Matt Hennessy to a one-year contract. Hennessy, 26, is a former third-round pick by the Falcons in the 2020 NFL Draft out of Temple.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 28, 2023