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FLOWERY BRANCH, GA - The Atlanta Falcons dealt with a tough week on the injury front with the loss of second-year edge rusher Jalon Walker to a season-ending injury.

Atlanta Falcons News / EasySportz / August 7

Falcons Make Surprising Move With Former Second-Round Pick

The Atlanta Falcons are officially moving on from one of the more disappointing draft picks of their recent past. Atlanta announced Friday that linebacker Troy Andersen has been released, ending a four-year run that once came with plenty of expectations.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 7

Falcons release 2022 second-round pick

The Falcons announced on Friday that they have released 2022 second-round pick Troy Andersen and signed wide receiver Kristian Wilkerson. Andersen was the 58th overall pick, and his story is a frustrating one.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / August 7

Falcons Release LB Troy Andersen

Troy Andersen‘s injury-plagued tenure with the Falcons has come to an end. The former second-round pick was released on Friday, per a team announcement.

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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.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 7

Falcons Sign WR Kristian Wilkerson, Release LB Troy Andersen

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have released LB Troy Andersen. The Falcons also announced they signed WR Kristian Wilkerson in a corresponding move.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / March 9

Source: Falcons Agree to Restructured Deal With LB Troy Andersen

FLOWERY BRANCH – Sources tell Falcons On SI that the Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a restructured deal with fourth-year linebacker Troy Andersen to avoid a ‘tolled’ contract.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / December 17

Falcons declare three players out for the season

On Wednesday, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris officially declared three players out for the season: Zach Harrison, Bralen Trice, and Troy Andersen. Of the three, Zach Harrison was the only one to appear in a game this season and was in the midst of a career year, recording 4.5 sacks in just seven games.

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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 / SportsTalkATL / November 4

It doesn’t sound like Troy Andersen is returning this season

Nobody has come out of the Falcons’ three-game skid looking better than Divine Deablo, who left Atlanta’s Week 7 matchup against the 49ers after suffering a broken forearm and now faces the possibility of missing the remainder of the season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / October 29

Raheem Morris Gives Update on Oft-Injured Atlanta Falcons LB Troy Andersen

The Atlanta Falcons could use some help at inside linebacker. But it doesn't sound like that help could be coming from veteran Troy Andersen anytime soon.

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Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / August 27, 2025

Falcons will be without starting linebacker for at least four weeks

In a move that shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, Falcons starting linebacker Troy Andersen will begin the season on the PUP list, ruling him out for at least the first four games of the season.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 20, 2025

Raheem Morris Provides Update on Oft-Injured Falcons' LB Troy Andersen

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga – Troy Andersen enters a critical final year of his rookie contract with the Atlanta Falcons this fall. Wednesday’s practice marks the

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / August 8, 2025

Falcons Provide Injury Update on LB Troy Andersen

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris appeared to have a very positive update on injured linebacker Troy Andersen on Thursday. “Troy’s doing well. Obviously, Troy's on ‘PUP.’ I don't want to say he's ahead of schedule, but he's on schedule," Morris told reporters.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / July 24, 2025

Latest Falcons injury bodes well for free agent signing

The main goal for the Falcons this offseason should be to enter their Week 1 contest against the Buccaneers as healthy as possible, but they could be without one of their former second-round picks, Troy Andersen.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / July 22, 2025

Falcons linebacker review: Divine Deablo or Troy Andersen? Tuesday Takes

The Falcons struggled at linebacker last season, but a big new addition in Divine Deablo along with Troy Andersen returning from injury could bring a much-needed boost to the position.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 2, 2025

ESPN Predicts Atlanta Falcons 'Biggest Surprise Player'

When Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris looked at his linebacking room after last season, he saw a mixed bag. On one hand, Kaden Elliss is a consistent

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / June 13, 2025

Falcons post-draft roster review: Inside linebacker is in flux

The Falcons have added multiple new faces to inside linebacker, but the sure things are few and far between. Inside linebacker is not at the top of the list of needs for the Atlanta Falcons, but it is still a position with more question marks than the Riddler’s favorite pajamas.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / April 18, 2025

Day 3 Linebackers Atlanta Falcons could Target in NFL Draft

Of the glaring needs on defense for the Atlanta Falcons, inside linebacker moved down the list with the signing of Divine Deablo in free agency. That said,

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 16, 2025

Atlanta Falcons Key to Improved Defense: Upgrade at Linebacker

On paper, the Atlanta Falcons boast a strong linebacker room. However, a lingering issue continues to hurt the team, derailing any hope for sustained superlative play.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 23, 2024

Why Falcons getting Troy Andersen back against Bucs is important

The Falcons could be getting Troy Andersen back this week, and it couldn’t come at a better time. According to Raheem Morris, the third-year linebacker will be at practice on Wednesday, and his status for Atlanta’s Week 8 contest in Tampa Bay is up in the air.

Atlanta Falcons News / Field Level Media / October 11, 2024

Falcons rule out LB Troy Andersen (knee) vs. Panthers

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Troy Andersen will miss his second consecutive game because of a knee injury, coach Raheem Morris said Friday. Andersen, 25, did not practice this week for the Falcons (3-2), who face the host Carolina Panthers (1-4) on Sunday.

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

Atlanta Falcons Provide Troy Andersen Injury Update

The Atlanta Falcons' already thin linebacker room took another hit late in Sunday’s 26-24 win over the New Orleans Saints. Falcons linebacker Troy Andersen, who was in the midst of the most productive game of his young career, was helped off the field after suffering a knee injury on a special teams late in the fourth quarter.

Atlanta Falcons News / Pro Football Rumors / May 26, 2024

Falcons LB Troy Anderson gives positive update on injury recovery

After a promising rookie season, Andersen's sophomore campaign was derailed by injury.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / January 3, 2024

Falcons LB Troy Andersen to Return vs. Saints?

The Atlanta Falcons are getting a much-appreciated boost on defense as they designated linebacker Troy Andersen to return from injured reserve, the team announced Wednesday.