CHARLOTTE – The Falcons are adding depth to their offensive line in the hours before Thursday night's divisional clash with the Carolina Panthers.
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Interior offensive linemen Ryan Neuzil and Jonotthan Harrison have been designated as a standard practice squad elevations, the team announced on Thursday afternoon. Both Neuzil and Harrison have experience playing center and guard, and could back those thin positions up against the Panthers.
Neuzil was also a practice squad elevation that week, with Hennessy starting at left guard, as a reserve option at center.
Hennessy has since joined regular starter Elijah Wilkinson on injured reserve.
Harrison spent training camp with the Falcons, was released among final cuts and re-signed to the practice squad on Nov. 8.
Colby Gossett is expected to start at left guard. Neuzil and Harrison could back up center Drew Dalman and both guard spots. The Falcons have also cross-trained tackle Chuma Edoga at guard, and swing tackle Germain Ifedi has experience playing inside as well. So, should any lineman get hurt, the Falcons have solid injury protection.
Neuzil will revert to the practice squad after Thursday's game. If the Falcons choose to elevate him for a third time, they'll have to either sign him to the active roster or waive him after that game.
This is Harrison's first elevation of the season.
The Falcons take flight to Charlotte to face the Panthers for Week 10. #RiseUp
Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Mykal Walker #3 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Ta'Quon Graham #95 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons punter Bradley Pinion #13 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Germain Ifedi #74 and quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo #7 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Cornell Armstrong #22 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Ford #28 and safety Jovante Moffatt #20 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Grady Jarrett #97 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons safety Jaylinn Hawkins #32 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons fullback Keith Smith #40 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Matt Dickerson #91 and outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter #9 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons tight end Anthony Firkser #86 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons safety Richie Grant #27 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver #26 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams #35 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford #37 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge #12 travels to Charlotte on Wednesday, November 9, 2022 for the game against the Carolina Panthers. (Photo by Mitch Martin/Atlanta Falcons)
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