Hard Knocks Extra: Meet the Rookies

Atlanta announced its initial 53-man roster on Tuesday. Now, its initial 16-player practice squad is beginning to take shape.

An in-depth look at the Falcons' 53-man roster and how the numbers stack up to the other 31 NFL teams.

Atlanta's initial 53-man roster includes quarterbacks Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. and Taylor Heinicke.

After the Falcons' third and final preseason game, beat writer Terrin Waack builds a possible 53-man roster. 

Atlanta made its first moves ahead of Tuesday's deadline for NFL teams to pare rosters down to 53 players.

With Kirk Cousins listed as the starting quarterback and Michael Penix Jr. as the backup, Taylor Heinicke expressed he'd like to still play for the Falcons in 2024.

The Falcons wrapped up their preseason slate Friday inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium against the Jaguars. Here's what we learned with roster cuts on the horizon. 

The Falcons are entering their third and final preseason game, which means training camp is coming to a close. 

Atlanta held a full-team scrimmage during Wednesday's practice, and while the usual big names made plays, a few glue guys stole the show.

The Falcons spent an entire open practice scrimmaging on Wednesday. Their third and final preseason game is Friday. The 53-man roster deadline is then Tuesday.

This is the home stretch for those competing for a final spot on Atlanta's 53-man roster. Here's how things look heading into the last preseason game. 

New Falcons safety Justin Simmons explained why he chose Atlanta after his first training camp practice with the team.