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When an NFL team makes changes to its front office and coaching staff, they generally carry over to the roster as well. The Atlanta Falcons have undergone a massive makeover since the start of the 2026 offseason. After naming Matt Ryan president of football, the Falcons hired GM Ian Cunningham and head coach Kevin Stefanski.
While Atlanta lacked the salary cap funds to make any splash moves, the team signed dozens of affordable free agents. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, wide receiver Jahan Dotson, edge Azeez Ojulari and right tackle Jawaan Taylor are just a few of the team's offseason additions.
In terms of offseason departures, the Falcons moved on from linebacker Kaden Elliss, defensive tackle David Onyemata, edge Arnold Ebiketie and quarterback Kirk Cousins. However, not every member of last year's team has found a new home yet.
Here are five former Falcons players who remain available in NFL free agency.
The biggest name of the bunch is Leonard Floyd. The veteran edge rusher split starter reps last season but was replaced by the Falcons' rookie duo of Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. With Pearce's likely suspension looming, it's a bit surprising that the team did not bring back Floyd.
Linebacker Josh Woods is another name that we wouldn't be surprised to see back in Atlanta at some point. He's an experienced veteran who played well when given the opportunity last season. Veteran wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge also remains unsigned. Hodge didn't play a big role on offense, but has been a consistent special teams contributor.
There's still plenty of time for these players to catch on with another team before training camp kicks off in July.
This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: Atlanta Falcons: 5 former players still unsigned in free agency
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While Atlanta lacked the salary cap funds to make any splash moves, the team signed dozens of affordable free agents. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, wide receiver Jahan Dotson, edge Azeez Ojulari and right tackle Jawaan Taylor are just a few of the team's offseason additions.
In terms of offseason departures, the Falcons moved on from linebacker Kaden Elliss, defensive tackle David Onyemata, edge Arnold Ebiketie and quarterback Kirk Cousins. However, not every member of last year's team has found a new home yet.
Here are five former Falcons players who remain available in NFL free agency.
5 former Falcons available in NFL free agency
- EDGE Leonard Floyd
- LB Josh Woods
- WR KhaDarel Hodge
- WR Malik Heath
- OT Tyrone Wheatley Jr.
The biggest name of the bunch is Leonard Floyd. The veteran edge rusher split starter reps last season but was replaced by the Falcons' rookie duo of Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. With Pearce's likely suspension looming, it's a bit surprising that the team did not bring back Floyd.
Linebacker Josh Woods is another name that we wouldn't be surprised to see back in Atlanta at some point. He's an experienced veteran who played well when given the opportunity last season. Veteran wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge also remains unsigned. Hodge didn't play a big role on offense, but has been a consistent special teams contributor.
There's still plenty of time for these players to catch on with another team before training camp kicks off in July.
This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: Atlanta Falcons: 5 former players still unsigned in free agency
Continue reading...
