The Falcons trimmed to 53 and lined up a plan for immediate tackle depth on the practice squad, signing Ryan Hayes and Carter Warren after waivers, and adding Michael Jerrell via trade. Nick Nash and Cobee Bryant were retained on the PS, with Lenny Krieg kept as international-pathway kicker insurance behind Younghoe Koo. Easton Stick was waived and Carlos Washington was cut, signaling a careful, development-forward approach to Week 1 roster depth.

The moves emphasize up-front versatility and player development over quick waiver adds, potentially unlocking late-blooming contributors on the practice squad and giving the Falcons a clearer path to fill-in options if injuries hit early in the season.