With NFL rosters in constant flux in the opening days of the season, the establishment of the practice squad can often be overlooked. Yet, this group is often where teams will turn to first when they suffer the inevitable injuries that are a part of every season.
As soon as teams square away their initial 53-man roster, there’s an initial rush to get their first practice squad set. These are guys with promise who may need more seasoning or guys that can help the team prepare for an upcoming game by service as practice fodder. Either way, the Falcons have announced 15 of their possible 16 players already.