One of the lesser talked about open holes on the Atlanta Falcons roster is their return specialist role. Kenjon Barner held that down last year, but it’s clear at this point that Barner will not return. Who gets the gig, then?
Dan Quinn didn’t say, exactly, but he made it clear on Monday morning who the early favorite is to secure the job.
Powell spent 2018 with the Detroit Lions before being signed to the Falcons’ practice squad prior to the start of the 2019 regular season. While at the University of Florida, Powell played both running back and wide receiver and totaled 33 kick returns for 671 yards and 17 punt returns for 61 yards, no touchdowns for either.