The Atlanta Falcons trimmed their roster down to 53 players, but in true Falcons fashion, they didn’t make it simple.
Between surprise cuts, tough injury decisions, and an unconventional defensive line setup, this roster reveal left fans with plenty to debate.
Here’s a breakdown of the biggest winners, losers, and surprises from Atlanta’s final roster.
Winners
Michael Penix Jr. and Kirk Cousins
The Falcons decided to keep just two quarterbacks, cutting Easton Stick. That move shows complete confidence in rookie starter Michael Penix Jr. and veteran backup Kirk Cousins.