In a corresponding move, the Falcons have signed veteran defensive tackle Kentavius Street off the practice squad to take Roberts' place on the 53-man roster. Street, a former fifth-round pick, has appeared in 18 games for the Falcons over the last two seasons.

When the Atlanta Falcons worked out a trio of wide receivers earlier this week, the thought crossed my mind that Darnell Mooney was on the verge of getting the Ray-Ray McCloud treatment and being unceremoniously and inexplicably dumped during the regular season.

As announced on Saturday afternoon, the team has activated inside linebacker Krys Barnes and safety Israel Mukuamu from the practice squad. Both have been added to the active roster as standard elevations.

A viral video of quarterback Michael Penix Jr. circulated the internet on Wednesday. On Friday, the Atlanta Falcons coaches responded to the claims.

Raheem Morris came under fire this week when comments from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. were misinterpreted to make people think the young quarterback wasn't getting any support from the coaching staff. On Friday, Morris fired back at those online who pulled Penix's answer out of context.