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Falcons make several roster moves following final exhibition game

QB Ben DiNucci among cuts to get down to 53-man limit by Tuesday’s deadline.
The Falcons announced roster cuts Saturday, but coach Raheem Morris and the front office have more work to do before Tuesday, when the roster has to be trimmed to 53 players. (Mike Stewart/AP)

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The Falcons announced roster cuts Saturday, but coach Raheem Morris and the front office have more work to do before Tuesday, when the roster has to be trimmed to 53 players. (Mike Stewart/AP)
By AJC Sports
Aug 23, 2025

The Falcons announced several roster moves Saturday to help trim the roster to 53 ahead of Tuesday’s deadline.

Among the cuts are quarterback Ben DiNucci, who was signed this week, along with offensive lineman Matthew Cindric, running back Elijah Dotson, defensive lineman Morgan Fox and cornerback Lamar Jackson.

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Atlanta also parted ways with tight end Nikola Kalinic, edge Ronnie Perkins, safety Josh Thompson, linebackers Caleb Johnson and Nick Kubitz and receivers Jesse Matthews and Quincy Skinner Jr.

Also, offensive lineman Jake Hanson was placed on the reserve/injured list.

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