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Falcons make practice squad moves

An Atlanta Falcons helmet is shown during their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)

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An Atlanta Falcons helmet is shown during their game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, on Friday, Aug. 23, 2024, in Atlanta. (Jason Getz / AJC)
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Oct 22, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH -- Veteran linebacker Rashaan Evans and offensive tackle Tyrone Wheatley Jr. were signed to the Falcons practice squad on Monday.

Offensive tackle Coy Cronk and inside linebacker Monty Rice, a former Georgia standout, were released. Also, linebacker Milo Eifler was released from injured reserve.

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