Falcons sign Chris Williamson to practice squad
Cornerback Chris Williamson, who played at Gainesville High, Florida and Minnesota, was signed to the Falcons’ practice squad Wednesday.
Williamson was originally selected by the New York Giants in the seventh round (247th overall) of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Minnesota. The Gainesville, Ga., native also played two seasons (2015-16) at Florida.
The Falcons released defensive back Shyheim Carter on Tuesday.
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