Along with returner Devin Hester and linebacker Brooks Reed, wide receiver Justin Hardy, cornerback Dezmen Southward, linebacker Joplo Bartu, center Gino Gradkowski and tackle Bryce Harris were declared inactive for the Falcons’ season-opener against the Philadelphia Eagles at the George Dome on Monday.

Hester (turf toe) and Reed (groin surgery) were previously declared out of the game by Falcons coach Dan Quinn.