Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta Falcons

Falcons sign nine to reserve/futures contracts

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert looks to pass under pressure from Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Malveaux during the first quarter in a NFL preseason game on Thursday, August 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Credit: ccompton@ajc.com

Credit: ccompton@ajc.com

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kurt Benkert looks to pass under pressure from Miami Dolphins defensive end Cameron Malveaux during the first quarter in a NFL preseason game on Thursday, August 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
By
Dec 31, 2018

The Falcons signed nine players to reserve/futures contracts on Monday, the team announced.

The contract gives the team the claiming rights for the player next season. Only players not on an active roster at the end of Week 17 are eligible. They will count against the 90-man roster when it is announced.

Those who signed are quarterback Kurt Benkert, wide receiver Christian Blake, corner back Taveze Calhoun, linebacker Jermaine Grace, tight end Jaeden Graham, tight end Alex Gray, wide receiver Devin Gray, offensive lineman Sean Harlow and defensive lineman Jacon Tuioti-Mariner.

About the Author

D. Orlando Ledbetter, Esq. is the award-winning Atlanta Falcons beat writer for the newspaper and has been on the staff since 2003. D. Orlando strives to provide inside information into the Falcons and the NFL. He finds the most joy in providing insight into the team, coaching moves, offseason business moves, draft and games.

Follow D. Orlando Ledbetter on facebookFollow D. Orlando Ledbetter on twitter
More Stories

Keep Reading

Former Falcons great John Abraham, at the age of 47, went back to school to earn his bachelor's degree from the University of South Carolina.

Credit: Courtesy of the Abraham family

Ex-Falcons sackmaster John Abraham went back to school to earn his college degree

‘Like a kid going to the toy store’: Why Falcons’ rookies have coaches excited

The Falcons' Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. already are making an impression on their coaches.

Four takeaways from first week of Falcons’ offseason program

From expectations surrounding the rookie class to veterans taking their play to the next level.

The Latest

Former Falcons great John Abraham, at the age of 47, went back to school to earn his bachelor's degree from the University of South Carolina.

Credit: Courtesy of the Abraham family

Ex-Falcons sackmaster John Abraham went back to school to earn his college degree

It’s time for Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr. to take the reins

Four takeaways from first week of Falcons’ offseason program

Featured

High tide flooding in the Hogg Hummock Community on Sapelo Island threatens the residents' way of life. (Justin Taylor for the AJC)

Credit: Justin Taylor for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Saving Sapelo: Can a historic Black community stay above the waves?

Rising sea levels are forcing communities up and down the East Coast to adapt. With its meager infrastructure, few are as vulnerable as Hogg Hummock.

Midtown Atlanta eyesore acquired for future park in eight-figure deal

The Midtown Improvement District closed on its purchase of the 4-acre undeveloped lot at 98 14th St.

MARTA boss: Safety is a ‘north star’ focus as transit agency tries to attract more riders

Safety is part of a trifecta of factors CEO Collie Greenwood says is key, but incidents like the May 18 shooting on a train near the East Point station showcase the challenge.