Atlanta Falcons
Johnson, Olatoye signed to practice squad
Sept 5, 2016
Running back Gus Johnson and cornerback Deji Olatoye were added to the Falcons’ practice squad on Monday.
Johnson was with the team over the offseason. He was released on the cut down to 75 players.
Olatoye, who played at North Carolina A&T, has spent time with Baltimore, Kansas City and Dallas.
The Falcons signed wide receiver J.D. McKissic, defensive end Nordly Capi, cornerback Devonte Johnson, nose tackle Joey Mbu, safety Sharrod Neasman, quarterback Matt Simms and tight end D.J. Tialavea to the practice squad on Sunday.
The Falcons have filled 9 of 10 practice squad spots.
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