The Falcons are thrilled to welcome back inside linebacker Nate Landman to the practice field, as announced by the team on this glorious Monday.
Landman’s Injury Odyssey
In a tale of grit and determination, Landman was placed on injured reserve on September 18 after valiantly pushing through a quad injury that lingered from the preseason. Like a seasoned matador facing down a charging bull, he persevered through the pain and suited up for the season opener. There, he became an iron wall, playing a crucial role by participating in 54% of the defensive snaps and delivering a jaw-dropping stop on a pivotal fourth-and-one play in the fourth quarter—an act that could only be compared to pulling a rabbit out of a hat.
Yet, as life often serves us a slice of irony, Landman’s triumphant run was cut short by a calf injury, benching him for four games. But like a phoenix rising from the ashes, he now makes his return!
Fresh Faces on the Roster
And that’s not all, folks! The Falcons have also catered to their aerial ambitions by signing tight end Armani Rogers to the practice squad.
Rogers first caught the league’s attention when he inked his name with the Commanders following the 2022 draft. In a whirlwind of a debut season, he made his presence felt across 11 games, seizing the spotlight with three starts and amassing five catches for 64 yards. However, fate dealt him a tough hand, sidelining him for the 2023 season due to an injury. Undeterred, like a seasoned traveler drawn ever onward, he found temporary shelter with the Eagles during the 2024 offseason.
With Landman’s return and Rogers’ fresh start, it seems the Falcons are setting the stage for a captivating drama this NFL season. Stay tuned, as the script of the gridiron continues to unfold!
