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Falcons Place Walker on IR, Claim Smith

Published August 6, 2026 · Updated August 6, 2026 · NBC Sports

The Falcons have placed linebacker Jalon Walker on injured reserve after he tore his ACL in practice this week, while also claiming defensive back Keidron Smith off waivers.

The Falcons officially ended Jalon Walker's season by placing him on injured reserve following a torn ACL suffered during practice this week. The 2025 first-round pick will undergo surgery and work his way back to health for his third season with the team.

The team has filled the roster spot by claiming defensive back Keidron Smith off waivers. Smith was cut by the Jets on Wednesday and previously played for both the Jets and Broncos, recording 22 tackles across 12 games last season. capturengo.org

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