Falcons Schedule and Inactives Ahead of Matchup Against Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Falcons Schedule: Inactives List Analysis
ATLANTA — For the first time this season, the Falcons have kept rookie defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro active on game day. After being drafted in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft, Orhorhoro had not made his Falcons regular season debut yet, as he was listed as a healthy scratch for the first four games.
This active status means that the Falcons had to make critical decisions about the inactives list. Defensive lineman Kentavius Street is set to be inactive, despite having played a rotational role in the team's initial games.
Key Player Updates
- Rookie defensive lineman Brandon Dorlus is also inactive.
- Running back Jase McClellan joins the inactive list.
- Linebacker Troy Andersen is officially ruled out due to a knee injury.
With Nate Landman still on injured reserve, rookie inside linebacker JD Bertrand is expected to play alongside Kaden Elliss. On the offensive side, the Falcons elevated guard/center Matt Hennessy from the practice squad, bolstering their depth on the line.
Inactives List
- RB Jase McClellan
- ILB Troy Andersen
- DL Brandon Dorlus
- OL Jovaughn Gwyn
- OL Elijah Wilkinson
- T Brandon Parker
- DL Kentavius Street
These changes reflect the Falcons' strategy heading into tonight's crucial matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
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