Atlanta Falcons Finalize Initial 2025 Roster Ahead of Week 1

The Atlanta Falcons have finalized their initial 2025 roster ahead of Week 1, trimming down to meet NFL requirements. It’s always a tough cut-down day across the league, but the Falcons now have their foundation set as Raheem Morris enters his second season back at the helm.

Here’s how the 53-man roster shakes out:

Quarterbacks (2)

Michael Penix Jr.

Kirk Cousins

No surprise here. Penix is expected to be the QB1 for the Falcons’ 2025 season, with Kirk Cousins serving as his backup. The Falcons have expressed confidence in Penix, and he enters the year with a promising supporting cast, including Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Kyle Pitts.

Running Backs (3)

Bijan Robinson

Tyler Allgeier

Nathan Carter

Robinson headlines the group, poised for a breakout season as the centerpiece of Zac Robinson’s offense. Allgeier provides a reliable power option, and rookie Nathan Carter earned his spot after a strong preseason showing.

Wide Receivers (7)

Drake London

Darnell Mooney

Jamal Agnew

Ray-Ray McCloud III

David Sills V

KhaDarel Hodge

Casey Washington

London and Mooney form a formidable one-two punch, while Agnew and McCloud bring return-game juice. Sills, Hodge, and Washington round out the depth, giving Atlanta a mix of size, speed, and special-teams value.

Tight Ends (4)

Kyle Pitts Sr.

Charlie Woerner

Teagan Quitoriano

Feleipe Franks

Pitts headlines the group, healthy and ready to be featured again in the passing game. Woerner and Quitoriano add blocking muscle, while Franks continues to be a versatile piece who can fill multiple roles.

Offensive Line (8)

Jake Matthews

Matthew Bergeron

Chris Lindstrom

Ryan Neuzil

Kyle Hinton

Elijah Wilkinson

Jovaughn Gwyn

Jack Nelson

The veteran anchors—Matthews and Lindstrom—set the tone. Bergeron looks ready for a second-year leap, while Nelson, the rookie, provides depth and long-term upside.

Defensive Line (5)

David Onyemata

Zach Harrison

Brandon Dorlus

LaCale London

Ruke Orhorhoro

Onyemata leads a physical unit that mixes experience with youth. Harrison, Orhorhoro, and Dorlus bring size and athleticism, giving defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake plenty of rotational options.

Edge Rushers (6)

Arnold Ebiketie

Leonard Floyd

DeAngelo Malone

James Pearce Jr.

Bralen Trice

This group is loaded with both proven talent and young promise. Floyd adds veteran savvy, Ebiketie is expected to take another step, and first-rounder James Pearce Jr. has flashed the kind of upside that could transform Atlanta’s pass rush.

Inside Linebackers (4)

Kaden Elliss

Divine Deablo

JD Bertrand

Josh Woods

Elliss remains the captain of the defense, while Deablo’s physicality fits perfectly in the middle. Rookie Bertrand earned his way on as a downhill thumper.

Cornerbacks (7)

A.J. Terrell Jr.

Clark Phillips III

Mike Hughes

Dee Alford

Mike Ford Jr.

Billy Bowman Jr.

Natrone Brooks

Terrell locks down one side of the field, while Phillips looks ready for a bigger role in Year 2. Hughes and Alford provide depth and versatility, and rookie Bowman was one of camp’s biggest risers.

Safeties (3)

Jessie Bates III

DeMarcco Hellams

Xavier Watts

Bates remains the leader of the secondary. Hellams has carved out a role with his physical play, and rookie Watts will get developmental snaps early.

Specialists (3)

Younghoe Koo (K)

Bradley Pinion (P)

Liam McCullough (LS)

As expected, the Falcons stick with their trusted trio to handle the kicking game.

The Falcons made their share of tough calls to get down to 53, but this roster has balance—experienced vets at key spots mixed with promising rookies who flashed throughout camp. With Penix now stepping into the starting role, Bijan ready for a heavy workload, and an upgraded pass rush, Atlanta enters 2025 looking like a team on the rise in the NFC South.