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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons have made several roster moves before Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. Atlanta has activated linebacker Nate Landman from injured reserve, ending his four-week absence after battling quad and calf injuries to start the season.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / October 11

Falcons release former second-round pick Kevin King

Ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the Carolina Panthers, the Falcons announced they have released cornerback Kevin King. King was a second-round pick by the Green Bay Packers in 2017, but his career has mostly been plagued by injuries and inconsistencies.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / September 16

Falcons Place Starting LB on Injured Reserve, Sign DB

The Atlanta Falcons made three roster moves before Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles, one of which involves the long-term absence of a key defensive starter.

NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 8

Falcons Add Big-Name CB for Steelers Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers are waiting on final word about their quarterback, but in the meantime, they're preparing for all aspects of the Atlanta Falcons, and making roster moves to finalize their Week 1 team.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / September 7

Falcons elevate WR Chris Blair and CB Kevin King from practice squad to active roster for Week 1 vs. Steelers

The two are standard practice squad elevations for the home opener. The Falcons announced Saturday that cornerback Kevin King and wide receiver Chris Blair have been elevated from the practice squad to the active roster.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26

16 NFC players who surprisingly may make their team's roster

Here are NFC players whom Yardbarker NFL writers expect to survive Tuesday's cutdown date.

49ers star OL continues contract holdout that could impact the team

Jets-San Francisco Week 1 'MNF' matchup is set to make NFL history

Seahawks add some defensive line depth in trade with Jaguars

Rams have communicated with teams over trade involving Ernest Jones

L.A. Pro Bowler returns to practice

Buccaneers RB expected to miss season

Atlanta Falcons News / PewterReport.com / July 27

Ranking The NFC South: Cornerback

Every Wednesday from now until preseason I’ll be going through each position group in the NFC South. I’ll rank them from worst to first. Here is a list of the positions already covered: Quarterbacks Running Backs Wide Receivers Tight Ends Offensive Tackles Offensive Guards Centers Defensive Tackles Edge Linebackers We now move on to cornerbacks.

Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 25

Atlanta Falcons Training Camp Notes: Rookie Report, Defensive Surprises

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons began training camp practice Thursday at IBM Performance Field, marking the start of a six-week ramp-up period before the regular season arrives.

Atlanta Falcons News / Vikings Territory / June 17

Former Viking Quietly Joined Falcons

The sage continues for Harrison Hand. The 25-year-old found a new NFL destination last week, joining the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year deal. KPRC2 Aaron

NFL News / Green Bay Packers on SI / June 14

PFF Player Ratings Illustrate Worst Packers Blunder Since King/Watt

April 27, 2017, will be a day that will live in infamy. Well, Green Bay Packers draft infamy. The late Ted Thompson built a perennial championship contender during his long run as Packers general manager by routinely assembling solid draft classes.

Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / May 23

Breaking down the youth versus veteran clash to come for the Falcons at cornerback

There have been plenty of additions to cornerback, but it’s not clear that it will transform the starting lineup. If the safety position barely changed this offseason, the cornerback position actually changed quite a bit for the Atlanta Falcons.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFL on ClutchPoints / May 7

3 free agents Falcons must target after 2024 NFL Draft

We are now rapidly passing through each and every phase of the NFL calendar year, making our way to the eagerly awaited 2024 season. Free agency started back in March, the 2024 NFL Draft just concluded in April, and now we look forward to OTAs and minicamps coming at the end of May.

Atlanta Falcons News / SportsTalkATL / May 6

Falcons make PFF’s list of most and least improved units after the 2024 NFL Draft

The Falcons came into the NFL Draft with two glaring holes that most pundits believed they’d address with their four picks in the top 100. Atlanta needed another cornerback as well as multiple defensive linemen.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8

Former second-round pick looks to resurrect career with Falcons

He played five seasons in Green Bay and submitted his best year in 2019, recording five interceptions (tops on the team) and 15 passes defended (second on the team).

Kirk Cousins reveals why he didn’t take #8 from Kyle Pitts

Falcons swing blockbuster trade, select Marvin Harrison Jr. in latest mock draft

What is the best case scenario for Falcons pass rush in 2024?

How hard is it to replace an NFL franchise QB?

The 'Two or more touchdown catches in the Super Bowl' quiz

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 8

Veteran CB to make NFL return with Falcons

Sidelined for the past two seasons, Kevin King is set to make an NFL return in 2024.

Potential top Falcons draft pick compared to Vic Beasley

Another potential Falcons free agent target is off the market

The best NFL teams that never made it to a Super Bowl

NFL News / Gridiron Heroics / April 8

Atlanta Falcons Sign Former Green Bay Packers 2nd-Round Pick; Hasn’t Played Since 2021 Season

Do the Atlanta Falcons have a Comeback Player of the Year candidate on their hands? The Falcons are signing a former Green Bay Packers player who has missed the previous two seasons due to health concerns.

Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 8

Falcons Signing CB Kevin King

The Falcons announced on Monday that they have signed veteran CB Kevin King to a contract. After remaining unsigned by Week 3 of the 2022 season, King turned down contract offers in order to stay committed to his plan of returning to full health, after dealing with a concussion, COVID-19, hip, knee, and shoulder injuries in 2021.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 21, 2023

Veteran CB's NFL comeback hindered by torn Achilles

Kevin King is one of several veteran corners seeking out their next NFL gig. King will likely have to wait longer than most others to make his next appearance, however, given the nature of his latest injury setback.

Packers eyeing starting role for veteran safety?

Packers coach makes bold comments on QB Jordan Love

Packers QB coach preaches patience with Love

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The 'Five or more seasons with 1,000 receiving yards' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / September 21, 2022

CB Kevin King plans to skip 2022 season, return in ’23

Returning to the league after a full season away is uncommon but far from unprecedented.

NFL teams that made three straight conference championship games

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / July 7, 2022

Should Green Bay consider bringing back Kevin King?

At first glance, most Packers fans would see the title of this article and completely disagree with the question. Kevin King was not the best cornerback in Green Bay Packers history.

Would longtime Vikings LB Anthony Barr actually play for Packers?

Would Trey Flowers switch to another NFC North team, sign with the Packers?

Jason Pierre-Paul, Packers could be a fantastic match

Forgotten NFL stars of yesteryear: Defense

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / WI Sports Heroics / May 28, 2022