Atlanta, GA, September 13, 2025
News Summary
The Atlanta Falcons made key roster adjustments before their Week 2 clash with the Minnesota Vikings. Safety Jordan Fuller was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury, while wide receiver David Sills V and kicker Parker Romo were signed to the active roster. The team’s game strategy is evolving as they prepare to face a challenging opponent, with injury updates also affecting rookie players Drake London and Darnell Mooney.
Atlanta – The Atlanta Falcons made significant roster changes ahead of their Week 2 match against the Minnesota Vikings, including placing safety Jordan Fuller on injured reserve due to a knee injury. Fuller, who did not participate in practice all week, was ruled out for the game. In the previous matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he played only one defensive snap and contributed 16 plays on special teams.
Fuller, an offseason signing for the Falcons, has five years of NFL experience, having started in 55 of 57 career games. He previously played with the Los Angeles Rams before a brief stint with the Carolina Panthers. He has recorded seven career interceptions, including three in both the 2020 and 2023 seasons.
To fill the gap left by Fuller, the Falcons announced the signing of wide receiver David Sills V to their 53-man roster. Sills, who originally made the team’s roster after training camp, was released in Week 1 but later rejoined the practice squad. He was elevated last Sunday and participated in two offensive snaps during the game against the Buccaneers, though he did not have any official stats.
Before joining the Falcons, Sills had 16 career appearances with the Denver Broncos and the New York Giants. His best season came in 2022, during which he made 11 catches for a total of 106 yards across nine games.
Additionally, kicker Parker Romo has been elevated from the practice squad to the active roster in response to Younghoe Koo’s struggles in the previous game, where he missed a crucial 44-yard field goal attempt. Koo will not travel with the team to Minnesota for the game. Romo played four games with the Minnesota Vikings last season, where he successfully converted 11 of 12 field goal attempts, with his only miss being from 43 yards.
The Falcons’ matchup against the Vikings is scheduled to kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Stadium, and the game will be broadcasted on NBC. For this game, teams are permitted to elevate two players from their practice squad, with each player allowed to be elevated up to three times during the season before needing a permanent spot on the 53-man roster.
In addition to these roster movements, injury updates surfaced concerning two rookie defenders who have been listed as questionable for the game. Both wide receiver Drake London and running back Darnell Mooney are managing shoulder injuries but participated in practice this week, indicating a possibility of their availability for the upcoming game.
As the Falcons head into a critical week, these changes reflect their strategy to adapt to injuries and maximize their chances of success against a formidable opponent.
FAQ
1. Why was Jordan Fuller placed on injured reserve?
Jordan Fuller was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury that prevented him from participating in practice throughout the week.
2. Who has been signed to replace Fuller?
Wide receiver David Sills V has been signed to the 53-man roster to fill the gap left by Fuller.
3. What happened to Younghoe Koo?
Kicker Younghoe Koo struggled in the previous game, missing a critical field goal attempt, and will not travel with the team for the game.
4. Who is replacing Koo at kicker?
Parker Romo has been elevated from the practice squad to the active roster to take Koo’s place as the kicker.
5. What time is the Falcons vs Vikings game?
The game is set to kick off at 8:20 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Key Features Overview
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Jordan Fuller | Placed on injured reserve due to knee injury |
| David Sills V | Signed to 53-man roster after initial release and later elevated from practice squad |
| Parker Romo | Elevated to kicker position following Koo’s missed field goal and absence from travel |
| Game Details | Kickoff against the Minnesota Vikings at 8:20 p.m. ET at U.S. Bank Stadium |
| Injury Updates | Drake London and Darnell Mooney managing shoulder injuries but participated in practice |
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Additional Resources
- Atlanta Falcons – Roster Changes
- Wikipedia: Atlanta Falcons
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- Google Search: Atlanta Falcons news
- Sports Illustrated – Falcons Sign Johnson
- Encyclopedia Britannica: National Football League
- Titans Wire – Titans Roster Moves
- Google News: Falcons roster updates
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