The s play their 2026 season opener in 5 days, however they aren't performed tinkering with the roster simply but. The crew hosted veteran defensive sort out s for a exercise on Tuesday, in response to ESPN reporter Marc Raimondi.
Pickens, a former South Carolina standout, was chosen by the s within the third spherical of the 2023 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-4, 300-pound defensive sort out spent simply two seasons in Chicago earlier than touchdown with the Kansas Metropolis Chiefs in 2025.
The 26-year-old has appeared in 29 profession video games, together with three begins, over three NFL seasons with the Bears and Chiefs. Pickens has recorded 44 tackles (20 solo), 1.5 sacks, one compelled fumble and 4 QB hits since coming into the league in 2023.
The s received a go to from DT Zachh Pickens at this time. Former Bears third-round choose.
— Marc Raimondi (@marcraimondi) 6
The Falcons not too long ago acquired defensive sort out r in a commerce with the Bears, and it will make sense for the crew to signal Pickens for added depth alongside the entrance seven. Dexter was not listed as a starter on the crew's Week 1 depth chart.
Defensive sort out LaCale London was listed forward of Dexter, and whereas this will likely seem to be a shock, the veteran has quietly performed very nicely for Atlanta. London had 5 sacks final season.
Be certain to take a look at the Falcons' newest t and up to date r coming into their Week 1 matchup in opposition to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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