Billy Bowman Jr. - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Unavailable for Week 7 Bowman (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman was removed from the Falcons' Week 6 loss against the Bears and did not return due to a hamstring injury, which also prevented him from practicing during Week 7 prep. His absence means Sydney Brown should see an uptick in defensive snaps during Sunday's contest, and Bowman's next chance to play is Week 8 against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Nov. 1.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to return Sunday Bowman (hamstring) is doubtful to return to Sunday's game against Atlanta, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman suffered a hamstring injury in the second half of Sunday's contest and is not expected to return. If Bowman can't get back on the field in Week 6, Dee Alford should fill most of the void the rest of the way.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Billy Bowman Jr. came back at the perfect time for depleted Falcons' secondary Billy Bowman Jr. made his return when the depleted Atlanta Falcons' secondary needed him most.

SEPTEMBER 28 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Key Falcons Defender Returns to Action, 2 Quarterbacks Left Inactive vs. Packers The Atlanta Falcons will have nickel Billy Bowman Jr. back on the game-day roster. They also elevated another defender from the practice squ...

SEPTEMBER 24 • SI.COM

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Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Javon Hargrave is active for Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons after missing one game

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Cleared to play in Week 3 Bowman (Achilles) is available for Thursday's game versus the Packers.

Impact Bowman sustained a season-ending Achilles injury ahead of the Week 12 meeting with the Saints during the 2025 campaign. It's unknown if the 23-year-old will be eased back into action. However, Bowman's return, even if it's in a limited capacity, couldn't come at a better time, considering A.J. Terrell (groin) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday. The 2025 No. 118 overall pick finished his inaugural year by accruing 26 total tackles (15 solo), 1.5 sacks, one interception and one pass defended in six regular-season games.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Bowman (Achilles) is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game at Green Bay, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Atlanta only held a walkthrough practice Wednesday, but Bowman was estimated as a full participant, so it seems he's trending in a positive direction ahead of gameday. If he's not able to make his 2026 debut in Week 3, however, rookie second-rounder Avieon Terrell could continue to see an expanded role in the secondary.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined versus Carolina Bowman (Achilles) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Panthers.

Impact Despite logging a full practice Friday, Bowman won't suit up for the Week 2 meeting with Carolina. With A.J. Terrell (shoulder) questionable, Atlanta may need more involvement from Avieon Terrell and C.J. Henderson.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Takes a step back Bowman (Achilles) was a limited participant in practice Thursday after participating in full a day earlier, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman passed a physical at the end of training camp, got taken off the active/PUP list and logged limited practices ahead of Week 1, but he still had to sit out of Atlanta's loss to Pittsburgh. The starting slot corner's limited participation Thursday might just be a precaution ahead of Sunday's matchup with Carolina, but if he has to miss the game, Sydney Brown should be in line to step forward in his place.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Wednesday Bowman (Achilles) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman sat out Week 1, as he was still recovering from the Achilles tear he suffered in November of last year, but it looks like he should end up being available in Week 2. He figures to play a major role in Atlanta's secondary in 2026.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Sunday Bowman (Achilles) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman is still being limited in practice as he recovers from the Achilles tear he sustained in November. The safety is not quite ready to get back on the field, but if he keeps stringing together practices, he may be able to suit up for the Falcons' Week 2 showdown with the Panthers.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Billy Bowman Jr. Ready to be Impact Player again for Atlanta Falcons Atlanta Falcons nickel Billy Bowman Jr. played in just six games as a rookie, but when he was out there, his presence was felt.

SEPTEMBER 10 • SI.COM

Limited in Wednesday's practice Bowman (Achilles) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman was removed from the active/PUP list at the end of training camp after clearing his physical, but his workload is still being limited as he continues to recover from a torn Achilles that he suffered in November of last year. His practice participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his status heading into the Falcons' regular-season opener against the Steelers on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Billy Bowman Jr. is back at practice, and he doesn't take it for granted An unexpected Achilles injury forced Bowman to step away from the game he loves, but the months away gave him a perspective he never expecte...

SEPTEMBER 9 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons GM Ian Cunningham Sends Strong Message on Billy Bowman Jr.'s Recovery Atlanta Falcons nickel Billy Bowman Jr. was having a strong rookie season before he was hampered by several injuries, including an Achilles...

SEPTEMBER 3 • SI.COM

Billy Bowman Jr. is fighting his way back, and the Falcons are betting on him Bowman is closing in on a return, so much so the Falcons felt comfortable carrying him on the active roster.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Passes physical, taken off PUP list Bowman (Achilles) passed his physical and was activated from the PUP list,Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Bowman continues to make strides in his return from an Achilles injury, and the passed physical marks another good milestone. Had he landed on PUP, Bowman would have been out for the first four games at a minimum. Now it appears the Falcons are confident that they'll have Bowman back in the fold sooner rather than later, even if his status for Week 1 remains murky.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Promising Billy Bowman Jr. update offers clarity amid Falcons' secondary limbo The Atlanta Falcons kept Billy Bowman Jr. on their initial roster, and now we know exactly why that is.

AUGUST 31 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Starting training camp on PUP The Falcons placed Bowman (Achilles) on the active/PUP list Wednesday.

Impact Bowman continues to progress in his recovery from a torn Achilles that he suffered this past November, and he'll be eligible to participate in training camp practices once he's fully healthy. Bowman was a fourth-round selection of the Falcons in the 2025 NFL Draft and logged 26 tackles (15 solo), including 1.5 sacks, two pass defenses (including one interception) and one forced fumble across six regular-season games prior to his Achilles injury.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Billy Bowman Jr. may make his return sooner than Falcons fans expect Billy Bowman Jr. subtly implied the Atlanta Falcons could get him back sooner rather than later.

JULY 27 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Recovering well from injury Head coach Kevin Stefanski said that Bowman is recovering well from his Achilles injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman is closer to being at full health after suffering a torn Achilles last November. While the 23-year-old will be available for Atlanta's walkthroughs, he still isn't healthy enough to be a full participant in practice.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' Sydney Brown trade sent an unmistakable message to one rookie standout The Atlanta Falcons traded for Sydney Brown for a reason, and giving Billy Bowman Jr. the Clark Phillips treatment could be part of it.

MARCH 20 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

2025 Rookie Class Highlights | Top plays from Atlanta Falcons defensive rookies Watch top plays from defensive rookies James Pearce Jr., Xavier Watts, Jalon Walker, and Billy Bowman Jr. in the 2025 season.

JANUARY 30 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' rookie's promising season comes to an abrupt end after gutting injury update The Atlanta Falcons won in Week 12, but just lost rookie standout Billy Bowman Jr. for the season due to a torn Achilles.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Done for the season Bowman sustained a torn Achilles in practice and will miss the remainder of the season, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The rookie from Oklahoma was placed on the injured reserve list Saturday, and it has since been clarified that he won't return this season. Bowman had a productive first year while on the field, appearing in just six games but recording 26 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, two passes defended, with one interception, and one forced fumble. Expect Dee Alford to operate as Atlanta's top slot defender while Bowman is sidelined for the remainder of the year.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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