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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

Moved to IR The Falcons placed Bowman (Achilles) on injured reserve Saturday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Impact Bowman suffered an Achilles injury during Atlanta's walkthrough Friday, and the issue is serious enough for him to land on IR. As a result, he'll miss at least the next four games, though his absence may extend longer given the nature of the injury. The Falcons signed cornerback Cobee Bryant to the 53-man roster Saturday to help absorb the loss of Bowman. Dee Alford may see the biggest jump in defensive snaps following Bowman's injury.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons rocked by brutal injury news as breakout rookie's season hangs in the balance As if the injury woes couldn't get woes for the Atlanta Falcons, Billy Bowman Jr. is the latest starter to be ruled out for Week 12 against...

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Hurts Achilles during walkthrough Bowman suffered an Achilles injury during Friday's walkthrough and won't play Sunday against the Saints, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Head coach Raheem Morris said Bowman's injury "is not good," which may be hinting at an extensive absence to come, but for now, Bowman has only been ruled out through Sunday's game. Mike Ford could be in line to take over as Atlanta's nickel cornerback.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records sack Sunday Bowman recorded four tackles (four solo) including 1.0 sacks during Sunday's 30-27 overtime loss versus the Panthers.

Impact Carolina quarterback Bryce Young was sacked five times in Week 11, including the first full sack of Bowman's young career. While the rookie has certainly shown some promise for Atlanta, his somewhat limited role as a nickel corner isn't translating to IDP viability in most formats.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Reeling Falcons keep coming up short in big moments as losing streak hits 5 games

The Atlanta Falcons have faced tough losses for three straight weeks, narrowly missing wins that extended their losing streak to five games

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs five tackles in return Bowman recorded five tackles (one solo) during Atlanta's loss to the Colts on Sunday.

Impact Bowman was sidelined for the past four weeks with a hamstring injury but ended up having a solid outing in his return. The rookie fourth-round pick will look to build on this performance and continue producing during the team's Week 11 matchup versus the Panthers.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons must fix offensive issues, starting with Michael Penix Jr., to snap losing streak

The Falcons’ losing streak has reached four games after Atlanta came up just short for the second consecutive week against one of the AFC’s top teams

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons players to see video about Jesse Owens' feats at 1936 Berlin Olympics

Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris has prepared a video to show his players in case they need to get up to speed on Jesse Owens’ accomplishments at the 1936 Berlin Olympics

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

On track for Week 10 return Bowman (hamstring) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The rookie fourth-rounder has missed the last four games while nursing a hamstring injury, but his ability to practice in full Wednesday indicates that he is on track to return against the Colts on Sunday. Bowman had a sizeable role in the Falcons' secondary prior to his injury, so his return could result in Dee Alford reverting to a depth role and special teams contributor.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out in Week 9 Bowman (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Patriots, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The rookie safety from Oklahoma is now in line to miss his fourth consecutive game due to a hamstring injury. Across his first four career NFL games, Bowman tallied 17 total tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and two passes defended, with one interception. While he remains out in Week 9, expect Dee Alford to operate as the Falcons' top slot corner.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Wednesday's practice Bowman (hamstring) was a limited participant in Atlanta's practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Impact Bowman was sidelined for the past three games but managed to return to practice Wednesday, albeit in a limited capacity. If he ends up being good to go for Sunday's matchup versus New England, the 22-year-old will likely resume his role as the team's starting slot cornerback.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons look for answers after 2nd consecutive loss

When the Atlanta Falcons last left Mercedes-Benz Stadium, they had just finished off an impressive 24-14 “Monday Night Football” win over the Buffalo Bills on Oct. 13

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Tua Tagovailoa throws 4 TD passes as Dolphins overwhelm Falcons 34-10 to end 3-game losing streak

Tua Tagovailoa threw a season-high four touchdown passes and the Miami Dolphins ended their three-game losing streak by dominating the short-handed Atlanta Falcons 34-10

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Bowman (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Bowman didn't practice all week and missed Atlanta's last two games due to a hamstring injury, so it's no surprise he'll be sidelined again Sunday. The rookie safety from Oklahoma has tallied 17 total tackles and two passes defended, including one interception, and one forced fumble across four games this season. While he's out in Week 8, expect Dee Alford to draw another start at slot corner.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Thursday's practice Bowman (hamstring) did not participate in Thursday's practice.

Impact Bowman has been listed as a DNP for the first two practices of the week and has missed the Falcons' last two games due to a hamstring injury. He would have to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday to have a realistic chance of returning Sunday against the Dolphins.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons looking for red zone fixes in home game against reeling Dolphins

The Atlanta Falcons are looking for better red zone execution

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Turnover-plagued Tagovailoa and Dolphins are looking to end 3-game skid in visit to Falcons

Miami quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who shares the NFL lead with 10 interceptions, will be looking to avoid turnovers when the Dolphins visit the Atlanta Falcons

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Sits out practice Wednesday Bowman (hamstring) did not practice Wednesday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bowman hasn't played since Week 4. The rookie cornerback had taken on a significant role before getting hurt, logging at least 66 percent of Atlanta's defensive snaps in each of the four contests in which he suited up. Bowman will almost certainly need to get back on the practice field in some capacity this week to have a chance of returning Sunday against Miami.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined for Week 7 Bowman (hamstring) won't play Sunday against the 49ers, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman will miss a second consecutive game, with Week 8 against the Dolphins representing his next chance to suit up. The rookie fourth-round pick has 17 tackles (10 solo) through four appearances.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons visit the injury-riddled 49ers in search of a third straight win

The Atlanta Falcons face the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday night

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Deemed DNP for Wednesday's practice Bowman (hamstring) was estimated as a non-participant in practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Bowman was unable to suit up on Monday Night Football versus Buffalo due to a hamstring injury. The Falcons held a walkthrough Wednesday, so his status as a non-participant is an estimate. Bowman will have two more chances to practice this week ahead of Sunday's Week 7 matchup in San Francisco. If he can't suit up for that game, Dee Alford could absorb most of his defensive snaps.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons ride Robinson's 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and Bills

Bijan Robinson matched a career high with 170 rushing yards and the Atlanta Falcons denied Josh Allen’s comeback attempt to beat the Buffalo Bills 24-14

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

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