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

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.

2 DAYS AGO • 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.

4 DAYS AGO • 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.

4 DAYS AGO • 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...

4 DAYS AGO • 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

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

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

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

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