Another Falcons collapse: Foles' 3 TDs lead 30-26 Bears win
The Atlanta Falcons have suffered another historic collapseSEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • Associated Press
FOYESADE OLUOKUN
108 TCKL •
1 INT •
1 SCK
108 TCKL
1 INT
1 SCK
Falcons missing 6 starters vs Bears, including Julio Jones
The winless Atlanta Falcons are missing six starters for their game against the Chicago Bears, including star receiver Julio JonesSEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • Associated Press
Lions WR Golladay makes 2020 debut; Bucs' Godwin also active
Detroit’s Kenny Golladay and Tampa Bay’s Chris Godwin are a couple of noteworthy receivers returning to action in Sunday’s late gamesSEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • Associated Press
Out against Bears Oluokun (hamstring) has been listed among Atlanta's inactive players for Sunday's showdown with the Bears.
Impact The 25-year-old linebacker made an incredible impact in the early going against Dallas last week, forcing three fumbles on 18 defensive snaps. Oluokun was forced to exit the game due to cramping, but limited practice sessions Thursday and Friday provided optimism that he may be able to play against Chicago. With this update on his status, the Falcons are left thin at linebacker, and will now have to rely on fourth-round rookie Mykal Walker in a more integral role.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons' Julio Jones still has chance to play against Bears
The Atlanta Falcons’ secondary will be without safety Ricardo Allen and cornerback Kendall Sheffield in Sunday’s game against the Chicago BearsSEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • Associated Press
Deemed questionable for Sunday Oluokun (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Bears, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact Oluokun logged limited practices Thursday and Friday, so he could miss the first game of his NFL career. The third-year pro exited early in Week 2 after logging 18 defensive snaps, six tackles and three forced fumbles, but he'll likely handle a full workload if he's healthy. If he's forced to sit out, however, expect LaRoy Reynolds to start at outside linebacker.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Out Wednesday Oluokun (hamstring) did not participate during Wednesday's practice session, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact The Yale product has been impactful in the early going of his third pro campaign, recording six tackles and an onside kick recovery in the season opener against Seattle, as well as six tackles and an incredible three forced fumbles (on 18 defensive snaps) against the Cowboys on Sunday. Oluokun dealt with cramps as Week 2 wore along and had to be removed from the contest, but coach Dan Quinn has since said that he does not expect the 25-year-old to be out for an extended time. A practice appearance Thursday or Friday would indicate he's trending towards being active for a Week 3 tilt against Chicago.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons still ruffled over epic collapse in Dallas
It was a nightmare scenario for the Atlanta Falcons at the end of their stunning 40-39 loss in DallasSEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • Associated Press
NFL Today, Week 2
NFL Today, Week 2SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • Associated Press
Shouldn't be out long Coach Dan Quinn doesn't believe Oluokun (undisclosed) has a long-term injury, Tori McElhaney of The Athletic reports.
Impact Oluokun apparently left the game due to cramping, and the fact that Quinn reiterated that it wasn't serious is positive news. Wednesday's practice report will be more revealing, but Quinn is expected to provide another update before then.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable to return Oluokun (cramping) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact The third-year linebacker made an immediate impact in Week 2 by causing two first-quarter fumbles, including one on his former high school teammate, Ezekiel Elliott. Oluokun was seen loosening up on a stationary bike on the sideline late in the second quarter, but it remains to be seen if he will retake the field to begin the second half.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Contributes in multiple areas Oluokun collected six total tackles and an onside kick recovery during Sunday's 38-25 loss to the Seahawks.
Impact Oluokun and Younghoe Koo have a magical special-teams rapport working, as the two have collectively accounted for three onside kick recoveries since Week 13 of last season. The third-year linebacker made his presence felt on the defensive side as well Sunday, collecting six-plus tackles for the second time over his past three regular-season appearances. Oluokun was pivotal in helping contain Seattle's potent rushing attack to just 84 rushing yards, and Week 2 presents another formidable opponent, as Atlanta travels to Dallas to take on Ezekiel Elliott and the Cowboys.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Falcons make final cuts to set 53-man roster for opener
The Atlanta Falcons cut former first-round pick Laquon Treadwell and two quarterbacks as they got down to the 53-man roster limit for the regular seasonSEPTEMBER 5, 2020 • Associated Press
Back from COVID-19 list Oluokun was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.
Impact The 2018 sixth-round pick has gained full clearance after spending just four days on the reserve/COVID-19 list. He's on track to start at outside linebacker for Atlanta when the 2020 season kicks off.
AUGUST 5, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
The Latest: LPGA reports no positive COVID tests
The LPGA Tour made it through its second week without any of its players testing positive for the coronavirus at the Marathon ClassicAUGUST 5, 2020 • Associated Press
Gurley celebrates 26th birthday as Falcons' new lead back
Running back Todd Gurley is celebrating his 26th birthday with his new teamAUGUST 3, 2020 • Associated Press
The Latest: Lions put Allison on the reserve/opt-out list
The Detroit Lions put wide receiver Geronimo Allison on the reserve/opt-out listAUGUST 2, 2020 • Associated Press
Lands on COVID-19 list Oluokun (illness) has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The Falcons' starting outside linebacker certainly did not have a positive COVID-19 test -- or recent contact with someone who tested positive -- on his wish list, but unfortunately his 25th birthday has been saddled with disappointing news. Oluokun becomes the sixth Atlanta player to land on the reserve/COVID-19 list since in-person player screenings commenced Monday, and he joins Tyeler Davison as the team's two defensive starters to be sidelined thus far.
AUGUST 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Lands on COVID-19 list Oluokun (illness) has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Impact The Falcons' starting outside linebacker certainly did not have a positive COVID-19 test -- or recent contact with someone who tested positive -- on his wish list, but unfortunately his 25th birthday has been saddled with disappointing news. Oluokun becomes the sixth Atlanta player to land on the reserve/COVID-19 list since in-person player screenings commenced Monday, and he joins Tyeler Davison as the team's two defensive starters to be sidelined thus far.
AUGUST 2, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
