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Drafting a cornerback, Isaiah Oliver's future, evaluating A.J. Terrell's All-Pro year — Falcons Breakdown A.J. Terrell was the star of the secondary this season. The Falcons could add another potential star to their unit in the first-round of the...

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Analyzing Dean Pees nickel rotation, why it's not his ideal scenario after losing Isaiah Oliver The defensive coordinator said he wants a singular player at nickel. It's not a position he wants to rotate the way he has in 2021. Does thi...

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons on upswing under Smith, have cause for encouragement

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OCTOBER 14, 2021 • Associated Press

Falcons without starting S Erik Harris against Jets

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OCTOBER 10, 2021 • Associated Press

Falcons, Jets decline 'bowl-week' approach to London game

The Atlanta Falcons and New York Jets each chose to stay at their home practice sites this week before Sunday's game in London

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • Associated Press

Wilson, Jets face Ryan, Falcons in London clash of 1-3 teams

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OCTOBER 7, 2021 • Associated Press

Done for season Oliver (knee) will undergo surgery and miss the rest of the 2021 season, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Oliver suffered the injury during Sunday's loss to Washington and was placed on injured reserve earlier Tuesday. The 25-year-old finishes 2021 with 11 tackles (seven solo), three passes defensed and a forced fumble in four games.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons place CB Oliver, punter Nizialek on injured reserve

The Atlanta Falcons have placed cornerback Isaiah Oliver and punter Cameron Nizialek on injured reserve

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Placed on IR The Falcons placed Oliver (knee) on injured reserve Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Oliver will be forced to miss at least the next three weeks after the move to IR, but he could be sidelined longer. The 25-year-old corner registered 11 tackles, three pass deflections, one forced fumble and one fumble recovery over the first four games of the season. During his absence, expected A.J. Terrell and T.J. Green to see increased playing time.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons fizzle with Patterson on sideline late in game

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OCTOBER 4, 2021 • Associated Press

Houdini Heinicke: Washington beats Falcons 34-30 on late TD

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OCTOBER 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Doubtful to return Sunday Oliver (knee) is doubtful to return to Sunday's contest against Washington, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Oliver suffered a knee injury during the first half of Week 4. The 25-year-old corner played 52 defensive snaps for the Falcons in Week 3. A.J. Terrell and T.J. Green will likely see increased roles during Oliver's absence.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 3, 2021 • Associated Press

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • Associated Press

Inside-out? Isaiah Oliver’s versatility gives Falcons secondary options Falcons cornerback showed during last NFL season he’s capable of playing outside or in the slot

JUNE 4, 2021 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Ends 2020 campaign with 70 tackles Oliver collected two tackles (including one for loss) during last Sunday's 44-27 loss to the Buccaneers, and he wrapped up the 2020 campaign with 70 tackles, six pass deflections,...

Impact Oliver has been unable to collect an interception over 188 coverage targets the past two seasons, surrendering 12 passing touchdowns and 8.8 yards per target. The Colorado standout went without a game absence between 2019 and 2020, but he also conceded a passer rating of 113 or higher in each season. That's after Oliver held opponents to an 89.1 passer rating and two TDs (over 27 targets) his rookie year. The 2018 second-round draft choice is under contract with Atlanta for one more season before potentially becoming an unrestricted free agent in 2022.

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Oliver (cramps) is not listed on Wednesday's injury report, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Oliver left last weekend's loss to the Buccaneers in the second half due to cramps, but it appears that the issue hasn't carried over to practice. He's set to suit up against the Chiefs on Sunday, and if Darqueze Dennard (quadriceps) misses another contest, Oliver could benefit from increased snaps.

DECEMBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Perplexing Falcons reach 10 losses with another blown lead

The Atlanta Falcons have reached 10 losses for the first time since 2014

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • Associated Press

Falcons endure familiar, disappointing theme in loss to Bucs

Interim coach Raheem Morris knew the Falcons were in trouble as soon as he saw Tyler Hall line up against Antonio Brown

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • Associated Press

Second-half cramping issue arises Oliver (cramps) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact The Colorado product has avoided a game absence all season, and he's only missed two total contests since entering the league in 2018. Oliver had made his presence felt by racking up six tackles prior to his second-half exit.

DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Notches first career sack on TNF Oliver collected three total tackles and one sack during Thursday's 25-17 win against the Panthers.

Impact Oliver came firing off the edge on a third-down play in the final minute of the first quarter, sacking Teddy Bridgewater for a 12-yard loss to force a Carolina punt. Though the third-year cornerback was able to come away with his first career sack Thursday night, and an important one at that, he has continued to struggle as a cover man. So far in 2020, Oliver is surrendering a career-worst 71.4 percent completion rate while allowing four TDs on 49 targets.

OCTOBER 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Foles rekindles Super Bowl magic in stunning win vs Falcons

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2020 • Associated Press

Another Falcons collapse: Foles' 3 TDs lead 30-26 Bears win

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