Kaden Elliss - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Leading tackler in loss Elliss logged 10 tackles (seven total), with 1.0 sacks, during Atlanta's 42-21 loss versus the Vikings on Sunday.

Impact Elliss had another productive outing despite the loss as he racked up double-digit tackles for the seventh time this season in addition to recording his third sack. The 29-year-old is now just nine tackles shy of his career high 122 set back during last season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kaden Elliss drags down Sam Darnold for Falcons fourth sack of game Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss sacks Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold for a 8-yard loss.

5 DAYS AGO • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Secures sack in loss Elliss recorded five total tackles (three solo), including 1.0 sacks, while also adding a pass defensed in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the Chargers.

Impact Elliss was able to get to quarterback Justin Herbert for his first sack since Week 9 in the loss. The linebacker did see his streak of five straight games with double-digit tackles come to an end though. Elliss has now produced 103 total tackles (60 solo), including 2.0 sacks, while registering two passes defensed and a fumble recovery over 12 games in 2024.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Grady Jarrett, Kaden Elliss dump Justin Herbert for 9-yard sack in first quarter Atlanta Falcons' defensive lineman Grady Jarrett and linebacker Kaden Elliss combine to crush Los Angeles Chargers' quarterback Justin Herbe...

DECEMBER 1 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Records 10 stops against Denver Elliss finished with 10 tackles (eight solo), including a tackle for a loss, in Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Broncos.

Impact The inside linebacker also played on all 60 defensive snaps. Elliss has played on every defensive snap in nine of 11 games this season. The sixth-year pro has 98 tackles (57 solo), including 1.0 sacks, a pass breakup and a fumble recovery in 2024.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Double-digit tackles vs. NOLA Elliss logged 10 tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Saints.

Impact Elliss extended his 10-tackle streak to four games Sunday as he once again led the Falcons in that category. He played every single defensive snap for the eighth time this year and he's up to 88 tackles (49 solo), including 1.0 sacks, one pass defense and one fumble recovery through 10 regular-season games.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

How Kaden Elliss' dominant defensive play took over the game against the Cowboys | Film Review Atlanta Falcons ILB Kaden Elliss had a statement game Sunday with 13 tackles, 2 TFLs, & 1 sack. DJ Shockley is back in Ticketmaster Studios...

NOVEMBER 5 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

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NOVEMBER 5 • SI.COM

Logs first sack of season Elliss finished Sunday's 27-21 win over the Cowboys with 13 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks.

Impact Elliss was credit for a minimal sack on Dak Prescott late in the third quarter, which led to a 57-yard field goal by Brandon Aubery three plays later. Elliss has logged at least 10 combined tackles over his last three outings, and his 78 tackles through the first nine games of the regular season leads the Falcons and is 12th-most in the NFL.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Kaden Elliss is mic'd up against the Dallas Cowboys | Atlanta Falcons | NFL Atlanta Falcons Linebacker Kaden Elliss is mic'd up for big defensive performance against the Dallas Cowboys.

NOVEMBER 4 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Kaden Elliss postgame interview after big defensive performance against the Cowboys Inside linebacker, Kaden Elliss leads the team for three straight weeks in tackles and speaks on big defensive performance.

NOVEMBER 3 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

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NOVEMBER 3 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Kaden Elliss looks like Ray Lewis on powerful TFL vs. Cowboys Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss looks like Ray Lewis on a powerful TFL vs. Dallas Cowboys.

NOVEMBER 3 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Past knee injury Elliss (knee) was a full practice participant Thursday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact A knee injury limited Elliss' practice participation Wednesday, but the 2019 seventh-round pick was able to practice without restrictions Thursday. Barring any setbacks, Elliss should be able to suit up against the Cowboys on Sunday. Elliss has logged 65 combined tackles through the first eight games of the regular season, which is most on the Falcons and 14th-most in the NFL.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons injury report: Good news for Justin Simmons, Kaden Elliss Three defensive players were upgraded on Thursday's injury report, including two key starters.

OCTOBER 31 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Dealing with knee issue Elliss (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Elliss had a monster performance in the Falcons' Week 8 win over the Buccaneers, tallying 11 total tackles across 68 defensive snaps. However, it now appears the Idaho product picked up a knee injury in the process. If Elliss is unable to suit up for the Falcons' Week 9 matchup against the Cowboys, expect JD Bertrand (concussion) or Nate Landman to see increased work with Atlanta's first-team defense.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit tackles Sunday Elliss recorded 11 total tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 31-26 win over the Buccaneers.

Impact Elliss has now led the Falcons' defense in total tackles in back-to-back weeks, accumulating 21 stops across Atlanta's last two contests. The Idaho product has logged 65 total tackles and one pass defended through the Falcons' first eight games this season. He's expected to continue making plays as the Falcons host the Cowboys in Week 9.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit tackles Sunday Elliss recorded 11 total tackles (seven solo) in Sunday's 31-26 win over the Buccaneers.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Nine tackles in loss Elliss recorded nine total tackles (three solo) in Sunday's 34-14 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Elliss led the Falcons in total takedowns against Seattle and he has now produced at least six tackles in six of seven games in 2024. Through seven contests this season, Elliss has compiled 53 total tackles (30 solo), a fumble recovery and a pass defensed.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers fumble vs. Tampa Bay Elliss registered seven tackles (four solo) and a fumble recovery in Thursday's 36-30 overtime win over the Buccaneers.

Impact Elliss was the second-leading tackler for the Falcons on Thursday behind Jessie Bates (eight). Elliss jumped on a fumble caused by Bates, who punched the ball out of Bucky Irving's hands late in the fourth quarter. Elliss has played every defensive snap so far this year, and he's accrued 40 tackles (24 solo) and one fumble recovery through the first five games of the regular season.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Double-digit tackles Elliss posted 11 tackles (six solo) during Monday's 22-21 win over the Eagles.

Impact For a second straight week, Elliss played every single defensive snap. The veteran linebacker has 20 tackles through two games, which is well ahead of his pace from last season - his first with the Falcons. In 2023, Elliss recorded 122 tackles, including 4.0 sacks, across 17 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high nine stops Elliss posted nine tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Picking up where he left off last season, Elliss was a tackle machine versus the Steelers. He played all 68 defensive snaps, while Troy Andersen and Nate Landman split time at the other ILB spot in Atlanta's new-look 3-4 defense. Given his role in Week 1, Elliss should be a premier IDP option moving forward. Elliss posted 122 tackles, including 4.0 sacks, and three pass defenses last year, his first with the Falcons.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Team-high nine stops Elliss posted nine tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Impact Picking up where he left off last season, Elliss was a tackle machine versus the Steelers. He played all 68 defensive snaps, while Troy Andersen and Nate Landman split time at the other ILB spot in Atlanta's new-look 3-4 defense. Given his role in Week 1, Elliss should be a premier IDP option moving forward. Elliss posted 122 tackles, four sacks and three pass defenses last year, his first with the Falcons.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Over groin injury Elliss (groin) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Marc Raimondi of ESPN reports.

Impact Elliss is practicing without limitations Wednesday after being bothered by a groin injury during training camp. The linebacker posted 122 tackles and 4.0 sacks for the Falcons last season, so he's expected to be a key contributor on defense in Sunday's regular-season opener against the Steelers.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

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