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Falcons plan to rotate James Carpenter, Matt Hennessy at left guard One of the primary position battles for the Atlanta Falcons throughout training camp will continue into the regular season

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

The Falcons intend to play both Matt Hennessy and James Carpenter at left guard early in the season Fact: James Carpenter has never swam in a chlorinated pool

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • THEFALCOHOLIC.COM

Out for third straight practice Hennessy (knee) was a non-participant during Atlanta's practice session Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact The rookie lineman banged his knee and subsequently was pulled from Friday's scrimmage as a "precaution." Since that point, Hennessy's return to full-contact drills has been delayed, as he's now wearing a brace on his right knee and has logged three consecutive missed practices. It is a positive sign, at least, that Hennessy has been working through mechanics on his own while watching teammates complete drills in practice, per Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com. With Hennessy remaining on the shelf for the time being, the likelihood of James Carpenter being the Week 1 starter at left guard is enhanced.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Bangs knee, expected to be fine Hennessy hit his knee during the Falcons' scrimmage Friday, and he was held out for the remainder of the practice as a precautionary measure, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The rookie was replaced by veteran James Carpenter at left guard, as the Falcons want to avoid taking unnecessary injury risks at this stage of the season. Hennessy and Carpenter continue to be the top two contenders to fill the left guard spot after that position proved to be one of the weak points of the line in 2019. It doesn't appear Hennessy will miss substantial time beyond Friday, if any at all, and he remains firmly in the mix to start Week 1 against the Seahawks.

AUGUST 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

'This kid's got that "it"’: Matt Hennessy's journey to a spot with the Falcons Chris Wiesehan said he knew early that Hennessy would make it to the NFL.

AUGUST 26, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

‘This kid’s got that 'it’: Matt Hennessy's journey to a spot with Falcons Chris Wiesehan said he knew early that Hennessy would make it to the NFL.

AUGUST 26, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Suiting up with first team Hennessy lined up with the first-team offense during the Falcons' first intra-squad scrimmage Thursday, and he has been working with that group ever since, Will McFadden of the Fal...

Impact The rookie out of Temple may eventually become the Falcons' solution at center, but with a veteran talent in Alex Mack already well situated at that spot, Hennessy has a chance to provide immediate utility by lining up at left guard. Atlanta let go of veteran guard Jamon Brown on Monday, and so far James Carpenter has been unable to overtake Hennessy for the spot. While reports have been encouraging on Hennessy so far, coach Dan Quinn did note that his sample size of work has been limited. "I would say we're only two practices with pads in," Quinn stressed. "But he's certainly doing a good job with where we're at.

AUGUST 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Get to know Falcons rookie C Matt Hennessy An exclusive Q&A with Falcons rookie center Matt Hennessy

JULY 15, 2020 • THEFALCOHOLIC.COM

In mix to start at left guard Hennessy is expected to compete for Atlanta's starting left guard spot once physical team activities commence, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Hennessy lined up at center during his career at Temple, but given that James Carpenter struggled through injuries and ineffectiveness during his debut campaign with the Falcons, all bets are off as to who will ultimately earn the starting nod at left guard. The former Owl may end up back at center eventually, but with Alex Mack currently holding the position down, Hennessy's talents may be needed elsewhere in the more immediate term. A shortened in-person offseason program lessens the rookie's chances at being a Week 1 starter, but if he can impress during an abbreviated camp, Hennessy may find himself in the lineup sooner rather than later. Last year Carpenter logged what was by far the worst Pro Football Focus performance grade of his nine-year career (45.3), leaving the door open for Hennessy.

JUNE 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Broncos planned to trade up for C Matt Hennessy in the 2020 NFL Draft The Broncos reportedly agreed to a trade to move up to pick 79 with the Jets for Temple C Matt Hennessy, but the Falcons took Hennessy off t...

MAY 5, 2020 • THEFALCOHOLIC.COM