Nick Muse - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Catches touchdown in upset win Muse caught both of his targets for two yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 29-20 win over the 49ers on Sunday.

Impact Muse played 21 offensive snaps and 20 special-teams snaps in Sunday's game. The No. 4 tight end proved that versatility can lead to production, making the most of his red zone opportunities and cashing in for a key score as the Falcons broke the 49ers' undefeated streak.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' Penix delivers quick and accurate passes and 3 TDs with good protection in win over 49ers

The Atlanta Falcons gave Michael Penix Jr. good protection against San Francisco

OCTOBER 26 • Associated Press

Michael Penix Jr. throws 3 TD passes, Falcons force 4 turnovers to give 49ers first loss, 29-20

Michael Penix Jr. threw three touchdown passes, Atlanta scored 13 points off four turnovers and the Falcons handed the San Francisco 49ers their first loss, 29-20

OCTOBER 25 • Associated Press

Logs full practice Tuesday Muse (shoulder) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Muse popped up on Monday's estimated practice report due to a shoulder injury, but he was cleared to participate fully in Tuesday's practice and is on track to play against the Packers on Thursday. The fifth-year tight end has contributed on both offense as a blocker and on special teams, though he's yet to record a target through two regular-season games.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in estimated practice Muse (shoulder) was a limited participant in Monday's estimated practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Muse likely sustained his shoulder injury in the Falcons' loss to the Panthers on Sunday. The tight end was listed as limited, meaning there is a chance he could work through the injury and upgrade to full participation by Wednesday to dodge an injury designation ahead of Thursday night's game against the Packers.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons announce Michael Penix Jr. will make 2026 debut as starting QB against Packers

A struggling Atlanta Falcons offense in desperate need of improved production at quarterback will have Michael Penix Jr. make his first start in Thursday night’s game at Green Bay

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Joins Falcons' active roster Muse was signed to the active roster by Atlanta on Wednesday, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Muse was recently elevated from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's 20-13 loss to Pittsburgh. After being reverted to the practice squad Monday, the 27-year-old is now back on the 53-man roster. However, with Kyle Pitts, Charlie Woerner and Austin Hooper healthy, Muse will presumably continue to spend most of his time on special teams.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Stefanski not ready to announce Falcons starting QB against Carolina as Penix nears his return

Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski says he’s not ready to announce a starting quarterback for Sunday’s home opener against Carolina

SEPTEMBER 16 • Associated Press

Falcons place Da'Shawn Hand on IR, sign Nick Muse to active roster Atlanta also filled out its practice squad with the additions of DE Drake Jackson and RB Khalil Herbert.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Back to practice squad Muse reverted to the practice squad with the Falcons on Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Muse was elevated from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Steelers. The tight end was on the field for five of the team's 60 offensive snaps and he added one tackle on kick coverage while also logging 23 snaps with the special-teams unit. Muse can be elevated two more times before the Falcons would have to officially sign him to the active roster.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated for Sunday The Falcons elevated Muse from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

Impact Muse was likely elevated as an additional blocker for field-goal attempts and PATs. The entire Falcons tight end corps, consisting of Kyle Pitts, Charlie Woerner and Austin Hooper is fully healthy, meaning Muse will likely be useful only as a special teams addition during Sunday's contest with the Steelers.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on practice squad Muse was signed to the Atlanta practice squad Monday, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

Impact The tight end was let go by the Falcons on Sunday. Muse caught all seven of his targets for 49 yards during the preseason with Atlanta. The seventh-round pick of the Vikings in 2022 has played on 21 offensive snaps in the regular season during his career.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cut by Atlanta The Falcons cut Muse on Sunday, Tom Pelissero of Netflix reports.

Impact Muse participated in all three preseason games, catching all seven of his targets for 49 yards. The Falcons plan to sign the tight end to the team's practice squad as soon as the 53-man cuts are finalized.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Catches on with Atlanta The Falcons signed Muse to a contract Tuesday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Impact Muse will join the Falcons two days after being released from the Lions' 90-man roster. The 2022 seventh-rounder will join the Falcons for training camp and have the opportunity to audition for a spot on the 53-man roster or practice squad for the start of the 2026 season. Muse last saw regular-season action in 2024 with the Vikings, when he totalled 64 snaps (17 on offense, 47 on special teams) across four games.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Detroit The Lions waived Muse on Sunday.

Impact Muse signed with the Lions last Monday to fill in for Tyler Conklin (knee) as a depth tight end. With Conklin returning to the active roster, Muse's role was no longer necessary. Muse will now be placed on waivers, and if he clears will become a free agent able to sign with any franchise.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Detroit for training camp Muse was signed by Detroit on Monday.

Impact With Tyler Conklin (knee) on the active/physically unable to perform list to start training camp, Detroit needed more depth at tight end. Muse played 16 total games across three seasons with Minnesota, but struggled to stay rostered in 2025 after short stints with the Rams', Cardinals' and Eagles' practice squads. The 27-year-old should be expected to compete for a third or fourth-string role on the roster with Anthony Firkser and Jackson Meeks over the coming weeks.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Jets' practice squad The Jets signed Muse to their practice squad Wednesday, Susanna Weir of the team's official site reports.

Impact Muse has had stints on the Cardinals' and Rams' practice squads this season, but he's yet to be elevated for game action. He spent the first three seasons of his career with Minnesota, recording one catch for a 22-yard touchdown over 16 regular-season games while playing mostly on special teams. The Jets are dealing with injuries to two of the tight ends on their active roster (Mason Taylor (neck) and Stone Smartt (concussion)), so Muse provides insurance in case one or both players can't suit up Sunday against Jacksonville.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by LA The Rams waived Muse from the practice squad Tuesday.

Impact Muse did not appear in a game for the Rams this season after signing with them Nov. 11. The team seems to be confident in their tight end depth, riding with Colby Parkinson, Davis Allen, Terrance Ferguson, and Nick Vannett. Tyler Higbee (ankle) can potentially return from IR for Week 16 as well. Muse will now go on waivers, and if he clears will be a free agent.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Los Angeles Muse signed with the Rams' practice squad Tuesday.

Impact Muse has appeared in 16 career regular-season games, all with the Vikings across the previous three seasons. He'll provide the Rams with some organizational depth at the position.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Let go from practice squad The Cardinals cut Muse from the practice squad on Tuesday.

Impact Muse inked with Arizona's practice squad Oct. 8 and ultimately wasn't elevated for a single contest with the team. The 2022 seventh-round pick logged four regular-season appearances with the Vikings back in 2024.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Finds work in Arizona Muse signed with the Cardinals' practice squad Wednesday.

Impact Muse failed to make the Eagles' initial 53-man roster in late August but has since found work with the Cardinals' practice squad. The 2022 seventh-round pick from South Carolina last played with the Vikings in 2024, making four appearances and logging 64 total snaps (47 on special teams, 17 on offense).

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • NFLTRADERUMORS.CO

Cut by Philadelphia The Eagles waived Muse on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact A seventh-round pick by the Vikings in 2022, Muse signed with Philly's practice squad during the playoffs last season. He's appeared in 16 career regular-season contests, all with Minnesota, catching one pass for 22 yards.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs future contract with Philly The Eagles signed Muse to a reserve/future contract Friday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Muse played in four regular-season games for the Vikings in 2024 before being let go in early January. He joined the Eagles' practice squad for their playoff run but wasn't elevated to the active roster for a single game. Muse will be on Philadelphia's 90-man roster when the new league year begins March 12, which gives him the ability to participate in OTAs, minicamp and training camp.

FEBRUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins Philly's practice squad The Eagles signed Muse to their practice squad Saturday.

Impact Muse was cut from Philadelphia's practice squad Thursday, but he has rejoined the organization two days later. Running back Lew Nichols was added to the practice squad upon Muse's removal Thursday, but the two have swapped places again, with Nichols getting cut Saturday. Muse spent most of 2024 in Minnesota's organization, playing in four games without recording any offensive stats before the Eagles snapped him up for tight-end depth Jan. 22.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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