FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • AJC.COM
RICARDO ALLEN
Allen uses Falcons' Super Bowl flop to inspire Bengals LOS ANGELES – Former Falcons safety Ricardo Allen has used the story of his former team blowing a 25-point lead in Super Bowl LI to help mot...
Falcons recap: Arthur Blank talks future, Ricardo Allen in Super Bowl In today’s recap, Arthur Blank discusses the futures of Calvin Ridley and Matt Ryan, and a new mock has Atlanta drafting two Georgia players
FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
Not on injury report Allen (concussion) isn't on the injury report ahead of Saturday's wild-card matchup against the Raiders.
Impact Allen sustained a concussion during Sunday's regular-season finale against the Browns and was held out of practice Tuesday. However, he returned in a limited capacity Wednesday before practicing fully Thursday. As a result, he'll be able to suit up for Saturday's postseason opener.
JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
After regulars rest, playoff-bound Bengals prep for Raiders
The Cincinnati Bengals rested many of their regulars for the playoffsJANUARY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Seahawks' Diggs carted off field; Saints' Hill hurts foot
Seattle Seahawks Pro Bowl safety Quandre Diggs was carted off the field with an injured right knee in an emotional scene in Arizona and New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill l...JANUARY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Browns close season with 21-16 win over Burrow-less Bengals
Case Keenum got his second win filling in for Baker Mayfield as the Cleveland Browns ended their dismal season with a 21-16 win over the playoff-bound Cincinnati BengalsJANUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Suffers concussion Allen suffered a concussion and has been ruled out of the rest of Sunday's game against the Browns.
Impact Allen made a big hit over the middle of the field and was immediately taken into the locker room. He's primarily played on special teams throughout the season but has seen a significant role on defense at various points in the season. He'll turn his focus to a potential return for the team's wild-card matchup.
JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns from IR Allen (hand) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
Impact Allen suffered a broken hand and hamstring strain in the Bengals' season opener, but he was back at practice this week. He'll return to game action after missing the minimum of three games, and he should reclaim his role as depth in the secondary.
OCTOBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared to resume practicing The Bengals have designated Allen (hand) for a return from IR.
Impact Allen is eligible to return to the active roster at any point during his 21-day practice window. He suffered a broken hand and hamstring strain during Cincinnati's win over Minnesota in Week 1.
OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ricardo Allen Cleared To Practice The Bengals cleared S Ricardo Allen to return to practice by designating him for return from the Reserve/Injured list.
OCTOBER 6, 2021 • BENGALS.COM
Lands on IR The Bengals placed Allen (hand) on injured reserve Wednesday.
Impact As expected, Allen heads to IR to open up a roster spot ahead of Week 2. The 29-year-old broke his hand and suffered a hamstring strain during Sunday's win over the Vikings and will be sidelined for at least three weeks.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bengals Sign Veteran Safety to Practice Squad After Ricardo Allen Placed on IR The Cincinnati Bengals will be forced to make a change at the safety position after starter Ricardo Allen went down during Week 1 with hand...
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM
Likely headed to IR The Bengals plan to place Allen (hand) on injured reserve, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Allen broke his hand and suffered a hamstring strain during Sunday's win over the Vikings and is expected to miss the next three games. The Bengals haven't officially placed him on IR yet, but the move is almost certain, as they will need to open up a roster spot ahead of Week 2.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
New coach, new GM, no Julio: Falcons begin major overhaul
New coachSEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Pregame Notebook: Taylor Calls On Bengals Vets Trey Hopkins and Ricardo Allen To Teach NFL Lesson; Tupou Rewarded With Start; Burrow's Road Rehab TAMPA, Fla. _ Two Bengals veterans didn’t play in Saturday’s preseason opener against the Super Bowl champion Buccaneers at Raymond James St...
AUGUST 14, 2021 • BENGALS.COM
Modest Pitts won't project role as rookie TE with Falcons
Atlanta Falcons first-round draft pick Kyle Pitts and other newcomers are participating in rookie camp this weekMAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Smith focuses on D on last day of 1st draft as Falcons coach
Arthur Smith’s first draft as Atlanta’s coach helped to prove he’s taking an even-keeled approach to building the Falcons’ rosterMAY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Safety Harmon, return specialist Patterson sign with Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons have signed safety Duron Harmon and four-time All-Pro return specialist Cordarrelle Patterson to one-year contractsAPRIL 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Released by Falcons Allen was released by Atlanta on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact The Falcons also released defensive end Allen Bailey, with the moves freeing up a total of $10.75 million in much much-needed salary cap space for the team. Allen, who is coming off a 2020 campaign in which he logged 25 tackles and two picks in 12 games, will now look to catch on with a team looking to bolster its free safety depth.
FEBRUARY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Secures INT of Brady in finale Allen, who registered five tackles, one pass deflection and an interception during Sunday's 44-27 loss to the Buccaneers, closed out the 2020 season with 25 tackles, five pass defl...
Impact After missing 13 games in 2018 because of an Achilles tear, Allen proved capable of overcoming a late-season concussion to suit up for 12-plus contests in a second straight campaign. The veteran safety's two interceptions matched his total from a season ago, but an average of 2.1 tackles per game depleted his utility in IDP formats. He remained an integral defensive contributor by starting each time he was active this season, fielding an increased workload of 56.1 snaps per game after Damontae Kazee was placed on injured reserve Oct. 7 with a torn Achilles. The 29-year-old Allen remains under contract with Atlanta through 2021 at a cap hit of $8.4 million, as the organization prepares to welcome a new general manager.
JANUARY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Watch: Falcons safety Ricardo Allen intercepts Bucs QB Tom Brady Following a slow start in the first half, the Falcons’ defense tightened up in the second half of Sunday’s matchup against the Buccaneers.
JANUARY 3, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Ready for Sunday's contest Allen (concussion) is active for Sunday's game versus the Chiefs, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
Impact Allen will return to the lineup after a two-week hiatus, and he's set to start at free safety. The 29-year-old doesn't have much fantasy value, however, as he's produced just 18 tackles, four pass breakups and an interception over 10 games this year.
DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jones, Mack declared out for Falcons vs. Kansas City
The Atlanta Falcons have declared receiver Julio Jones and center Alex Mack out for Sunday’s game at Kansas CityDECEMBER 25, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Questionable for Week 16 Allen (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chiefs.
Impact Allen missed the past two games due to a concussion. After logging full participation in practice both Thursday and Friday, he seems to have a decent shot to return for a showdown with Patrick Mahomes and company.
DECEMBER 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
