Samson Ebukam - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Placed on IR Ebukam (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve by the Falcons on Tuesday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official website reports.

Impact Ebukam suffered a hamstring injury in Week 9 versus the Buccaneers, and he will now be forced to miss at least four contests as a result of the injury. In his absence, Za'Darius Smith is a top candidate to operate in a more prominent role at outside linebacker.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons place defensive end Samson Ebukam on injured reserve with a hamstring injury

The Atlanta Falcons placed defensive end Samson Ebukam on injured reserve Tuesday with a hamstring injury

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Won't play Week 9 Ebukam (hamstring) has been ruled out for Atlanta's Week 9 matchup versus the Bengals, William McFadden of the team's official site reports.

Impact Ebukam got hurt during Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay and could now be in danger of missing multiple games. In his absence, Za'Darius Smith and Charles Snowden will likely see increased playing time.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Stefanski, Rees and Falcons ask too much of Penix and passing game in loss mired by 4 interceptions

Coach Kevin Stefanski, offensive coordinator Tommy Rees and the Atlanta Falcons asked too much of Michael Penix Jr. against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Unlikely to return vs. Tampa Bay Ebukam (hamstring) is doubtful to return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Ebukam may have aggravated the same hamstring injury that he was dealing with earlier in the season. Za'Darius Smith, Charles Snowden and Jared Ivey are all in line for more defensive snaps.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

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

Samson Ebukam ends the Saints' drive with huge sack of Tyler Shough Atlanta Falcons defensive end Samson Ebukam sacks New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough for a 9-yard loss.

OCTOBER 6 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Active for Monday Ebukam (hamstring) is active for Monday night's game against the Saints, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Ebukam missed the Falcons' Week 3 win over the Packers due to a hamstring injury he suffered in the team's Week 2 loss to the Panthers. The outside linebacker is now ready to suit up for Monday's contest alongside recently returned Divine Diablo, cementing the first and second levels of the Falcons' defense heading into a primetime matchup.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons injury report: Samson Ebukam returns to practice as Week 4 prep begins Ebukam missed Week 3's prime-time game with a hamstring injury.

OCTOBER 1 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Packers' Javon Hargrave, Falcons' Tua Tagovailoa active for Green Bay's home opener

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Javon Hargrave is active for Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons after missing one game

SEPTEMBER 24 • Associated Press

Won't play at Green Bay Ebukam (hamstring) is officially listed as out for Thursday's game against the Packers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Ebukam was not able to practice during the week, and he'll now have to miss at least one game as he recovers from the hamstring injury he suffered during Atlanta's loss versus the Panthers in Week 2. In his absence, Jared Ivey figures to see increased reps on the edge.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Ebukam (hamstring) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Panthers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Ebukam suffered a hamstring injury in the first half of Sunday's contest that will end his day. The outside linebacker finishes with two tackles, including 0.5 sacks. Jared Ivey and Cameron Thomas are set to share Ebukam's workload for the remainder of the game.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return with hamstring issue Ebukam (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Panthers, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ebukam suffered a hamstring injury in the first half of Sunday's contest. The starting outside linebacker logged two tackles, including .5 sacks, before exiting the game.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Samson Ebukam Mic'd Up for Joint Practice at AT&T Training Camp | Atlanta Falcons | NFL Samson Ebukam is on the mic for joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts at AT&T Training Camp!

AUGUST 23 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

NFL Catchup: Cowboys-Saints Fights, A Christian McCaffrey Update & Deals Were Made

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AUGUST 19 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Catchup: Cowboys-Saints Fights, A Christian McCaffrey Update & Deals Were Made

Even After 1 Preseason Game, Falcons Clearly Have More Questions Than Answers

Atlanta is dealing with significant absences on the defensive front, and a competition at quarterback hasn't developed as hoped. That was ev...

AUGUST 18 • FOX SPORTS

Even After 1 Preseason Game, Falcons Clearly Have More Questions Than Answers

NFL suspends Falcons' James Pearce Jr. for 8 games after his arrest in domestic dispute

The NFL has suspended Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. for the first eight games of the season

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

The best quotes from the second block of Falcons training camp We compiled the best quotes from the second week of Atlanta Falcons AT&T Training Camp, including comments from Bijan Robinson, Matthew Berg...

AUGUST 6 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Top Colts of 2026: Arden Key Lands at No. 22 Spot Due to His Consistency Off the Edge The Indianapolis Colts are entering a new era at the defensive end position in 2026 after parting ways with their veteran rotation of Kwity...

JULY 7 • SI.COM

Da'Shawn Hand, Brandon Dorlus & others on the team's development during minicamp | Press Conference Atlanta Falcons players Da'Shawn Hand, Brandon Dorlus, Samson Ebukam, Maason Smith, Tyler Goodson and LaCale London speak to the media after...

JUNE 16 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Understanding the Colts' Vision for DE George Gumbs Jr. The Indianapolis Colts entered the 2026 NFL Draft with a glaring need at defensive end after their mainstay rotation of Samson Ebukam, Kwity...

JUNE 5 • SI.COM

Samson Ebukam wakes up with 'GMFB' on why he signed with Falcons Defensive end Samson Ebukam wakes up with "GMFB" on why he signed with the Atlanta Falcons.

APRIL 1 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons finalize contracts with veteran edge rushers Ebukam and Ojulari and defensive lineman Hand

The Atlanta Falcons have finalized contracts with three veteran defensive players to boost their depth on that side of the ball

MARCH 17 • Associated Press

Colts expert warned Falcons fans about riding the Samson Ebukam rollercoaster The Atlanta Falcons signed a decent pass rusher in Samson Ebukam, but Colts' expert Lee Vowell said that he comes with more risk than people...

MARCH 13 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Signs with Atlanta The Falcons signed Ebukam on Thursday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Ebukam turns 31 years old in May and missed the entire 2024 season due to a torn Achilles. He appeared in 14 regular-season games with the Colts last season, logging 33 tackles (22 solo), including 2.0 sacks, and one fumble recovery on just 43 percent of the defensive snaps. He'll try to help Atlanta's pass rush next season.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

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