National Football League

Falcons waive 2 players after preseason win

Published Aug. 28, 2010 8:05 p.m. ET

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The Atlanta Falcons have waived rookie free agents Gabe Derricks and Mark Ortman.

Derricks is a cornerback who signed with the team after the draft, was waived July 31 and returned about two weeks later. Ortman is an offensive lineman initially signed by Carolina. He was cut in June and joined the Falcons Aug. 23, but lasted only one preseason game.

The team announced the moves Saturday, less than 24 hours after a 16-6 victory over Miami. The Falcons must get down to 75 players heading into their final preseason game.