NW Atlanta News

The Atlanta Falcons have added defensive lineman Demone Harris to their 53-man roster from the practice squad, as announced by the team on Friday. Harris has participated in three games this season through standard practice squad elevations, contributing three tackles, including one for a loss and a quarterback hit.

Harris began his NFL career with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2018 and brings several years of experience to the Falcons. Over his career, he has accumulated 14 tackles, three for a loss, four quarterback hits, and one pass breakup in 17 games. The Falcons are seeking additional support in pressuring opposing quarterbacks, an area where Harris has shown effectiveness.

This roster change follows the release of offensive lineman Jovaughn Gwyn on Thursday. Additionally, the Falcons signed kicker Riley Patterson to their practice squad while releasing safety Dane Cruikshank on Friday afternoon. Head coach Raheem Morris described Patterson's signing as an "emergency" measure following Friday's practice. This move is precautionary should Younghoe Koo be unable to play due to a right hip injury. Despite Koo being listed as questionable for Sunday's game, Morris expressed confidence that "we'll be fine" regarding Koo's availability.