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Matt Urben

Falcons release LB Andre Smith to make room for Van Jefferson

The Atlanta Falcons have released inside linebacker Andre Smith from the 53-man roster in order to make room for wide receiver Van Jefferson. The team acquired Jefferson in a trade with the Rams on Tuesday afternoon.

Don’t be surprised to see Smith land back on the 16-man practice squad this week since the Falcons just released wideout Xavier Malone.

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The Falcons only gave up a 2025 sixth-round pick for Jefferson and the Rams’ 2025 seventh-round selection. Jefferson, 27, was originally a second-round pick by the Rams in 2020.

Check out the team’s updated 53-man roster following Tuesday’s transactions.

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