Sources: The #Falcons are making another splash, as former #Ravens star Calais Campbell intends to sign a 1-year deal with them. The Pro Bowler and former Walter Payton Man of the year will lend leadership to a young team he believes in. And Atlanta adds — again — on defense. pic.twitter.com/L8mjnJjxsc
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 29, 2023
The Atlanta Falcons just added some serious size along their defensive line, signing veteran Calais Campbell following a free-agent visit.
Campbell, 36, has been wrecking havoc on offensive lines since entering the league as a second-round pick back in 2008. The 6-foot-8, 300-pound defensive end has racked up 99 sacks, 237 QB hits and forced 16 fumbles over his 15-year NFL career.
With Campbell in the fold, Atlanta has added a six-time Pro Bowler to a defensive line that features Grady Jarrett, David Onyemata, Ta’Quon Graham and Eddie Goldman.
The Falcons brought back outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter in free agency, and they still have former second-round pick Arnold Ebiketie, but Campbell’s signing gives the team additional size and production at the defensive end spot position.
Check out our updated starting lineup projection for the Falcons following Campbell’s acquisition and follow each signing with our free agency tracker.
