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Falcons Lose RT Kaleb McGary for Season, Trade for Seahawks OT Michael Jerrell

Injuries at tackle pushed Atlanta to a low-cost deal for Michael Jerrell to safeguard Michael Penix Jr.’s blindside.

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Sep 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Kaleb McGary (76) leaves the field with an injury against the Kansas City Chiefs in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Atlanta placed starting right tackle Kaleb McGary on injured reserve without a return designation, ruling him out for the 2025 season.
  • The Falcons acquired second-year tackle Michael Jerrell from the Seahawks for a conditional 2027 seventh-round pick.
  • Swing tackle Storm Norton was moved to the IR-return list and is expected to be sidelined for roughly six to eight weeks after ankle surgery.
  • Jerrell, a 2024 sixth-rounder from Division II Findlay, appeared in 10 games with three starts and logged 245 snaps at right tackle last season, earning a 46.4 PFF grade.
  • Elijah Wilkinson has been working at right tackle in practice and is viewed as the likely Week 1 starter, with Jerrell providing immediate depth as roster cuts finalize.