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Ex Falcons Third-Round Draft Pick on Roster Cut Bubble

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August 27, 2024

Ex Falcons Third-Round Draft Pick on Roster Cut Bubble

When the Atlanta Falcons drafted outside linebacker DeAngelo Malone in the third round in 2022, they did so with hopes he’d ascend into a standout pass rusher.

But instead, with his third preseason now in the rearview mirror, Malone’s mission has shifted.

“I really don’t set goals,” Malone said during training camp. “Just making the 53-man roster, helping alongside my brothers and just helping contribute.”

The 25-year-old Malone finds himself squarely on the roster bubble entering Tuesday’s cutdown, with teams forced to go from 90 to 53 players by 4 p.m., dashing the hopes of 37 players. During their initial wave of cuts Sunday evening, the Falcons released 13 players. Malone has to survive one more day of departures.

Malone’s quick descent from top-100 pick to roster question mark flew under the radar before the offseason program began in April.

As a rookie in 2022, Malone made 29 tackles with four tackles for loss, two quarterback hits and a sack across 15 games. He played 216 defensive snaps, which was 22% of Atlanta’s total.

But instead of taking a step forward in his second season, Malone saw his role diminish entirely. He saw only two defensive snaps despite playing in all 17 games, serving more as a special teams ace — 364 snaps, or 78% of the team’s total — than impact linebacker. He finished the year with six tackles.

Atlanta’s outside linebackers room has a clear quartet at the top, with Matt Judon, Arnold Ebiketie, Lorenzo Carter and James Smith-Williams locking down the first four spots.

As such, Malone’s path to a roster spot again figures to come from special teams, and he was stout in that regard this preseason. In the Aug. 9 opener against the Miami Dolphins, Malone posted a team-best three special teams tackles, proving adept at both punt and kick coverage.

After the Miami game, Falcons defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake spoke highly — yet cautiously — about Malone.

“It’ll be interesting how it goes,” Lake said. “I think he played an excellent game against Miami. He played really well on defense. He was a force. I think it’s a really good starting point for him. Now, he’s just got to continue to improve — improve his game out there on the edge on defense and continue to do what he needs to do for Marquice in special teams.”

Malone, a former star at Western Kentucky University, finished the preseason with five tackles. He’s moved back to his traditional outside linebacker role after spending last year working more off the ball as an inside linebacker.

It’s not a big difference, Malone said, because athletes are able to adjust and handle a variety of responsibilities, be it dropping into coverage, stopping the run or rushing the passer.

What is different, however, is the system — Lake is Malone’s third defensive coordinator in as many seasons. The Falcons drafted Malone when Dean Pees, who ran a 3-4 scheme, was the defensive coordinator. Last year, Atlanta played under Ryan Nielsen’s 4-3 look.

Now back in a 3-4, Malone has found comfort — with both Lake and outside linebackers coach Jacquies Smith.

“This has been great, man,” Malone said. “I feel like we’ve got a group of guys in our room that’s capable of making plays. I’m just trying to be like a sponge, just soak it all in. But Coach Jimmy, I feel like he’s doing a great job. He wants us to play fast, free and physical, and Coach Jacquies is doing a great job coaching the techniques.”

Malone viewed preseason a chance to show his talents, and if nothing else, he proved he can make plays on special teams.

But will that be enough?

The answer will be in no later than 4 p.m. Tuesday.

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Columbus Crew acquire Jamal Thiaré from Atlanta United | MLSSoccer.com

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February 2, 2026

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Columbus Crew acquire Jamal Thiaré from Atlanta United | MLSSoccer.com

TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade

CLB receive: Jamal Thiaré
ATL receive: Up to $300k GAM

The Columbus Crew have acquired forward Jamal Thiaré from Atlanta United, the clubs announced Monday.

In exchange for the 32-year-old Senegal native, Atlante receive $200,000 in 2026 General Allocation Money (GAM) and up to $100k in conditional 2027 GAM.

Thiaré produced 14g/5a in 71 appearances (all competitions) for Atlanta. He joined the club in August 2023 after featuring for French side Le Havre.

“Jamal is an experienced striker who brings a different profile to our squad,” said Crew general manager Issa Tall.

“He is another asset that will elevate our team as we push towards the start of the season, and we look forward to welcoming Jamal to Columbus.”

Thiaré joins a Columbus striker group led by Wessam Abou Ali, who arrived last July from Egyptian powerhouse Al Ahly. Meanwhile, Atlanta’s No. 9 group is led by Emmanuel Latte Lath.

Columbus open their first season under head coach Henrik Rydström on Feb. 21 at the Portland Timbers (10:30 pm ET | Apple TV).

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Atlanta school closings: APS back to normal, Gwinnett County Schools hold digital learning day Monday

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February 2, 2026

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Atlanta school closings: APS back to normal, Gwinnett County Schools hold digital learning day Monday

Updated on: February 1, 2026 / 8:30 PM EST
/ CBS Atlanta

School schedules across metro Atlanta are beginning to stabilize following winter weather impacts, but not all districts are returning to in-person learning just yet.

Atlanta Public Schools reopen on Monday

Atlanta Public Schools and district offices will be open and operating on a normal schedule on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, according to district officials.

While classes are resuming as usual, the district is urging families to prepare for very cold conditions during the early morning hours throughout the week. Students are encouraged to dress warmly and be prepared for freezing temperatures during commutes and outdoor activities.

Gwinnett County schools move to digital learning

Gwinnett County Public Schools will hold a Digital Learning Day on Monday due to ongoing unsafe road conditions in parts of the county.

District officials said that while some roads are clear, others still have snow and ice, prompting leaders to close all school buildings out of an abundance of caution.

There will be:

No in-person classes
No extracurricular activities or athletics
No meal services

Students will participate in remote learning as they are able, and schools will work directly with families to provide appropriate support. District staff are encouraged to check their GCPS email for guidance on expectations and next steps.

Officials say they are continuing to monitor weather conditions and will share updates regarding Tuesday’s schedule as soon as possible.

We will update this story as additional metro Atlanta school districts announce schedule changes or returns to normal operations.

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11 author and book events to check out this February

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February 1, 2026

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11 author and book events to check out this February

Things to do

Hear a reading by Atlanta author Tayari Jones, read about a magic library and more.

“Ballot,” “Keeper of Lost Children” and “The Charmed Library”

By Gina Webb – For the AJC

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Women’s roles in the Black Power Movement, a new novel from Atlanta’s own Tayari Jones, a magic library where book characters come to life, and an essential book on the growing challenges to voters are all on Atlanta’s literary agenda for February.

Gayatri Sethi, “Diaspora-ish: Notes on Identities, Unbelonging, & Solidarities.” In her lifelong search for solidarity, educator Sethi draws upon her own complex journey to explore widely accepted ideas about identity and belonging.

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