Falcons release depth chart ahead of preseason opener vs. Dolphins
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American Football - NFL - Atlanta Falcons v Jacksonville Jaguars - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - October 1, 2023 Atlanta Falcons' DeMarcco Hellams looks dejected after the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge
Following Tuesday's joint practice with the Miami Dolphins, the Atlanta Falcons released their depth chart for this Friday's preseason opener. It's the first depth chart released by the team since hiring head coach Raheem Morris. Something else to keep in mind is the Falcons have new systems on offense and defense.
Check out Atlanta's first unofficial depth chart ahead of Friday night's preseason matchup against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium below:
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FLOWERY BRANCH, GEORGIA - MAY 14: Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. #9 of the Atlanta Falcons listens to quarterback Kirk Cousins #18 during OTA offseason workouts at the Atlanta Falcons training facility on May 14, 2024 in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 2: Bijan Robinson #7 of the Atlanta Falcons takes the field during NFL training camp at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 2, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 2: Drake London #5 of the Atlanta Falcons runs through drills during NFL training camp at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 2, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Jun 3, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney (1) on the field during Falcons OTA at the Falcons Training facility. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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FLOWERY BRANCH, GEORGIA - JULY 28: Ray-Ray McCloud III #34 of the Atlanta Falcons runs through a drill during training camp on July 28, 2024 in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 2: Kyle Pitts #8 of the Atlanta Falcons runs through drills during NFL training camp at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 2, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Oct 16, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end Charlie Woerner (89) on the field before the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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FLOWERY BRANCH, GEORGIA - JULY 28: Jake Matthews #70 of the Atlanta Falcons takes the field during training camp on July 28, 2024 in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Jun 3, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; An Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Matthew Bergeron (65) shown on the field during Falcons OTA at the Falcons Training facility. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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Jun 3, 2024; Atlanta, GA, USA; An Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Chris Dalman (67) shown on the field during Falcons OTA at the Falcons Training facility. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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FLOWERY BRANCH, GEORGIA - JULY 28: Jake Matthews #70 and Chris Lindstrom #63 of the Atlanta Falcons line up with other lineman during training camp on July 28, 2024 in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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FLOWERY BRANCH, GEORGIA - JULY 28: Kaleb McGary #76 of the Atlanta Falcons takes the field during training camp on July 28, 2024 in Flowery Branch, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Jul 25, 2024; Buford, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive end Grady Jarrett (97) and defensive tackle Ta'Quon Graham (95) on the field on the first day of training camp at Falcons Training Camp. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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Jul 28, 2023; Flowery Branch, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle David Onyemata (90) on the field during training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 24: Zach Harrison #96 of the Atlanta Falcons reacts after a sack during the fourth quarter in the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 24, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - DECEMBER 24: Gardner Minshew #10 of the Indianapolis Colts throws the ball while being pressured by Lorenzo Carter #0 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 24, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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Oct 29, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) sneaks a peek against the Tennessee Titans during the first half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-USA TODAY Sports
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 16: Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers gets tackled by Troy Andersen #44 of the Atlanta Falcons during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 16, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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Dec 10, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker Arnold Ebiketie (17) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive tackle Tristan Wirfs (78) battle at the line of scrimmage at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - SEPTEMBER 17: A.J. Terrell #24 of the Atlanta Falcons reacts after a play during the fourth quarter in the game against the Green Bay Packers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on September 17, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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TAMPA, FLORIDA - OCTOBER 22: Mike Hughes #21 of the Atlanta Falcons receives a punt against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter of the game at Raymond James Stadium on October 22, 2023 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - OCTOBER 15: Dee Alford #20 of the Atlanta Falcons reacts after a defensive play during the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Falcons safety Jessie Bates III returns an interception for a TD against the New Orleans Saints. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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American Football - NFL - Atlanta Falcons v Jacksonville Jaguars - Wembley Stadium, London, Britain - October 1, 2023 Atlanta Falcons' DeMarcco Hellams looks dejected after the match Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - AUGUST 2: Younghoe Koo #6 of the Atlanta Falcons kicks field goals during NFL training camp at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 2, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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