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Falcons Sign Super Bowl Champion TE Jenkins
27 Oct
Summary
- Falcons signed E.J. Jenkins to their practice squad.
- Jenkins previously played for the Eagles in 2024 and 2025.
- He played college football at Georgia Tech, a local tie.
The Atlanta Falcons have signed tight end E.J. Jenkins to their practice squad, making a roster move involving two other tight ends. Jenkins, originally from Fredericksburg, Virginia, played college football at Georgia Tech, providing a local tie for the team. He is set to turn 28 on November 3rd.
Jenkins was not drafted but joined the Philadelphia Eagles, playing eight games for them during their Super Bowl-winning 2024 season. He appeared in four playoff games that year and played two more games in 2025, along with six games in the current 2026 season before being released on October 22nd. The Eagles had become healthier at the position, leading to Jenkins' departure.
With a need for depth and potentially looking to develop talent, the Falcons likely appealed to Jenkins as an opportunity for playing time. This transaction follows a strong performance by the Falcons' active tight ends during their recent upset victory over the previously undefeated San Francisco 49ers.
