The Atlanta Falcons are shaking things up on their defensive line, bringing in edge rusher Charles Snowden from the Washington Commanders’ practice squad, which means a former third-round pick is out. According to NFL insider Josh Kendall, the Falcons are releasing edge rusher Bralen Trice, a move that stings given his history with the team.
Bralen Trice’s Unlucky Break and What It Means Now
Man, you gotta feel for Bralen Trice. This dude was Atlanta’s third-round pick back in 2024, a real shot at making an impact. But his pro career just got absolutely hammered by injuries from the jump. He missed his entire first two seasons, not one, but *two* torn ACLs. The first hit in the 2024 preseason, a severe knee injury, and then he tried to come back the next year only to suffer a setback that cost him the whole season. That’s just brutal luck. He finally got on the field for 21 snaps against the Bears on Sunday, but it looks like that wasn’t enough to secure his spot. Kendall reported Trice played those 21 snaps, which is barely a taste of NFL action after all that time on the sidelines. The Falcons were at 53 players, so someone had to go, and it ended up being the guy who just couldn’t stay healthy.
Charles Snowden Steps In, Adding Rotational Depth
So, with Trice out, the Falcons are bringing in Charles Snowden. The word is, they prefer Snowden’s upside. The 28-year-old is coming from the Commanders’ practice squad, and he’s got some real experience under his belt. Over three NFL seasons and 33 games, Snowden has racked up 67 career tackles, with 35 of those being solo efforts. He’s also got 4.5 sacks, six passes defended, and 11 quarterback hits. Those aren’t flashy, game-breaking numbers, but that’s solid rotational value right there. The Falcons are looking for some help on the edge while they wait for James Pearce Jr. to return from suspension, and Snowden seems to be their guy for that role. It’s a clear signal that Atlanta wants immediate, proven depth over a high-potential, but injury-plagued, project.
What’s next for Trice? Atlanta still has one spot open on their practice squad, so there’s a chance he could land back there. But honestly, after being elevated three times this season already, you wouldn’t blame him if he started looking elsewhere for his next NFL gig. He’s probably ready for a fresh start. As for the Falcons, Snowden should slot right into that rotation and give them some much needed help on the edge as they push through the season.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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