The Atlanta Falcons just dropped their Week 7 depth chart for Sunday’s NFC clash against the San Francisco 49ers, and there is one big change: veteran Andy Dalton is now listed as the team’s third-string quarterback. This move puts the 38-year-old, a three-time Pro Bowler, right behind Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, bumping Cooper Rush down the pecking order.
The Red Rifle Takes Over QB3
Turns out, head coach Kevin Stefanski was playing it coy earlier this week. The Falcons added Dalton to the roster on Monday, but Stefanski wouldn’t spill the beans on his exact role or where he’d land on the depth chart. Well, now we know the deal. Dalton’s officially QB3. It’s a seasoned presence added to that quarterback room, which you gotta figure they’re hoping brings some stability. This is a guy who’s seen a lot of football, so even at QB3, his experience could be valuable.
Roster Shuffle Before the Gauntlet
Beyond the quarterback swap, the Falcons also made a couple other roster moves on Tuesday. They signed edge rusher Charles Snowden, though he’s not on the current depth chart because the team hasn’t officially announced the signing yet. On the flip side, they released former third-round pick Bralen Trice. It’s always tough to see a guy get cut, especially a former draft pick, but teams gotta make tough decisions.
All these changes are happening right as Atlanta prepares to host the undefeated 49ers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium this Sunday. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET. And if you’re a Falcons fan, here’s a stat that’s gotta sting: the team is 0-3 in afternoon games this season. Facing an undefeated San Francisco squad, especially with that afternoon game curse hanging over them, is a seriously tough spot to be in. Sunday is going to be a real test for Atlanta, with a new face in the QB room and a lot to prove.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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