6 NFL Teams That Should Be Sellers at Trade Deadline
Digest more
The Atlanta Falcons and Kirk Cousins have been subjected to trade talks for nearly a year, but it's a different player who is the Falcons' top trade candidate.
The hungry NFL injury bug may have just handed Kirk Cousins and the Falcons a chance at a mutually beneficial exit strategy.
The Atlanta Falcons will likely be without quarterback Michael Penix Jr. on Sunday as the team faces the Miami Dolphins at home.
The Falcons drafted Xavier Watts in the third round (96th overall) out of Notre Dame, and he has been a steal of a pickup. In six professional games, he has recorded 37 total tackles (23 solo, 14 assisted), four passes defended and two interceptions. He was named the NFC Defensive Rookie of the Month for his stellar play.
The Chicago Bears have been named as a trade fit by ESPN for Atlanta Falcons edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie, who's drawing trade interest.
The Falcons Wire on MSN
Falcons provide update on Drake London's injury status vs. Dolphins
The Atlanta Falcons have downgraded wide receiver Drake London to questionable for their Week 8 game against the Miami Dolphins. London showed up on Friday's injury report as a limited participant due to a hip injury. While he wasn't initially given a game designation, London's status now appears to be in doubt.
This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/falcons as ESPN Thinks Atlanta Falcons Have an Advantage in Clash with Bills.