Falcons place Jalon Walker on IR, claim former Jets DB off waivers

The Atlanta Falcons have placed linebacker Jalon Walker on the injured reserve list after he suffered a severe knee injury during practice, effectively ending his season. To compensate for the loss, the team claimed former New York Jets defensive back Keidron Smith off waivers. Smith, a former undrafted free agent who played for Ole Miss and Kentucky, signed with the Jets in 2023 and appeared in three games. With Walker out, Smith can provide depth at nickel and safety for the Falcons.

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