Falcons Activate Super Bowl Champion Tackle Ahead of Preseason Opener
The Falcons have activated a veteran tackle from the PUP list, clearing the way for him to protect Atlanta's high-powered offense.
The Atlanta Falcons have activated Super Bowl-winning offensive tackle Jawaan Taylor ahead of their preseason opener. Taylor, a key addition to the team's offensive line, was previously placed on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list due to lingering elbow and triceps issues from last season. As the presumed starter at right tackle, his return is a significant boost for the Falcons' explosive offense, which features All-Pro running back Bijan Robinson, All-Pro tight end Kyle Pitts, and former No. 8 overall pick Drake London.
Taylor, drafted by the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2019, spent three seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs before joining the Falcons in a one-year, $5 million deal. He played 111 games during his career and won Super Bowl LIX with the Chiefs in 2024. Kaleb McGary, the team's starting right tackle since 2019, missed the entire 2025 season due to a knee injury and officially retired in April.
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