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Coverage dated October 19, 2026

Atlanta Falcons add Andy Dalton to quarterback room

Headline from WJBF Augusta

ATLANTA, GA (WJBF)- The 2-4 Falcons added veteran quarterback Andy Dalton and released Cooper Rush. The 38-year-old has 16 years of NFL experience under his belt. He's thrown for over 39,000 yards and 254 touchdowns during his NFL career and has been on multiple teams, including the Cowboys, Bears, …

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  1. Independent Journal Review

    Falcons Sign Veteran Andy Dalton, Release Cooper Rush (opens Independent Journal Review)

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    The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran quarterback Andy Dalton and released Cooper Rush after a 31-23 loss to the Chicago Bears. Dalton adds experienced depth behind Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa, both of whom have dealt with injuries.

  2. Philadelphia Inquirer

    Falcons sign veteran Andy Dalton as another backup to Michael Penix Jr. and release Cooper Rush (opens Philadelphia Inquirer)

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    The Atlanta Falcons have signed veteran quarterback Andy Dalton and released backup Cooper Rush

  3. UPI

    Atlanta Falcons sign quarterback Andy Dalton, release Cooper Rush (opens UPI)

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    The Atlanta Falcons signed veteran quarterback Andy Dalton, they announced Monday. The Falcons released Cooper Rush in a corresponding transation.

  4. WJBF Augusta

    Atlanta Falcons add Andy Dalton to quarterback room (opens WJBF Augusta)

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    ATLANTA, GA (WJBF)- The 2-4 Falcons added veteran quarterback Andy Dalton and released Cooper Rush. The 38-year-old has 16 years of NFL experience under his belt. He's thrown for over 39,000 yards and 254 touchdowns during his NFL career and has been on multiple teams, including the Cowboys, Bears, …