The Atlanta Falcons have continued to tinker with their roster and practice squad following Sunday’s 53-man deadline. While their roster is currently full, they still have one practice squad spot available. Many expect this spot to be filled by defensive end Zach Harrison, but the Falcons seem to be eyeing another one of their former players.
According to a report from ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, the team brought in veteran defensive lineman Khalid Kareem for a workout on Tuesday. Kareem spent the last two seasons in Atlanta, appearing six total games while alternating between the 53-man roster and practice squad.
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Kareem, 28, has appeared in 34 career games since being selected by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fifth round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of Notre Dame.
The Falcons signed undrafted free agent Josh Thompson to their practice squad on Tuesday afternoon. Thompson, an undrafted free agent out of LSU, signed with the Kansas City Chiefs following the 2026 NFL Draft. The rookie can provide some depth along the interior of Atlanta’s offensive line.
Check out the Falcons’ updated practice squad below.
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the filed after warm ups prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Jack Strand (18) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski speaks to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) calls for a play from behind the line of scrimmage against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Brian Robinson Jr. (15) celebrates with quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) after scoring a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
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Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) speaks to his teammates before calling for a play against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons QB Tua Tagovailoa sharp in return to Miami
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) looks on from behind the line of scrimmage against the Miami Dolphins during the first quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) leaves the filed after warm ups prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Cooper Rush (13) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons rookie QB Jack Strand makes initial 53-man roster
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Jack Strand (18) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (1) warms up before the game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images
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Falcons vs. Dolphins: Best photos from Friday’s preseason finale
Aug 28, 2026; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) warms up prior to a pre season game against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Storry-Imagn Images
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