Falcons get Jake Matthews back at practice

Published October 8, 2026 04:06 PM The Falcons had a positive change on their injury report Thursday. Left tackle Jake Matthews returned to practice after being listed as out of Wednesday’s walkthrough with the groin injury he suffered on Monday night. Matthews was a limited participant.Linebacker Divine Deablo and defensive end Samson Ebukam were both added to the injury report. Both players were limited with hamstring injuries. Defensive end Za’Darius Smith (concussion, neck) remained out of practice. Offensive lineman Michael Jerrell (ankle) and defensive end Cameron Thomas (shoulder) were both listed as full participants after being in the limited category to start the week. The Falcons will issue injury designations for Sunday night’s game against the Ravens on Friday.