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NFL·PREVIEW·November 8, 2026 08:04 AM ET

Falcons deactivate Drake Jackson, Jack Strand for Week 9

Andy Dalton is designated as emergency third quarterback.

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Why it matters: Jackson sits after being elevated to the active roster ahead of Sunday. Dalton's designation as the third quarterback keeps him available exclusively under league emergency protocols without consuming an active game-day roster spot.

What to watch: Atlanta evaluates the roster availability of Jackson and Longerbeam ahead of Week 10.

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