The Atlanta Falcons are signing former Baltimore Ravens quarterback Cooper Rush to add depth to their quarterback roster. Multiple outlets report the move comes as the Falcons face injuries in the position group, including to quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, who is limited by a back injury. The Athletic adds that Tagovailoa is expected to be limited through at least the first week of Falcons training camp. Yahoo Sports also links the signing to injuries involving both Tagovailoa and quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
Rush previously played for the Ravens, and Yahoo Sports reports he was a backup there before being released. The Times of India describes the signing as a reassurance during a period when rookie quarterback Jack Strand is left as the only active quarterback. Overall, the sources agree the Falcons are bringing in Rush to provide additional quarterback coverage while their current starters and key backups recover.
