The Atlanta Falcons sign veteran quarterback Andy Dalton and release Cooper Rush after a 31–23 loss to the Chicago Bears, according to multiple reports. ESPN and NFL Network reporters say Atlanta makes the move on Monday, with NDTV linking the change to the defeat.
CBS Sports adds context that Dalton is joining Atlanta about 10 days after Philadelphia released him. The Athletic reports Dalton, 38, is expected to compete for Atlanta’s backup quarterback role behind Michael Penix Jr, alongside Tua Tagovailoa. Yahoo Sports similarly frames the move as adding veteran depth and competition to the Falcons’ quarterback room. Across outlets, the central point is the same: Cooper Rush is cut, Dalton is signed, and the signing is viewed primarily as a challenge for the backup position.
