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Ovie Mughelli - RB - Falcons

Free agent FB Ovie Mughelli will visit the Rams on Wednesday.

Mughelli visited the Dolphins last week. Rams coach Jeff Fisher and OC Brian Schottenheimer both have an extensive history of utilizing the fullback in the running game, so it's no surprise that Mughelli has their interest.
Related: Rams
Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter
May 22 - 7:30 PM
William Moore - DB - Falcons

William Moore is entrenched as the Falcons' starting strong safety and finally fully healthy after an injury-plagued first three NFL seasons.

Moore has racked up seven picks and three forced fumbles over the past two seasons despite the injuries, and he may be poised for a breakout campaign in a contract year. "He looks good this offseason," DBs coach Tim Lewis said. "He’s ready to roll. ... You’ll see him more often that you have in the past."
Source: atlantafalcons.com
May 16 - 2:20 PM
Ovie Mughelli - RB - Falcons

Free agent FB Ovie Mughelli is visiting the Dolphins on Thursday.

With only H-Back Charles Clay and over-sized runner Jerome Messam on the roster, the Dolphins lack a true lead blocker. Mughelli could fit the bill if he's fully recovered from his torn MCL at age 32.
Related: Dolphins
Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter
May 16 - 12:11 PM
Lamar Holmes - T - Falcons

Falcons signed No. 91 overall pick OT Lamar Holmes to a four-year contract.

A first team All-Conference USA selection, Holmes led an offensive line that paved the way for Southern Miss to post more than 6,000 yards of offense for the first time in school history. At 6'6" and 325 pounds, he possesses the size and athleticism to stay at left tackle in the NFL. Holmes will likely play a swing tackle role as a rookie.
May 15 - 6:18 PM
Ray Kibble - DL - Falcons

Falcons waived DT Ray Kibble.

Signed as a priority UDFA at the end of last month, Kibble didn't show enough in rookie minicamp to stick. In corresponding moves, the Falcons announced the signings of FB Lee Meisner, TE Aron White, and WR Kenny Stafford.
May 13 - 8:15 PM
Travian Robertson - DL - Falcons

Falcons signed seventh-round DT Travian Robertson to a four-year contract.

Robertson stands 6-foot-4, 300, but possesses short arms and moderate athleticism. He may need Atlanta to keep five defensive tackles to make the club.
May 13 - 3:06 PM
Bradie Ewing - RB - Falcons

Falcons signed fifth-round FB Bradie Ewing to a four-year contract.

The Ewing pick made Ovie Mughelli expendable in Atlanta, also saving the club considerable cap room. Ewing cleared lanes for Heisman finalist Montee Ball at Wisconsin. The 6-foot, 239-pound fullback also impressed with a 36 1/2-inch vertical and 10-foot broad jump at February's Scouting Combine.
May 13 - 3:05 PM
Charles Mitchell - DB - Falcons

Falcons signed sixth-round S Charles Mitchell to a four-year contract.

Mitchell doesn't possess any truly special traits as cover man, but he hits like a ton of bricks at 5-foot-11 and 202 pounds. He's likely ticketed for special teams as a rookie. Mitchell should also back up SS William Moore.
May 13 - 3:04 PM
Peter Konz - C - Falcons

Falcons signed rookie G/C Peter Konz, the No. 55 overall pick, to a four-year contract.

Konz will compete for Atlanta's starting right guard job as a rookie, but he projects as C Todd McClure's successor in the long term. In order to excel as a run blocker in the Falcons' power-blocking scheme, Konz will have to improve his strength. While he should pass block effectively at 6'5/314 with 33-inch arms, Konz's upper body has lots of room for improvement.
May 13 - 1:34 PM
Harry Douglas - WR - Falcons

Coach Mike Smith said Dominique Franks and Harry Douglas are candidates to replace Eric Weems as the Falcons' punt returner.

Weems, rated a top-five returner by Pro Football Focus three years in a row, signed with Chicago in March. Douglas' priority is manning the slot on offense, but that's not an every-down job. He hasn't returned a punt, however, since 2008. Franks is buried on the cornerback depth chart and returned just one punt in 2011.
Related: Dominique Franks
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
May 13 - 9:53 AM
Jonathan Massaquoi - DL - Falcons

Falcons fifth-round pick DE Jonathan Massaquoi reported to rookie minicamp at 260 pounds.

Massaquoi has dropped 15 pounds since the Combine in an effort to get back to his junior year playing weight, when he posted a career best 13.5 sacks. "We felt looking at him, he looked to be heavier as a senior," coach Mike Smith said. "He played a little lighter as a junior when he had more production. His weight is down and he looks a lot leaner than he did in the season."
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com
May 12 - 9:25 PM
Lamar Holmes - T - Falcons

Falcons third-round OT Lamar Holmes is missing rookie minicamp with a left foot injury.

The Falcons weren't aware of the injury when they drafted Holmes. "It’s something that became evident in his post-draft physical," coach Mike Smith conceded. Smith claims that the foot injury is "minor," and Holmes' absence from workouts is "precautionary." Holmes' status for full-squad OTAs is unknown.
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
May 11 - 7:51 PM
Ovie Mughelli - RB - Falcons

Falcons released FB Ovie Mughelli.

Mughelli has been the Falcons' lead blocker since 2007, but his release became inevitable after Atlanta used a fifth-round pick on Wisconsin FB Bradie Ewing. Coming off a torn MCL and one month shy of his 32nd birthday, Mughelli was due an untenable $3 million in 2012. Mughelli should latch on somewhere as camp competition for the veteran's minimum.
Source: Zach Klein on Twitter
May 8 - 9:45 AM
Trey Lewis - DL - Falcons

The Bears have invited free agent DT Trey Lewis to their upcoming rookie camp.

At one point a promising nose-tackle prospect out of D-II Washburn, Lewis has flamed out of the NFL due to persistent knee injuries and an inability to push the pocket. He was one of new Bears GM Phil Emery's 2007 draft picks in Atlanta.
Related: Bears
Source: Chicago Tribune
May 6 - 2:13 PM
Dunta Robinson - DB - Falcons

The Falcons will likely use Dunta Robinson as their slot cornerback on passing downs this season, with Brent Grimes and Asante Samuel outside.

It's particularly notable because Robinson played in the slot with the Texans early in his career and got absolutely toasted. "I know Dunta has wanted to play inside in the nickel spot," said GM Tom Dimitroff. "He did it out in Houston before he came our way. He’s an aggressive guy who can play the run as well as be aggressive in the pass game. I think it’s going to be a nice mix of talents."
Source: Sirius XM Sports
May 3 - 8:54 AM

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