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Falcons sign Andre Smith Jr. to roster; release Tae Davis

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Credit: Jason Getz/For the AJC

Credit: Jason Getz/For the AJC

JASON GETZ // THE ATLANTA JOURNAL-CONSTITUTION
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Nov 7, 2023

FLOWERY BRANCH — The Falcons signed linebacker Andre Smith Jr., who was on the practice squad, to the active roster Tuesday.

To make room for Smith, the Falcons released linebacker Tae Davis.

Smith has played in three games for the Falcons this season. Davis was used mostly on special teams.

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