NFL · Atlanta Falcons · 12:38 ET · via @marcraimondi

Atlanta Falcons release kicker Nick Folk

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Marc Raimondi confirmed the release, originally reported by Jordan Schultz.

The are releasing kicker Nick Folk, as first reported by Jordan Schultz and confirmed by Marc Raimondi.

Folk leaves the active roster after nine games this season. The 42-year-old converted 13 of 18 field goal attempts and 17 of 18 extra points during his 2026 campaign.

operates without a named replacement on the active roster and will need to add a kicker before their next game against the Kansas City Chiefs.