Falcons Promote Chris Blair, Khalid Kareem for Rams Matchup
The Atlanta Falcons announced the promotion of Chris Blair and Khalid Kareem ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. This decision aligns with the NFL’s rule, allowing teams to elevate two players from their practice squad to the active roster for each game day.
Understanding Practice Squad Elevations
Each NFL team can elevate two practice squad players for game day. Players can be elevated three times during the season. If a player is elevated a fourth time, they must be signed to the 53-man roster.
Current Status of Chris Blair and Khalid Kareem
Chris Blair, a wide receiver, and Khalid Kareem, an edge rusher, are now positioned to contribute to the Falcons as they prepare to face the Rams. To keep Blair active for the significant Week 18 game against the New Orleans Saints, the Falcons will need to make a decision on his future with the team.
2025 Standard Practice Squad Elevations
The following players have been elevated from the Falcons’ practice squad during the current season:
- Week 1: WR David Sills V, RB Carlos Washington Jr.
- Week 6: CB Keith Taylor, WR Deven Thompkins
- Week 8: WR Dylan Drummond, QB Easton Stick
- Week 9: WR Dylan Drummond
- Week 10: CB Keith Taylor, OL Joshua Gray
- Week 11: CB Cobee Bryant, S Jammie Robinson
- Week 12: WR Dylan Drummond, S Jammie Robinson
- Week 13: WR Deven Thompkins
- Week 14: CB C.J. Henderson
- Week 15: S Jammie Robinson, WR Chris Blair
- Week 16: WR Chris Blair, EDGE Khalid Kareem
The upcoming decisions regarding player movements will play a crucial role in shaping the team’s playoff prospects. The Falcons’ coaching staff will be closely monitoring the situation as they strive for victory against the Rams.
