Austin Hooper Returns to Falcons, Boosting Tight End Room

0:00Welcome to NFL News Today, two minutes of updates that matter to NFL fans, hit subscribe and stay connected. Atlanta Falcons fans are getting a blast from the past, with the signing of former tight-end Austin Hooper. The third round pick from 2016 is back in town after six years away, joining wide receiver Olamide Zachales on a budget-friendly deal. Hooper thrived as a key target for Matt Ryan during his first in here, putting up his best numbers in Atlanta. He stayed solid as a blocker everywhere else and still catches passes reliably when given chances, like his 21 grabs for 200. Sixty-three yards and two scores last year with New England. These moves bring back familiar faces that new coordinator Kevin Stofanski knows well from Cleveland were Hooper produced in two tight-end sets. Fans see it as a smart floor-raiser for the tight-end room, pairing him nicely with Kyle Pitts without breaking the bank. The team is clearly hunting value reunions to plug gaps at receiver, and tight-end amid limited cash.

1:01They're also reportedly eyeing affordable quarterback options like Tuah, Options, like Tuah Taco-Viloa, though bigger needs linger at linebacker and cornerback. Keep an eye on Atlanta's roster tweaks as they build depth on the cheap. Hooper's return has everyone buzzing about that 19 vibe reborn. This episode is supported by our sponsor, see details in the description. Hitphones in a pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense.