Falcons Sign Bailey, Folk to Boost Special Teams

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to keep up with every headline, every game. The Atlanta Falcons are bolstering their special teams ahead of Reagency by signing Punter Jake Bailey to a three-year deal worth $9 million, dollars with $5 million guaranteed, and veteran kicker Nick Folk to a two-year contract. Bailey joins from the Miami Dolphins, where he worked last season with Falcon Special Teams coordinator Craig Aukerman. The seven-year veteran previously spent time with the New England Patriots and bring solid punting experience to the team. Meanwhile, Folk, a 41-year-old with 18 NFL seasons under his belt, also links up again with Aukerman after their one-year together in Tennessee. He has kicked for teams like the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, New England Patriots, and Tennessee Titans. These moves address key needs. As Bailey averages 46.3 yards per punt, and Folk leads active players with 431.

1:02Field goals made it an 85% success rate. Both have shown reliability in clutch moments. Former Falcons Punter, Bradley Pingan and Kicker Zanganzales are now free agents and likely headed elsewhere signaling a fresh start for Lannis. Kicking game as they gear up for the season. The Daily News Now is powered by our sponsor, Lincoln the Description. Do not just fall asleep, drift into what you are listening to. S-O-L-I-SOLY-PILLOW dot com.