Kaleb McGary Retires, Falcons Scramble for OL Replacement

0:00It's April 8th. This is NFL News Today, powered by AI tracking teams, players and standings. Kayla McGarry, the Atlanta Falcons' right tackle for six years, just announced his retirement from the NFL at age 31. Drafted 31st overall in 2019, he started 92 gains, but sat out the entire 2025 season after a preseason knee injury. His agent broke the news on Twitter Wednesday afternoon, catching everyone off guard since McGarry was still around the facility, rehabbing earlier this year. This shakes up the Falcons' offensive line big time, leaving fans in the front office scrambling as they prioritize the offseason rebuild. With no first round pick this month, they might target a starter at their 48th selection or a slide left guard Matthew Bergeron over to right. Tackle, like they almost did last year. Atlanta's got options on the roster with veteran Storm Norton, who missed 2025 with a leg issue. Plus Michael Gerald in last years, seventh rounder Jack Nelson, fulfilling those shoes

1:03won't be easy heading into next season.