Kendall Sheffield Injury News & Updates
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Sent to practice-squad IR list
Sheffield (undisclosed) was placed on the practice-squad injured list by Miami on Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield will be ineligible to be elevated over the next four games. He's appeared in two games for the Dolphins this season, seeing 22 snaps on defense and another three on special teams.
Oct 9, 2025
Joins Miami's practice squad
Sheffield (undisclosed) signed with the Dolphins' practice squad Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
This move indicates that Sheffield has recovered from the undisclosed injury he was dealing with in August, when the Dolphins waived the cornerback with an injury settlement. Now healthy, Sheffield will provide organizational depth in the secondary.
Aug 27, 2025
Gets released with injury waiver
Miami released Sheffield (undisclosed) with an injury settlement Tuesday, per the NFL's transaction log.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield couldn't earn a spot on the Dolphins' final 53-man roster after joining the team back in May, and now he's getting cut. The injury settlement he negotiated with the team means he'll be eligible to suit back up as soon as he's fully healthy again.
Aug 21, 2025
Expected to miss a few days
Sheffield (undisclosed) is day-to-day due to a soft tissue injury, Joe Schad of the Palm Beach Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield didn't practice Thursday and could miss up to a week, per head coach Mike McDaniel. The cornerback should be back by the Sept. 7 regular-season opener against the Colts.
May 12, 2025
Moving to Miami
Sheffield signed with the Dolphins on Monday.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield will now remain in the AFC East after spending his 2024 campaign with the Jets. The Ohio State product appeared in six games last season, recording nine total tackles while playing 134 total snaps (87 defensive, and 47 on special teams). He's now expected to compete for a similar role on the Dolphins in 2025, contributing both defensively and on special teams.
Jul 27, 2024
Picked up by Gang Green
Sheffield signed a contract with the Jets on Saturday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield played five games between the Titans and 49ers in 2023 and accumulated four solo tackles for the latter in the process. Prior to that, he spent his first three seasons in Atlanta. The journeyman will now look for a fresh start in New York by competing for a depth role in the secondary.
Sep 21, 2023
Works out for 49ers
Sheffield (undisclosed) was brought in for a tryout by San Francisco on Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield dealt with an undisclosed injury during training camp with the Texans, and he was let go by the team in mid-August. Now, the 27-year-old cornerback appears to be healthy and ready to sign with a new squad this season.
Jul 30, 2023
Returning to practice
Sheffield (undisclosed) was activated from the PUP list Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield returns to the field after opening camp on the physically-unable-to-perform list. He'll now work to earn a role in Houston's secondary after not making an active roster during the 2022 campaign.
Jul 25, 2023
Headed to PUP list
The Texans announced that Sheffield (undisclosed) will open up training camp on the active/PUP list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield will now look to get healthy before the start of the season after signing with the Texans in March. The 27-year-old hasn't appeared in a regular season game since 2021, where he registered four tackles (two solo) for the Falcons and will likely find himself competing for a roster spot once healthy.
Mar 3, 2023
Signs with Houston
The Texans signed Sheffield on Friday.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was selected by the Falcons in the fourth round of the 2019 Draft and appeared in 38 contests over three seasons before being waived following the 2021 campaign. He was claimed by Houston in May but let go in October and remained a free agent for the remainder of the season. He'll get another chance to spend time with Houston during the offseason and compete for a roster spot heading into training camp.
Oct 20, 2022
Tries out for Big Blue
Sheffield (undisclosed) was brought in for a workout with the Giants on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was waived with an injury designation before reverting to the Texans' IR in late August. The fourth-year cornerback was then let go by Houston on Oct. 11, and he appears to be healthy again after trying out for the Giants. Sheffield recorded 97 tackles, six passes defended and two forced fumbles in 29 games over his first two seasons, though he played just 49 defensive snaps during nine contests with Atlanta in 2021.
Oct 11, 2022
Waived from IR
Sheffield (undisclosed) was waived from the Texans' injured reserve list Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
While there was no mention of an injury settlement, Sheffield will leave Houston after being waived from IR. The 26-year-old cornerback will look to make his 2022 season debut elsewhere.
Aug 31, 2022
Reverts to IR
Sheffield (undisclosed) reverted to the Texans' injured reserve list Wednesday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was waived/injured by the Texans on Tuesday but went unclaimed on waivers. He'll be forced to miss the entire 2022 campaign unless he reaches an injury settlement with Houston.
Aug 30, 2022
Shifted to IR
Sheffield (undisclosed) was placed on the Texans' injured reserve Tuesday.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield signed with Houston in May after recording four tackles over nine games with Atlanta in 2022. The 26-year-old cornerback will now have to miss the entirety of the 2022 campaign while on the team's IR, unless he can secure an injury settlement.
May 16, 2022
Headed to Houston
Sheffield was claimed off waivers by the Texans on Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was waived by Atlanta late last week but has already found a new landing spot. He figures to provide depth at corner and has experience playing on special teams in each of his three seasons in the NFL.
May 16, 2022
Cut by Falcons
Sheffield was waived by the Falcons on Friday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was a 2019 fourth round selection of Atlanta, whose role with the franchise declined last season. Although he missed time with a bad hamstring, he still only played 49 snaps on defense across nine games, compared to 524 in 13 games during 2020. He'll look to establish himself once again next season, most likely with another team.
Dec 2, 2021
Practices in full
Sheffield (hamstring) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield hasn't seen the field since Week 9, but now that he's recovered from his hamstring injury he will be available for Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers. Through three appearances this season, Sheffield has been entirely limited to special teams.
Nov 26, 2021
Out Week 12
Sheffield (hamstring) will remain sidelined for Sunday's matchup with the Jaguars, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was activated off the Falcons' injured reserve on Oct. 9. However, he has yet to make his season debut. He was unable to practice all week, so the news is unsurprising. His next chance to debut will come in Week 13 versus the Bucs.
Nov 17, 2021
Out again Week 11
Sheffield (hamstring) won't play in the Falcons' Week 11 contest against the Patriots on Thursday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield's season debut will get pushed back one more week as the cornerback is still not ready to see the field. Expect Sheffield to assume a depth role in Atlanta's secondary once he is able to play again. The cornerback's next chance to make his debut will be in Week 12 against the Jaguars.
Nov 12, 2021
Won't play in Week 10
Sheffield (hamstring) won't play in the Falcons' Week 10 contest against the Cowboys, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield's 2021-22 season debut will have to wait as the cornerback's next chance to play will come in Week 11, when the Falcons play the Patriots. Expect Sheffield to take over his depth role in Atlanta's secondary when he is healthy enough to return to the field.
Nov 10, 2021
Misses practice Wednesday
Sheffield (hamstring) was unable to practice for the Falcons on Wednesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield has yet to play this season as he's been dealing with a hamstring injury that he suffered in training camp. The cornerback has been on the Falcons' injured reserve since early September. Expect Sheffield to record at least one full practice before returning to the playing field.
Oct 9, 2021
Activated from IR
Sheffield was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback has been unavailable this season while dealing with an undisclosed injury. He'll make his first appearance of the season Sunday versus the Jets after making 51 tackles with three pass deflections and a forced fumble in 2020.
Sep 29, 2021
Designated to return from IR
Sheffield (undisclosed) will return to practice Wednesday, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield missed the majority of training camp and the first three weeks of the season with an undisclosed injury. The 25-year-old will now have three weeks to be added to the active roster. If he isn't, he will head back to IR for the remainder of the season.
Sep 3, 2021
Lands on IR
The Falcons placed Sheffield (undisclosed) on injured reserve Wednesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield missed the majority of training camp with the undisclosed injury and will now miss at least the first three weeks of the regular season.
Jan 9, 2021
Coverage struggles continue in 2020
Sheffield logged five tackles (four solo) during last Sunday's 44-27 loss to Tampa Bay, and he closed the 2020 campaign with 51 tackles, three pass deflections and a forced fumble over 13 games.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield remains without an interception over 29 NFL appearances, as Atlanta tied for 24th in the league with 11 forced interceptions in 2020. Meanwhile, he's surrendered an average 73.6 percent completion rate and a passer rating of 114.7 over 125 career coverage targets. The 2019 fourth-round draft choice from Ohio State remains under contract for two more seasons, as Atlanta continues to develop its homegrown cornerback nucleus of Sheffield, A.J. Terrell and Isaiah Oliver.
Dec 6, 2020
Active for NFC South battle
Sheffield (illness) is active for Sunday's game versus the Saints, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite sitting out the entire practice week, Sheffield has been cleared for Week 13. Sheffield slots in as the No. 3 tight end behind A.J. Terrell and Darqueze Dennard, and he typically plays around half of the defensive snaps per game.
Dec 4, 2020
Questionable for Week 13
Sheffield (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Saints, Katherine Terrell of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was unable to practice all week due to this illness, which isn't linked to COVID-19 at this time. He has two more days to recover. Otherwise, he'll sit out for the first time since Week 3. If that happens, Blidi Wreh-Wilson could see more reps at cornerback Sunday.
Dec 2, 2020
Can't practice Wednesday
Sheffield (illness) did not participate during the Falcons' practice session Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield logged three total tackles on 32 defensive snaps during Atlanta's Week 12 win over the Raiders. He was not reported as having any issues postgame, rendering his illness a new development as the Falcons open up the in-person practice week. The 24-year-old's defensive involvement has faded recently, with A.J. Terrell, Darqueze Dennard and Isaiah Oliver all receiving more snaps than him over each of the Falcons' past three games.
Nov 6, 2020
Good to go Sunday
Sheffield (concussion) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old suffered the concussion last Thursday against the Panthers, but he was able to clear the concussion protocol with the extra time between games. Sheffield should fill his usual role in the secondary for Atlanta on Sunday.
Nov 4, 2020
Dealing with concussion
Sheffield (concussion) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield's head injury has been confirmed as a concussion, so he'll need to clear concussion protocol to suit up Sunday against the Broncos. On the bright side, the second-year cornerback was at least able to get in a limited practice to start the week.
Oct 29, 2020
Injures head again
Sheffield was cleared to return after sustaining a head injury in the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Panthers, but re-injured his head in the second half and is now questionable to return, Jason Butt of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
If Sheffield misses the remainder of Thursday's game, Blidi Wreh-Wilson figures to handle starting duties at cornerback as he has done through out much of the contest.
Oct 29, 2020
Questionable with head injury
Sheffield is being evaluated for a head injury and is questionable to return, Jason Butt of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield took a shot to the head from his teammate on the Falcons' first defensive play of the game and was slow to get up. As long as Sheffield is out, Blidi Wreh-Wilson is slated to take over at cornerback.
Oct 24, 2020
To suit up for Week 7
Sheffield (foot) logged a full practice Friday and he does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield tweaked his ankle during Atlanta's Week 6 triumph over the Vikings, but he was able to return to action and garner 91 percent of the defensive snaps. The second-year man was forced to sit out the first three games of 2020 because of a foot injury, and so far he has struggled in coverage when active. Though Sheffield does own two pass deflections on the year, opponents are averaging an astronomical 15.8 yards per completion when throwing in his direction.
Oct 11, 2020
Back in action Sunday
Sheffield (ankle) returned to Sunday's game against the Panthers, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old exited after tweaking his ankle and was considered questionable to return, but he was ultimately able to retake the field. Sheffield has four tackles and one pass defensed with the Falcons trailing 20-10 during the third quarter.
Oct 11, 2020
Dealing with ankle injury
Sheffield exited Sunday's game against the Panthers with an ankle injury, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old missed the first three games of the season with a foot injury, so it's at least good news that he didn't aggravate that injury. Blidi Wreh-Wilson should see more snaps while Sheffield is sidelined.
Oct 7, 2020
Decent 2020 debut on MNF
Sheffield collected six tackles and one pass deflection while playing 100 percent of the defensive snaps during Monday night's 30-16 loss to Green Bay.
ANALYSIS
Though Atlanta's defense as a whole was torched by Aaron Rodgers, surrendering 327 passing yards and four touchdowns to the future Hall of Famer, Sheffield allowed completions on just 50 percent of his targets. The 24-year-old held Rodgers to a 67.2 pass rating when throwing in his direction, but with Darqueze Dennard (hamstring), Keanu Neal (hamstring) and Ricardo Allen (elbow) all unavailable for Week 4, the Falcons were no match for Green Bay's passing attack. Next up is a showdown with NFC South rival Carolina and its quarterback Teddy Bridgewater, who is coming off a 276-yard, two-touchdown passing performance against the Cardinals.
Oct 3, 2020
Season debut on tap
Sheffield (foot) practiced fully Saturday and is expected to start Monday's game versus the Packers, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield has officially been cleared to return after sitting out the first three games of the season. The Falcons' secondary is notoriously porous, ranking 31st with 350.3 passing yards allowed per game, and Sheffield will attempt to patch it up in his return to the lineup. Last season, he allowed a 110.0 passer rating and two touchdowns when targeted.
Oct 1, 2020
First practice session of season
Sheffield (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield missed Atlanta's first three games of the season due to a foot injury, but he now looks on track for Monday's upcoming contest against the Packers. Per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Sheffield is expected to immediately handle his usual starting role at left cornerback.
Sep 30, 2020
Returning to practice
Coach Dan Quinn said that Sheffield (foot) will return to practice beginning Thursday, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Quinn expanded by stating that the team will monitor Sheffield's progress during practice sessions throughout the week, and that a decision on his availability for Monday Night Football will be made from there. Darqueze Dennard (hamstring) landed on injured reserve Tuesday, and rookie A.J. Terrell is currently on the Reserve-COVID-19 list, leaving Atlanta with a precarious situation in the secondary. This is certainly not an ideal week to be short-handed, as the Falcons take on Green Bay's Aaron Rodgers, who is boasting a 9:0 TD:INT with over 295 passing yards per game.
Sep 25, 2020
Ruled out to face Bears
Sheffield (foot) is ruled out for Sunday's game against Chicago, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield will miss his third straight contest of the season due to a lingering foot injury. His next chance to take the field will come Week 4 in Green Bay during Monday Night Football.
Sep 23, 2020
Expected to miss Week 3
Sheffield (foot) is not expected to suit up against Chicago on Sunday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield has missed back-to-back games to begin the 2020 season, and it looks as though he'll need to wait at least another week before retaking the field. Darqueze Dennard stands to continue playing a starting role as long as Sheffield is unable to go.
Sep 18, 2020
Won't suit up Sunday
Sheffield (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Cowboys, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield's season debut will wait another week. His absence leaves the Falcons in a tight spot against the receiver-rich Cowboys, and Darqueze Dennard should maintain his starting role in Week 2. Sheffield will look to get healthy for Week 3's clash against Chicago.
Sep 16, 2020
Foot injury persists
Sheffield (foot) did not practice Wednesday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Coach Dan Quinn has downplayed Sheffield's foot injury, but it forced the cornerback to miss Atlanta's first game. If Sheffield fails to up his practice participation as the week unfolds, he'll likely be out again Sunday in Dallas.
Sep 14, 2020
injury downplayed
Coach Dan Quinn said Monday he doesn't expect Sheffield (foot) to face a long-term absence, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The 24-year-old was inactive for the season opener due to the left foot issue he was battling during training camp, but it doesn't appear to be a serious concern. Sheffield's status for Week 2 against the Cowboys should receive more clarity once the Falcons return to practice Wednesday.
Sep 11, 2020
Officially out Sunday
Sheffield (foot) has been ruled out of Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield battled this injury through training camp and was unable to practice all week, so he'll watch from the sidelines Sunday. Darqueze Dennard should see an increase in snaps with Sheffield out, and Blidi Wreh-Wilson could also enjoy a bump in usage.
Sep 10, 2020
Unlikely to go Week 1
Sheffield (foot) is doubtful to play Sunday against Seattle, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The second-year cornerback continues to sport a walking boot, leaving Atlanta with just one of its top three perimeter cornerbacks certain to suit up Week 1. Rookie A.J. Terrell (hamstring) was limited Thursday, leaving Isaiah Oliver as the only member of the group who is completely clear for play at the moment. With Sheffield likely to be on the shelf Week 1, veteran Darqueze Dennard may shift out of the slot and see more snaps lining up on perimeter receivers.
Sep 9, 2020
Can't practice Wednesday
Sheffield (foot) was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield was spotted wearing a walking boot on his left foot at Wednesday's practice, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution . When healthy, the second-year pro looks primed to handle a rotational role at cornerback, but he'll only have two more opportunities to practice ahead of Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.
Aug 18, 2020
Back at practice
Sheffield (foot) returned to practice Tuesday morning, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The second-year pro missed a few days of practice while nursing a sore foot. Sheffield will compete for cornerback snaps with A.J. Terrell, Isaiah Oliver and Darqueze Dennard.
Aug 15, 2020
Misses second straight practice
Sheffield was absent from a second consecutive practice session Saturday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. ,
ANALYSIS
It has not yet been announced why Sheffield is not practicing, but an update on his status is expected from coach Dan Quinn shortly. The former Ohio State Buckeye logged 11 starts as a rookie last year, and based on Quinn's high praise of him this offseason it seems he is slated to inherit a prominent defensive role for 2020 as well.
Apr 20, 2020
Garnering praise from head coach
Coach Dan Quinn believes that Sheffield could develop into the Falcons' No. 1 cornerback, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. "He's definitely somebody with the speed and short-space quickness to (become our best cornerback)," Quinn said Monday. "I definitely think he has a shot to do that, based on his speed and that I think he's going to continue to grow."
ANALYSIS
Some advanced metrics providers may consider the coach's assessment optimistic, as Pro Football Focus reported Sheffield as having the 15th-worst coverage grade among 114 qualified cornerbacks last year. He fielded 378 of his 697 defensive snaps in the slot and another 227 as a wide corner, but he'll have to improve in both regards if he is to match up reasonably against the myriad of Pro-Bowl caliber receivers within his own division.
Dec 29, 2019
Leaves with ankle injury
Sheffield won't return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers after suffering an ankle injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield has been a starter since Week 6, and he's recorded 36 tackles and three pass breakups over the last 10 games. The rookie fourth-round pick's season is over. Blidi Wreh-Wilson and Jamar Taylor are in line for additional snaps for the remainder of Sunday's divisional clash.
Sep 4, 2019
Fully recovered
Sheffield (hamstring) is not listed on Atlanta's injury report Wednesday, William McFadden of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Sheffield appears back to full health after managing a hamstring injury during the preseason. The rookie fourth-round pick projects to contribute on special times and provide the Falcons with depth in the secondary.
Aug 15, 2019
Exits with hamstring injury
Sheffield was removed from Thursday's preseason matchup with the Jets due to a hamstring injury, Wendy Adams of the Falcons Radio Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The injury is the second to afflict Atlanta's secondary Thursday, as Damontae Kazee also exited the contest with a rib injury. With Sheffield sidelined, Chris Cooper, Ryan Neal and Jayson Stanley seem likeliest to see extra reps.