Troy Andersen Injury News & Updates

The Falcons placed Anderson on the reserve/PUP list Tuesday, Terrin Waack, Will McFadden and Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Andersen started camp on the physically unable to perform list while continuing to recover from a knee injury that caused him to land on IR in December. The move to the reserve/PUP list means the 2022 second-rounder will be forced to miss at least the first four games of the regular season, making Week 6 against the Bills on Monday, Oct. 13 the first opportunity for him to make his 2025 regular-season debut. Andersen has served in a rotational role at inside linebacker over his first three NFL seasons, so JD Bertrand, DeAngelo Malone and Josh Woods are all candidates to see increased snaps on defense behind starters Kaden Elliss and Divine Deablo due to Andersen's injury.

Andersen (knee) will start training camp on the active/PUP list, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Andersen was placed on injured reserve back in Week 16 of last season due to a knee injury, and it appears as if the 26-year-old is still dealing with lingering effects. The fourth-year pro can return to practice at any point during the preseason, but Andersen might be on the outside looking in as the team's preferred starter after the Falcons signed Divine Deablo this offseason.

Andersen (knee) recorded 47 tackles (28 solo) and a pick-six in seven games this season.

The inside linebacker's knee injury forced him to end the campaign on injured reserve. In the three games in which he played on at least 76 percent of the defensive snaps, Andersen finished with nine, 12 and 17 tackles, respectively. Unfortunately, Andersen also ended 2023 on injured reserve, due to a shoulder/pectoral injury.

Andersen (knee) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

Andersen was already ruled out for Monday's game against he Raiders, but he'll now be sidelined for an even greater length of time. Unless the Falcons make the playoffs, the third-year pro's season will be done, as his placement on IR will ensure he misses at least their next four games.

Andersen (knee) won't suit up Monday against Las Vegas, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Andersen has been dealing with the knee issue since getting hurt Week 4 versus New Orleans. He's played in just three of Atlanta's nine contests since and has seen his defensive snap can't fall after getting off to a strong start to the campaign. With Andersen out again Week 15, Nate Landman could take on a larger portion of defensive snaps.

Andersen (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, but the issue wasn't serious enough to prevent him from practicing in full Thursday. The third-year linebacker played just 16 defensive snaps against the Chargers this past Sunday, but assuming he's past his knee injury, Andersen should operate on a larger snap account against the Vikings this Sunday.

Andersen (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen appeared to be past his knee issue after logging consecutive full practice sessions before Atlanta's Week 13 loss to the Chargers. However, he played just 16 defensive snaps Sunday before practicing in a limited capacity Wednesday, suggesting that the injury may have worsened. Andersen's participation Thursday and Friday will likely offer the best insight into whether he can suit up in Week 14, when the Falcons face the Vikings.

Andersen (knee) was listed as a full participant on Thursday's injury report, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Andersen has missed six games this season due to a knee injury, but it appears he's on track to play against the Chargers on Sunday given his practice participation Thursday. Across five regular-season games, Andersen has logged 44 tackles (26 solo) and one interception.

Andersen (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Andersen missed the Falcons' most recent game in the Week 11 loss to the Broncos due to a knee injury, and Wednesday's limited session indicates that he's still nursing the issue. If the third-year pro from Montana State is sidelined for the sixth time this season in Week 13, expect Rashaan Evans to serve as one of the Falcons' top backup inside linebackers.

Andersen (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

Andersen returned last week from his five-game absence but played just 13 defensive snaps and aggravated his preexisting knee injury. The Falcons will continue to rely on Kaden Elliss and Nate Landman at linebacker.

Andersen (knee) was listed as a limited participant for Wednesday's estimated injury report, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen aggravated a knee injury during the Falcons' 20-17 loss to the Saints this past Sunday. He was estimated as a limited Wednesday, so his practice participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his status for Week 11 against Denver.

Andersen will undergo a reevaluation Monday after aggravating his knee injury in Sunday's loss to the Saints, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Andersen missed five games with the injury and although he felt well enough to return to action and suit up against the Saints, he ultimately ended up sidelined again. A clearer picture of his potential to play Week 11 against the Broncos likely won't come until later in the week.

Andersen (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Saints and is expected to play.

Andersen practiced fully all week and looks ready to return to action after missing the previous five contests. His return figures to send Nate Landman back to the bench, leaving Andersen and Kaden Elliss as Atlanta's top linebackers. Both should be busy against a run-heavy New Orleans offense missing numerous key wide receivers.

Andersen (knee) remained sidelined at Thursday's practice, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.

Andersen has missed Atlanta's last five games, but coach Raheem Morris has continued to label him as day-to-day. He's likely going to need some form of practice participation Friday if he wants to have any chance of suiting up Sunday against the Saints. Kaden Elliss and Nate Landman have been filling in at linebacker.

Andersen (knee) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

Despite logging a full practice Friday, Andersen will miss a fifth straight game, leaving the door open for Kaden Elliss and Nate Landman to start again in the middle of Atlanta's defense. Andersen's next chance to suit up will be in Week 10 against New Orleans.

Andersen (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cowboys, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen upgraded to full participation Friday after beginning the Falcons' week of practice with back-to-back limited sessions. However, his questionable designation suggests that he's still dealing with his knee injury in some capacity and could miss his fifth consecutive game Sunday. If Andersen can't play through the issue in Week 9, expect Nate Landman to serve as one of Atlanta's top inside linebackers.

Andersen (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen has missed each of the Falcons' last four games due to a knee injury sustained in the team's Week 4 win over the Saints. He practiced in a limited fashion last week and has begun Atlanta's new week of practice as a limited participant once again. His participation Thursday and Friday is likely the best indication of whether he can return in Week 9, when the Falcons host the Cowboys.

Head coach Raheem Morris stated Monday that Andersen (knee) is still day-to-day, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen practiced in a limited fashion throughout Week 8 prep but ultimately was unable to suit up Sunday against Tampa Bay. His current day-to-day status implies his Week 9 availability is still up in the air, as the Montana State product works to return from a now four-game absence.

Andersen (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen practiced in a limited fashion throughout the week; however, Friday's injury report suggests his knee issue is still too much to overcome in Week 8. With Andersen set to miss his fourth consecutive game Sunday, expect Nate Landman to start alongside Kaden Elliss as part of the Falcons' top inside linebacker duo.

Andersen (knee) was listed as a limited participant on the Falcons' injury report Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Andersen has missed the Falcons' last three games due to a knee injury he suffered in Week 4 against the Saints. He's been unable to practice since the injury, so his ability to participate in Wednesday's session -- albeit in limited fashion -- is a good step in the right direction for the 2022 second-round pick. Andersen's practice participation over the next two days will provide clarity on his status ahead of Atlanta's Week 8 game against Tampa Bay on Sunday.

Andersen (knee) is expected to begin practicing Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Andersen has missed the Falcons' last three games after sustaining a knee injury in Atlanta's Week 4 win over the Saints. However, Ledbetter's report Monday suggests Andersen has a chance to suit up as soon as Week 8. The Montana State product's practice participation throughout the week will provide the best indication of whether he can return for Sunday's divisional matchup in Tampa Bay.

Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Friday that Andersen (knee) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen was unable to practice both Wednesday and Thursday and is now in line to miss his third consecutive game due to a knee injury. Expect Nate Landman to continue seeing additional reps with the Falcons' first-team defense while Andersen remains sidelined.

Andersen (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

Andersen was hoping to return for Atlanta's Week 7 matchup against the Seahawks after missing the team's last two games due to a knee injury, but Wednesday's DNP suggests he may need more time to recover. The third-year pro will likely need to upgrade to at least limited participation Thursday or Friday in order to suit up Sunday.

Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Monday that Atlanta will continue to evaluate Andersen (knee) as the week progresses, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen has missed the Falcons' last two games due to a knee injury sustained during the team's Week 4 win over the Saints. His practice participation will be the best indication on whether the Montana State product can return to Atlanta's linebacker corps in Week 7, when the Falcons host the Seahawks.

Andersen (knee) is out for Sunday's game against Carolina, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Andersen will miss his second-straight week after a pop-up knee injury made him inactive last week versus the Bucs. The 6-foot-4 linebacker's next shot to play will be Week 7 as Atlanta takes on the Seahawks at home.

Andersen (knee) didn't practice Wednesday.

Andersen was unable to suit up for the Falcons' Week 5 win over the Buccaneers due to a knee issue sustained the week prior, and Wednesday's DNP indicates he's still ways away from returning to the field. The third-year pro will likely need to upgrade to limited participation either Thursday and Friday to have a chance at suiting up for the Falcons' Week 6 contest against the Panthers.

Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Wednesday that Anderson (knee) won't play in Thursday night's matchup against the Buccaneers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

The third-year linebacker will not suit up for the Falcons' Week 5 divisional matchup after sustaining a knee injury in the fourth quarter of Week 4's win over the Saints. Andersen has been wreaking havoc on opposing offenses through the Falcons' first four contests, racking up 44 total tackles and one pick-six. Expect JD Bertrand to see more work with Atlanta's first-team defense in Andersen's stead.

Andersen recorded 17 total tackles (10 solo), an interception and a pass defensed in Sunday's 26-24 win over the Saints.

Andersen had himself a day against New Orleans, securing a career-high 17 takedowns in the victory. Additionally, he intercepted Derek Carr in the second quarter, returning it for a 47-yard touchdown. The linebacker was estimated as a non-participant at practice Monday with a knee injury and his status will be worth monitoring ahead of the team's matchup with the Buccaneers on Thursday Night Football. Through four games in 2024, Andersen has compiled 44 total tackles (26 solo), an interception and a pass defensed.

Andersen (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters earlier Monday that Andersen was day-to-day with this knee injury, so it's no surprise he was listed as a non-participant on the team's practice estimation. If the 25-year-old can't upgrade to at least limited participation Tuesday or Wednesday, it'll be tough for him to suit up for Thursday night's divisional matchup against the Buccaneers.

Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Monday that Andersen day-to-day with a knee injury, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen logged a monster performance before exiting with a knee issue in the fourth quarter of Sunday's win over the Saints, racking up 17 total tackles and a pick-six. The third-year linebacker's practice participation throughout the week will provide a better indication of his potential Week 5 availability, but it appears he avoided a serious injury.

Andersen is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Saints due to a knee injury, Ross Jackson of WWL Louisiana reports.

Andersen had 17 tackles (10 solo) and a 47-yard interception return for a touchdown before leaving in the fourth quarter of Sunday's game. JD Bertrand will see more snaps down the stretch at inside linebacker alongside starter Kaden Elliss while Andersen is sidelined.

Andersen recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.

With Nate Landman (pectoral) on injured reserve, Andersen drew a second consecutive start and made the most of his opportunity on Sunday Night Football, finishing one tackle short of his career-high mark. Over the last two weeks, Andersen has totaled 21 stops and should remain a strong IDP option, especially in leagues prioritizing tackles.

Andersen registered eight tackles (four solo) during Monday's 22-21 win over the Eagles.

With Nate Landman (pectoral) on injured reserve, Andersen stepped into a starting role in Week 2. As long as Landman remains out, Andersen is a quality IDP option, especially in leagues prioritizing tackles. As a rookie in 2022, Andersen played more than 50 defensive snaps in a game only twice, totaling 19 tackles during those contests. He also compiled 19 tackles in his first two appearances last year but missed the rest of the campaign due to a pectoral injury.

Andersen managed five tackles (four solo) during Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.

Andersen appeared in only two games last season due to a pectoral injury, but he's back to full strength and ready to make an impact. Kaden Elliss played all 68 defensive snaps in Week 1, while Andersen split time with Nate Landman at the other ILB spot. Andersen also played 16 special-teams snaps, suggesting his limited work on defense wasn't due to a conditioning issue. If Andersen continues to split time, it'll be hard for him to generate IDP value. However, he's a playmaking linebacker who could rack up stats quickly if given an expanded opportunity.

Andersen (pectoral) participated in OTAs on Wednesday.

Andersen suffered the injury Week 2 of last season and failed to return before the 2023 campaign came to an end. Now healthy, the 2022 second-round selection could be primed for a breakout year and should have a starting job in the Falcons' linebacker corps.

Andersen (pectoral) finished 2023 with 19 tackles (seven solo) and half a sack in two appearances.

Andersen suffered a pectoral injury in Week 2 and was placed on IR. He was designated to return the Wednesday of Week 18 prep, but he ultimately wasn't cleared to suit up. Andersen should be able to reclaim his starting spot in 2024 if he's healthy, but Nate Landman and Kaden Elliss both played well in Andersen's absence in 2023.

Andersen (pectoral) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Saints.

The 24-year-old linebacker was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, and despite a week of limited practice sessions, Andersen won't return to the field Sunday. The Montana State product would have a chance to return if the Falcons find their way into the playoffs, but Kaden Elliss is expected to continue starting in Andersen's place in Week 18.

Andersen (pectoral) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen was designated to return from IR on Wednesday after missing the majority of the campaign with a torn pectoral muscle. Though the linebacker was able to participate in a limited fashion upon his return to practice, it's not a certainty that he'll be able to suit up for Sunday's critical regular-season finale versus New Orleans. Andersen had been a starter prior to his injury, tallying 19 tackles (seven solo), including a half-sack, over two games.

The Falcons designated Andersen (pectoral) for return from their injured reserve list Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

The move starts the timer on a 21-day window during which Atlanta can officially activate Andersen before they'd be forced to shut him down for the rest of the year. The Falcons' official injury reports during the week will give an idea of whether he might be available for their must-win game in Week 18.

Andersen (shoulder) is expected to miss 4-to-6 months, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Andersen was placed on IR on Tuesday, but it's expected the second-year linebacker will miss much more time than the minimum of four weeks. Based on the potential timeline given for Andersen's recovery it's possible he will not play again this season and will need to wait until the 2024 campaign to return to the field. For now, Nate Landman should continue to fill in at inside linebacker.

Atlanta placed Andersen (shoulder) on its injured reserve list Tuesday, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

As was feared after Coach Arthur Smith made a discouraging statement regarding Andersen's shoulder early in the week, he'll now have to spend at least Atlanta's next four games in recovery. Nate Landman figures to step in as a starter until Andersen is ready to return.

Coach Arthur Smith said Monday that the arm/shoulder injury Andersen sustained during Sunday's 20-6 loss at Detroit "didn't look good," Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

The specifics of the issue Andersen is dealing with are still unknown, but his coach's comments don't bode well for his recovery timeline. It will be worth watching whether he ends up going to Atlanta's injured reserve list in the coming days.

Andersen (shoulder) recorded nine tackles (eight solo) during Sunday's 20-6 loss to the Lions.

Andersen, who missed Week 2 due to a concussion, played 90 percent of the team's defensive snaps in Week 3 before suffering a shoulder injury, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. In his first two games as a full-time starter, the second-year linebacker has recorded 19 tackles and 0.5 sacks. If he can stay on the field, Andersen has the ability to rack up IDP points quickly, but his health is emerging as a red flag thus far. The severity of his current injury remains unclear, but his status on Atlanta's initial injury report for Week 4, which will drop Wednesday, should provide further clarity.

Andersen (arm) was carted off the field during Atlanta's 20-6 loss to Detroit on Sunday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

Andersen was hurt late in the fourth quarter and did not return to the game. Nate Landman took over for the injured 24-year-old and should continue to do so if Andersen ends up missing time.

Andersen has cleared the league's concussion protocols and practiced in full Thursday.

Andersen was unable to play in Sunday's win over the Packers, but the second-year linebacker was able to log back-to-back full practices and should be considered good to go for Week 3 against the Lions. He should return to his role as one of two starting inside linebackers for Atlanta's 3-4 defense.

Andersen (concussion) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

It's unclear if Andersen has cleared the league's concussion protocol, but this puts him on track to return for Week 3 against the Lions after missing Week 2. Nathan Landman started and played 98 percent of the defensive snaps in Andersen's absence last week versus Green Bay.

Andersen (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's Week 2 game against the Packers, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

A 2022 second-round pick, Andersen is in his first season as a full-time starter for the Falcons. He played 99 percent of the defensive snaps in the season opener versus Carolina, recording 10 tackles and 0.5 sacks. But Andersen reported concussion symptoms and will miss Week 2. Nate Landman is expected to start in his place.

Andersen (concussion) did not practice Thursday, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen may still be in the early stages of the league's five-step protocols to gain clearance to return to play, which could be bad news for his chances to suit up for Week 2 against the Packers. If the Montana State product is unable to play, Tae Davis would likely be the benefactor of an increased role Sunday.

Andersen (concussion) is not practicing Wednesday, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.

Andersen entered the league's concussion protocols Wednesday, which will keep him off the practice field and potentially out of the team's Week 2 contest against the Packers. If the Montana State product is unable to clear the league's five-step protocols to gain clearance to play, Tae Davis would likely be the benefactor in an increased role against Green Bay.

Andersen was placed in the NFL's concussion protocol Wednesday, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.

Per coach Arthur Smith, Andersen didn't feel right when he came into the facility Tuesday. Andersen will need to clear the league's five-step concussion protocol in order to suit up against the Packers on Sunday. Tae Davis would likely step into a starting role if Andersen's unable to play.

Andersen recorded 10 tackles (three solo), including one for loss, and 0.5 sacks during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers.

Andersen took over as a full-time starter late last year, and the second-year pro is expected to take a major leap in Year 2. He tied Jessie Bates with a team-high 10 stops and made a few plays in the backfield, as well. Andersen is a strong IDP option moving forward, but the youngster may have some hiccups along the way.

Andersen tallied 69 tackles (40 solo), one forced fumble and one pass defense across 17 appearances during the 2022 campaign.

Andersen quickly carved out a role in Atlanta's defense during his rookie campaign and eventually overtook Mykal Walker as a starter to end the season. The 2022 second-round pick played at least 80 percent of the Falcons' defensive snaps in five games and totaled 34 tackles during those contests, including a career-high 13 stops against San Francisco in Week 6. Given his successful rookie campaign, it's safe to presume Andersen will have a significant role in Atlanta's defense to begin 2023, especially if the Falcons are unable to retain Rashaan Evans.

Andersen recorded seven tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 21-18 loss to New Orleans.

Andersen drew the start over Mykal Walker and notched his most tackles in a game since Week 6, when Walker was sidelined with an injury. If Andersen continues to draw starts, he could emerge as a solid IDP option during the final three games of the regular season.

Andersen (ankle) has returned to Sunday's game against the Steelers, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Andersen temporarily exited the Week 13 matchup, but he's quickly returned to the field. He had four tackles before leaving the game.

Andersen is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Steelers due to an ankle injury, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

Andersen sustained an apparent ankle injury during the Week 13 matchup versus Pittsburgh, and it's currently uncertain if he'll be able to return. Mykal Walker and Rashaan Evans should handle an increased workload for the time being.

Andersen recorded 12 tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 28-14 win over the 49ers.

With starter Mykal Walker having been ruled out for Sunday's game against San Fransisco, Andersen was given the start at linebacker and tied with teammate Rashaan Evans for a team-high 12 tackles in Week 6. If Walker is unable to gain medical clearance ahead of next Sunday's contest versus the Bengals, the rookie second-rounder should once again serve as a key contributor in Atlanta's defensive unit.

With Mykal Walker (groin) ruled out, Andersen is in line to make his first career NFL start, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Andersen, a rookie second-round pick, saw an increased role after Walker left Week 5 and finished with season highs in tackles (five) and defensive snaps (27). He'll draw the start alongside Rashaan Evans in the middle of Atlanta's defense and will likely be in store for another productive game against San Francisco's run-first offense.

The Falcons selected Andersen in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft, 58th overall.

Andersen is underdeveloped at linebacker after spending much of his Montana State career at quarterback and running back, but his athletic tools are truly rare and his developmental upside is unique. At 6-foot-4, 243 pounds, Andersen torched the combine with a 4.42-second 40-yard dash and 128-inch broad jump, making him one of the NFL's best athletes at any position. If his skill set can develop further, he'll eventually be a three-down defender for the Falcons.