Justin Simmons - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Another strong season in 2024 Simmons recorded 62 total tackles (36 solo) and seven passes defensed, including two interceptions, over 16 games in 2024.

Impact Simmons joined the Falcons in mid-August after spending the first seasons of his career with the Broncos, playing in at least 16 contests for the first time since 2021. The safety has now registered multiple interceptions in each of his nine NFL campaigns and he'll be an unrestricted free agent heading into the offseason.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logs six tackles vs. Commanders Simmons recorded six total tackles (all solo) in Sunday night's 30-24 overtime loss to the Commanders.

Impact Simmons tied Dee Alford as the Falcons' third-leading tackler in the Week 17 loss, behind both Kaden Elliss (nine tackles) and Jessie Bates (12 tackles). The 31-year-old has now accumulated 56 tackles through 15 appearances this season and is on pace to finish with his lowest tackle total since his rookie season in 2016 (30 stops). Despite Simmons' underwhelming tackle output, he's contributed seven passes defended, including two interceptions, making key plays for the Falcons' defense. Expect the Boston College product to remain Atlanta's top strong safety in Week 18, when the Falcons face the Panthers.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Simmons intercepts the Desmond Ridder pass vs. Las Vegas Raiders Justin Simmons intercepts the Desmond Ridder pass vs. Las Vegas Raiders.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

The Minnesota Vikings are on a six-game winning streak after defeating the Atlanta Falcons 42-21

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vikings seek 6th straight win as struggling old friend Kirk Cousins arrives with the Falcons

The Minnesota Vikings have won five straight games to improve to 10-2 and host Kirk Cousins and the Atlanta Falcons this week

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Browns-Broncos Monday night game features red-hot wide receivers and ex-teammates Jeudy and Sutton

Wide receiver Jerry Jeudy returns to Denver on Monday night following his trade to the Cleveland Browns in the offseason

NOVEMBER 29, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Justin Simmons Mic'd Up in return to Denver Watch Falcons safety Justin Simmons mic'd up against his former team the Denver Broncos.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons' Justin Simmons can't slow Broncos' passing attack in 'bittersweet' return to Denver DENVER — Back in the stadium where he blossomed into one of the most decorated defensive backs of his generation, Falcons safety Justin Simm...

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • AJC.COM

Atlanta Falcons' Justin Simmons speaks postgame following Denver Broncos Atlanta Falcons Safety Justin Simmons speaks with media and reflects on facing the Denver Broncos, his former team.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Bo Nix throws 4 touchdown passes and the Broncos roll past the Falcons 38-6

Bo Nix threw a season-high four touchdown passes and the Denver Broncos rolled past the Atlanta Falcons 38-6 to snap a two-game losing streak

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Falcons' Justin Simmons has 'no bad blood' with Broncos ahead of return to Denver Justin Simmons heads back to Denver this weekend, the place he called home for eight seasons. The Falcons safety, whom the Broncos cut in th...

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • NFL.COM

Broncos, Falcons both trying to put botched special teams play behind them ahead of Simmons' reunion

The Denver Broncos and Atlanta Falcons are both trying to get over botched special teams play that cost them wins last weekend

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Justin Simmons focused on beating former team Simmons will make his return to Denver against the team he spent the first eight years of his career with.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

The Mailbox: Progress report for Matthew Judon, Justin Simmons acquisitions We're 10 games into the season, so how do we evaluate the performances of two players who joined the team in training camp?

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Justin Simmons on Kirk Cousins’ leadership & its impact on the team | Speak

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Logs full practice Thursday Simmons (hamstring) was a full practice participant Thursday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Simmons was unable to play during the Falcons' Week 8 win over the Buccaneers due to a hamstring injury. The injury limited him in practice Wednesday, but he was able to practice without restrictions Thursday, and barring any setbacks he should be good to go against Dallas on Sunday. Across seven regular-season games, Simmons has logged 28 tackles (15 solo), three pass breakups and one interception.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons injury report: Good news for Justin Simmons, Kaden Elliss Three defensive players were upgraded on Thursday's injury report, including two key starters.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Limited to open week Simmons (hamstring) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Simmons suffered a hamstring injury during the Falcons' Week 7 loss to the Seahawks, which was severe enough to keep him off the field for Week 8 against the Buccaneers. His limited session Wednesday is a step in the right direction after ending last week with a DNP, and his practice participation over the next two days will give a clearer picture on his availability for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Simmons (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

Impact Simmons suffered a hamstring injury during Atlanta's Week 6 win over the Panthers and played through the issue in Week 7, recording five solo tackles and one pass breakup while on the field for all 56 defensive snaps in the loss to Seattle. However, it appears the injury isn't getting better, as Simmons was deemed doubtful for Week 8 and will ultimately miss his first game of the season. Richie Grant is expected to start at safety in Simmons' absence.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Likely missing Week 8 Simmons (hamstring) is listed as doubtful ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Simmons played through his hamstring issue in the Falcons' Week 7 loss to the Seahawks, recording five total tackles and one pass defended across 56 defensive snaps. However, the first-year Falcon downgraded from limited participation Wednesday and Thursday to a DNP on Friday, suggesting he's trending towards not playing Sunday. If Simmons is sidelined in Week 8 as expected, Richie Grant will likely see additional work in Atlanta's secondary.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kyle Pitts, Justin Simmons and more reflect on Seattle and look towards Sunday night for NFC Showdown Kyle Pitts, Justin Simmons and more speak to the media about their thoughts going into Week 8.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Still nursing hamstring injury Simmons (hamstring) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Simmons was able to play through a hamstring injury during the Falcons' Week 7 loss to the Seahawks, during which he logged five solo tackles and one pass breakup while playing 100 percent of Atlanta's defensive snaps. He'll likely be limited in practices for the foreseeable future in order to manage the injury, but barring any setbacks, Simmons should be able to play against the Buccaneers on Sunday.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons still have work to do to challenge for a spot among the NFL's elite teams

A three-game winning streak had the Atlanta Falcons looking like a team that was poised to challenge for a spot among the NFL elite

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Officially active Simmons (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact After suffering a hamstring injury in last week's win over the Panthers, Simmons drew a questionable designation for Week 7. He was able to practice in limited fashion to close out the week, so he was seemingly trending in this direction. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual role at strong safety.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Simmons (hamstring) remains questionable but is expected to play in Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Simmons was given a questionable designation due to a hamstring injury suffered in last week's win over the Panthers. He was able to practice in limited fashion to close out the week, which was the first sign of him trending in the right direction. Still, final confirmation on his status should come closer to kickoff.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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The Vikings and their in-gear offense will be a tough team to outscore moving forward

Vikings seek 6th straight win as struggling old friend Kirk Cousins arrives with the Falcons

Browns-Broncos Monday night game features red-hot wide receivers and ex-teammates Jeudy and Sutton

Bo Nix throws 4 touchdown passes and the Broncos roll past the Falcons 38-6

Broncos, Falcons both trying to put botched special teams play behind them ahead of Simmons' reunion

Justin Simmons on Kirk Cousins’ leadership & its impact on the team | Speak

Falcons still have work to do to challenge for a spot among the NFL's elite teams