The Atlanta Falcons made a clean cut on Tuesday by releasing former Georgia running back Cash Jones from the practice squad. This move cleared the final roster spot for rookie running back Jam Miller, who arrived from the New England Patriots. Jones was a pass-catching specialist who never made his regular-season debut with Atlanta. Miller brings a fresh set of skills after rushing for 1,596 yards and 13 touchdowns at Alabama. The Falcons signed Miller to the practice squad in a direct swap that happened before the team faces the Baltimore Ravens.
Why The Roster Shake-Up Matters
This swap shows the Falcons are willing to take a risk on new talent while the season is still young. Although the Patriots picked Miller in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft, he never appeared in a game for them. He spent time working out for the Falcons last week before landing this deal. While in Alabama, Miller rushed for over 1,500 yards, had 13 touchdowns, and had over 330 receiving yards.
According to Yahoo Sports, Miller was among six players who trained with the Falcons last week. He did not get a contract at first, but the team saw enough to bring him in now. Jones was always a long-shot to make the final roster given the tight limits on running backs. The Falcons just won 45-24 against the New Orleans Saints on Monday night, proving their offense is clicking. They need players who can step in and help without missing a beat.
A Busy Week Ahead for the Backfield
The Falcons face the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, Oct. 11, in a prime-time showdown at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Ravens are expected to play without quarterback Lamar Jackson, which changes the defensive look for Atlanta. This game comes right after the Falcons scored 80 points in the two weeks Michael Penix Jr. has been back. The running game has taken the pressure off the quarterback, with Bijan Robinson and Brian Robinson combining for 207 yards and five touchdowns. Miller must be ready to contribute if the Falcons face a tough defensive front from Baltimore.
Cash Jones showed promise as a receiver out of the backfield, but the math simply did not work for him to stay. The Falcons need a roster that can survive a long season without losing depth at key spots. Jam Miller is the new face of that depth, and he has to prove he belongs. The team will check back Wednesday for the first injury report of Week 5, which will show how the squad is holding up. If Miller can learn the system quickly, he could be a key piece for the rest of the year.
