Atlanta Falcons rookie defensive tackle Anterio Thompson revealed on Instagram that a genetic mutation in his spinal cord will prevent him from playing football again. Thompson, selected in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, has been on the reserve/non-football injury list since training camp. He stated he was unaware of the condition and was told he would never return to the field.
Falcons head coach Kevin Stefanski had no update before the post went public. Though technically eligible to return this season, Thompson's future in the NFL is now uncertain. The 24-year-old previously recorded 1.5 sacks and 2.5 tackles for loss at the University of Washington.
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