Falcons sign cornerback, release offensive lineman

Cornerback Grayland Arnold, who has played in 26 NFL games, was signed by the Falcons on Saturday.

Offensive lineman Kilian Zierer was released.

Arnold, 27, is 5-foot-10 and 187 pounds. He played at Baylor and has been with the Eagles (2020), Texans (2021-23) and Steelers (2024).

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