Derrick Shelby had one of his best games as an Atlanta Falcons last Sunday against Seattle. Now he's done for the season.
The team announced Shelby, who suffered an Achilles tear in the 26-24 loss to the Seahawks, was placed on injured reserve. He is the second Falcons' defensive player to be placed on injured reserve this season with an Achilles injury, joining linebacker Sean Weatherspoon. Shelby faces possibly eight months of recovery.
Shelby showed great versatility through the first six games, playing both outside and on the interior after signing a four-year, $18 million deal ($7.