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Falcons sign veteran tackle Jake Long, cut ties with safety Charles Godfrey

The Falcons have signed former first round pick Jake Long in hopes of bolstering their offensive line, and in a corresponding move, they've given rookie Robenson Therezie a major vote of confidence.

— D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) September 15, 2015
— vaughn mcclure (@vxmcclure23) September 15, 2015

Quinn says he would not expect Long to play Sunday. Wants to get through the week of practice, get him up to speed.

— Jeanna (@jeannathomas) September 15, 2015

Long, 30, began his career as a borderline elite tackle before injuries and slippage in play robbed him of some of his luster.