Joe Hawley was a surprise cut after the Atlanta Falcons claimed C Gino Gradkowski from the Denver Broncos. Based on the structure of his contract, his slow recovery from his 2014 season-ending injury, and questionable fit in the new offensive blocking scheme, Hawley was let go.
The beard is gone, but we can look back on the wonderful memories brought to us by the man who inspired the nickname Joe Brawley. Hawley had long been a fan favorite thanks to his fiery play and constant physical altercations on the field.