The Atlanta Falcons worked out three players on Tuesday looking to fill two roster spots and one practice squad vacancy. Linebacker Drake Jackson, a former second-round pick, along with center Gus Hartwig and cornerback Dwight McGlothern each tried out this afternoon.
Jackson, 25, was selected by the San Francisco 49ers with pick No. 61 in the 2022 NFL Draft. He recorded 21 tackles (12 solo), six sacks, and one interception in his first two seasons. After missing all of 2024 due to injury, Jackson landed with the Washington Commanders in 2025.
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Hartwig is a former undrafted center out of Purdue. He has never appeared in an NFL game but spent his first two seasons with the New York Jets. The Detroit Lions signed Hartwig in August but released him just a few days later.
McGlothern is a 6-foot-2 defensive back out of Arkansas who signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2024. While McGlothern appeared in 15 games over the last two seasons, he played sparingly. His size and versatility could help if he lands on Atlanta’s roster or practice squad.
