Falcons RT McGary Retires, Sign Jawaan Taylor

Atlanta Falcons right tackle Kaleb McGary announced his retirement Wednesday after six seasons with the team, prompting the organization to sign veteran Jawaan Taylor as a replacement on a one-year contract.

McGary, 31, revealed the decision through his agent, Collin Roberts, on social media. The Falcons confirmed the news shortly after, marking the end of a career that began when Atlanta selected him in the first round, 31st overall, out of the University of Washington in the 2019 NFL Draft. He appeared in 93 games, starting 92, and established himself as a reliable blocker during his time protecting the quarterback.

The retirement follows a severe lower leg injury McGary sustained in training camp last August, which sidelined him for the entire 2025 season. He had signed a two-year, $30 million extension just weeks earlier. Falcons president of football operations Matt Ryan, who quarterbacked the team alongside McGary from 2019 to 2022, praised his former teammate in a statement. "I truly enjoyed my time playing alongside Kaleb," Ryan said. "He was an outstanding teammate and had a tremendous career as a Falcon. We are grateful for the impact he made on this organization, and...