Falcons Signing Former Pro Bowl Receiver Who Had Contemplated Retiring, per Report
FULTON COUNTY, GEORGIA, JUL 25 – DJ Chark joins the Falcons on a one-year deal to replace injured Darnell Mooney and add veteran depth to an offense featuring two 1,000-yard receivers, officials said.
- On July 25, 2025, the Atlanta Falcons signed DJ Chark, his agent Todd France confirmed on ESPN.
- Following Mooney's departure from Thursday's session, the Falcons added veteran DJ Chark, who finished last season with the 8-9 record.
- In his last two healthy seasons, he totaled 1,027 yards and eight touchdowns, showcasing consistent production across two seasons.
- His vertical threat capacity and ability to take the top off defenses open underneath lanes for Kyle Pitts and Darnell Mooney.
- In the season outlook on Sept. 7, the Falcons offense already includes 1,000-yard receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney, tight end Kyle Pitts and back Bijan Robinson.
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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Darnell Mooney's status for the start of the season is uncertain as the Atlanta Falcons' second-leading receiver in 2024 is expected to miss several weeks of training camp with a shoulder injury.
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Falcons sign Pro Bowl wide receiver after Bears made opposite decision
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