Falcons Sign Former Chiefs RT Taylor to 1-Year Deal

Potential replacement for starting RT Kaleb McGary

Apr. 10, 2026 at 11:45am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting an abstract football offensive line in the colors of the Atlanta Falcons and Kansas City Chiefs, conveying the conceptual idea of roster changes and line rebuilding.The Falcons' signing of former Chiefs tackle Jawaan Taylor adds depth and competition to their offensive line as they look to rebuild.Atlanta Today

The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract with former Kansas City Chiefs right tackle Jawaan Taylor. The deal includes an additional $1 million in incentives and was first reported by ESPN and announced on social media by Taylor's agent, Drew Rosenhaus.

Why it matters

The Falcons are looking to shore up their offensive line after the departure of starting right tackle Kaleb McGary. Taylor, a former second-round pick, provides experienced depth and could potentially win the starting job.

The details

The Falcons signed Taylor, 25, to a one-year deal worth $5 million with an additional $1 million in incentives. Taylor spent the first four seasons of his NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs, starting 33 games at right tackle.

  • The deal was agreed to on April 10, 2026.

The players

Jawaan Taylor

A 25-year-old right tackle who spent the first four seasons of his NFL career with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Kaleb McGary

The Falcons' former starting right tackle who has departed the team.

Drew Rosenhaus

Jawaan Taylor's agent who announced the deal on social media.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to add Jawaan to our offensive line. He's a talented player who will provide valuable depth and competition at the right tackle position.”

— Terry Fontenot, Falcons General Manager

What’s next

The Falcons will hold OTAs and training camp this summer, where Taylor will compete with the team's other offensive linemen for the starting right tackle job.

The takeaway

This signing gives the Falcons an experienced option to potentially replace Kaleb McGary at right tackle, adding depth and competition to the offensive line as they look to bounce back from a disappointing 2025 season.