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Falcons place safety DeMarcco Hellams on injured reserve list

Falcons place safety DeMarcco Hellams on injured reserve list amid roster cuts

At Tuesday’s roster cut deadline, the Atlanta Falcons placed second-year safety DeMarcco Hellams on the injured reserve list with a return designation. The former seventh-round pick out of Alabama was injured in the first quarter of the team’s preseason loss to the Miami Dolphins.

Hellams has to miss the first four games but can return by Week 5, assuming he’s fully healthy. The Falcons signed veteran safety Justin Simmons last week to play opposite Jessie Bates III. Richie Grant and Micah Abernathy will back up Atlanta’s Pro Bowl duo until Hellams returns.

The Falcons kept nine total defensive backs (five cornerbacks and four safeties) and three quarterbacks on their initial 53-man roster. Taylor Heinicke survived cutdown day amid speculation he could be traded or released.

Defensive backs Kevin King and Natrone Brooks were among the most surprising defensive cuts. Wide receiver Chris Blair also failed to make the team despite a strong training camp and preseason.

The Falcons kept just five wide receivers and rookie Casey Washington got the nod over Blair. Check out the complete 53-man roster HERE!

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Falcons head coach Raheem Morris on injury to DeMarcco Hellams

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris provides update on injury to safety DeMarcco Hellams…

The Atlanta Falcons left Friday’s game against the Miami Dolphins with a few significant injuries. Both outside linebacker Bralen Trice and cornerback Harrison Hand were added to the injured reserve list on Sunday, but there was no update on safety DeMarcco Hellams.

The former seventh-round pick was carted off the field early in the first quarter with an apparent leg injury, so fans were confused when he wasn’t placed on injured reserve. Falcons head coach Raheem Morris finally addressed Hellams’ status during a Monday morning press conference.

“DeMarcco got the injury obviously,” said Morris. “He’s going to miss some significant time, but it’s an ankle so we’ll see what that means.”

This is a positive development considering that most assumed Hellams was likely out for the year. Hellams was expected to serve as the team’s third safety this season. If he’s out for an extended period, expect Lukas Denis and Micah Abernathy to help fill in.

The Falcons signed running back Spencer Brown and wide receiver Jakeem Grant on Sunday. Check out the team’s updated 90-man training camp roster HERE and watch Morris’ full press conference below:

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Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams carted off the field in 1st quarter

Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams had to be carted off the field in first quarter of Friday’s preseason opener in Miami

Atlanta Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams had to be carted off the field in the first quarter of Friday’s preseason matchup against the Miami Dolphins after suffering a lower leg injury. Hellams, who is coming off a promising rookie season, got the start at strong safety on Friday night.

Just moments after the game began, Hellams’ season appears to be in jeopardy. The second-year safety was spotted wearing an air cast on his left leg. Check back for an injury update after Friday’s game.

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Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams fined for unnecessary roughness

Falcons rookie safety DeMarcco Hellams has been fined for unnecessary roughness for the second week in a row.

The Atlanta Falcons continue to get fined by the NFL nearly every week. Rookie safety DeMarcco Hellams received was fined for unnecessary roughness, ESPN’s Michael Rothstein reported on Saturday.

Hellams, who was also fined in Week 16, must pay another $4,314 for a hit that he made against the Chicago Bears in Week 17.

A seventh-round pick out of Alabama, Hellams has been an absolute steal for the Falcons this season. The rookie has played in 15 games, racking up 40 tackles (25 solo) and one QB hit.

Hellams was ruled out for Sunday’s season finale against the New Orleans Saints due to a concussion. The Falcons elevated defensive back Natrone Brooks from the practice squad for Week 18.

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Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams, Drew Dalman out again

Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams and center Drew Dalman are OUT again on Thursday

The Atlanta Falcons are practicing without center Drew Dalman and safety DeMarcco Hellams for a second straight day, according to team reporter Terrin Waack. Dalman is battling an ankle injury and Hellams is still in the NFL’s concussion protocol.

If Dalman can’t play this weekend, it will be Ryan Neuzil suiting up for the Falcons in Week 18.

Cornerback Mike Hughes, who is also in the concussion protocol, returned to practice on Thursday. Defensive lineman Calais Campbell and running back Cordarrelle Patterson also returned after getting a rest day on Wednesday, per ESPN’s Michael Rothstein.

Quarterback Taylor Heinicke‘s Week 18 status is still up in the air, but he practiced for a second straight day on Thursday. Stay tuned for the team’s full injury report later this afternoon.

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Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams fined by NFL

Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams has been fined by the NFL for unsportsmanlike conduct

Atlanta Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams has been fined by the NFL for unsportsmanlike conduct. The rookie must pay $4,314 for an infraction committed during the team’s Week 12 win over the New Orleans Saints, ESPN’s Michael Rothstein reported on Saturday.

Hellams, a seventh-round pick out of Alabama, has been a nice addition to Atlanta’s secondary this season. In Week 12, he finished with a career-high seven tackles (four solo) to help defeat the Saints.

The Falcons take on the New York Jets in Week 13, but they won’t have to face quarterback Aaron Rodgers despite his return to practice. Veteran Tim Boyle will get his second straight start for the Jets.

Sunday’s game kicks off at 1:00 p.m. ET from MetLife Stadium.

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Previewing Kansas City’s Week 5 game vs. Vikings on Chiefs Wire Podcast

On the latest episode of @TheChiefsWire podcast: @EdEastonJr’s chats w/ #Falcons safety DeMarcco Hellams & @TheVikingsWire’s @TheRealForno #KCvsMIN

We’re back with an all-new episode of the Chiefs Wire podcast! This week, we’re previewing the Kansas City Chiefs Week 5 matchup with the Minnesota Vikings.

We check in with this past week’s press conferences featuring comments from quarterback Patrick Mahomes, running back Isiah Pacheco, and head coach Andy Reid to recap the Week 4 victory over the New York Jets.

We also flashback to Ed Easton Jr.’s NFL Draft Combine conversation with Atlanta Falcons safety and former Alabama standout DeMarcco Hellams. Lastly, Vikings Wire managing editor Tyler Forness breaks down Minnesota’s strengths heading into Sunday’s game.

Listeners can look forward to being well-informed about the Chiefs’ mindset heading to Minnesota this Sunday afternoon. We check in on Hellams’ thoughts on a potential matchup with Travis Kelce in the future, the player that impressed him from Super Bowl LVII, and the Vikings’ likely game plan.

Check out the link below to get your fill of Chiefs talk ahead of Sunday’s kickoff:

Former Alabama safety DeMarcco Hellams making big plays for Atlanta Falcons during NFL Preseason

Former Alabama safety DeMarcco Hellams has shined for the Atlanta Falcons throughout the first two weeks of of the preseason.

Former Alabama safety DeMarcco Hellams has been a bright spot on the Atlanta Falcons defense throughout the first two weeks of the NFL Preseason. Thus far, Hellams has recorded 12 tackles and two interceptions.

Hellams was a ballhawk at Alabama over the course of his four-year career. The Maryland native tallied 255 total tackles, three interceptions, and one forced fumble. Hellams was a starter on Alabama’s defense as a junior and senior.

Hellams was a player that led by example. Hellams’ teammates coined him with the nickname “Hitman Hellams”, stemming from Hellams’s tenacious mindset in the safety position.

The Falcons might have gotten themselves a steal by drafting Hellams in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL draft. That appears to be the case as the Falcons head into Week 3 of the NFL Preseason.

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Falcons sign 7th-round pick DeMarcco Hellams

The #Falcons have signed seventh-round pick DeMarcco Hellams, the safety out of Alabama, to his rookie contract

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The Atlanta Falcons have now inked two members of their 2023 NFL draft class. First pick Bijan Robinson signed a four-year, $21.96 contract, according to Ian Rapoport, while seventh-round pick DeMarcco Hellams has signed a four-year, $3.94 million deal, according to his agent.

Hellams, a versatile safety out of the University of Alabama, got a $16,300 signing bonus. Take a look at the rookie’s contract terms below, per Spotrac.

DeMarcco Hellams Contract
Year Base Salary Signing Cap Hit Dead Cap Yearly Cash
2023 $750,000 $26,575 $776,575 ($106,300) $856,300
2024 $915,000 $26,575 $941,575 ($79,725) $915,000
2025 $1,030,000 $26,575 $1,056,575 ($53,150) $1,030,000
2026 $1,145,000 $26,575 $1,171,575 ($26,575) $1,145,000
Total $3,840,000 $106,300 $3,946,300

As for Robinson, he’s eligible for a fifth-year option since he was drafted in the first round. This leaves four unsigned rookies from Atlanta’s 2023 NFL draft class.

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DeMarcco Hellams selected in Seventh round by Atlanta Falcons

DeMarcco Hellams selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the seventh round.

Former Alabama defensive back DeMarcco Hellams will begin his professional career with the Atlanta Falcons after being selected in the seventh round with pick No. 224 of the 2023 NFL draft.

Hellams, a three-year starter for the Crimson Tide, had his best season in 2022. He accumulated 108 total tackles, seven passes defended, three tackles for loss, one sack and one forced fumble that he also recovered.

Being selected in the seventh round will give Hellams an opportunity to showcase his abilities for the franchise, but will be fighting an uphill battle to make the roster for the upcoming 2023 season.

Roll Tide Wire will continue to follow Hellams and other former Alabama players as they begin their careers in the NFL.

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