Falcons Add Three UFL Stars, Including Notable Edge Rusher

WHO:

atlantafalcons.com - Keshawn Banks appeared in 10 games for the Orlando Storm during the 2026 UFL season.

atlantafalcons.com - Devonnsha Maxwell played for the DC Defenders in both the 2025 and 2026 UFL seasons.

atlantafalcons.com - Antwane Wells Jr. appeared in nine games for the Columbus Aviators.

atlantafalcons.com - The Atlanta Falcons signed defensive end Keshawn Banks, defensive tackle Devonnsha Maxwell, and wide receiver Antwane Wells Jr.

Heavy NFL - NFL Insider Mike Garafolo reported the signing of Keshawn Banks.

WHAT:

atlantafalcons.com - Keshawn Banks' 5 sacks were tied for the sixth-most in the UFL.

atlantafalcons.com - Maxwell registered 45.5 tackles for a loss and 28 sacks during his college career at UT-Chattanooga, setting a school record with five sacks in a single game.

atlantafalcons.com - Wells' 205 yards in kick returns was the second-highest total in the UFL.

atlantafalcons.com - Keshawn Banks recorded 24 tackles, 11 tackles for a loss, and 5 sacks during his time with the Orlando Storm in the UFL.

atlantafalcons.com - Devonnsha Maxwell had 23 tackles, 7 tackles for a loss, and 4 sacks in the UFL.

atlantafalcons.com - Antwane Wells Jr. caught 25 passes for 237 yards and 2 touchdowns while also returning 16 kicks for 205 yards.

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons released wide receiver Casey Washington, defensive tackle Elijah Garcia, and defensive end CJ Nunnally IV.

WHERE:

atlantafalcons.com - The transactions took place in Flowery Branch, Georgia.

WHEN:

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons announced the signings after concluding their second practice of mandatory minicamp on a Wednesday.

WHY:

atlantafalcons.com - The Falcons released Casey Washington, who had injuries that kept him from consistently seeing action.

atlantafalcons.com - The signings were part of the Falcons' efforts to bolster their roster after minicamp.

HOW:

atlantafalcons.com - Keshawn Banks was signed as an undrafted free agent after his performance in the UFL.

Keshawn Banks had a standout season with the Orlando Storm, appearing in ten games and tying for the sixth-most sacks in the UFL with five. Devonnsha Maxwell made his mark with the DC Defenders over the last two seasons, finishing his college career at UT-Chattanooga with a school record of five sacks in a single game, along with 45.5 tackles for a loss and 28 total sacks. Meanwhile, Antwane Wells Jr. shined for the Columbus Aviators, racking up 205 yards in kick returns, the second-highest total in the league, as the Falcons moved on from Casey Washington due to his injury struggles.