Atlanta Falcons Sign LB Bruce Carter

Posted Sep 25, 2018
Former UNC linebacker Bruce Carter was signed to the Atlanta Falcons active roster Tuesday, the team's website reports. Carter brings experience and depth to a Falcons' linebacker corps lacking Deion Jones (foot). The 30-year-old veteran has racked up 306 tackles, 20 pass defenses, five sacks, five interceptions and one touchdown during his nine years in the NFL. (CBS Sports)

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