ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons announced on Saturday that they have “parted ways” with two members of their coaching staff.
Defensive Coordinator Jimmy Lake and Defensive Line Coach Jay Rodgers are no longer with the franchise, the announcement confirmed.
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“After a thorough evaluation of the season, and with careful consideration for our team’s future, we deemed these moves necessary,” said Head Coach Raheem Morris. “These decisions are never easy from the human side of things and we wish Jimmy, Jay and their families the best.”
Lake joined the Falcons in January 2024 after serving as assistant head coach of the Los Angeles Rams in 2023. He also previously worked with Washington Huskies.
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Morris appointed Rodgers as defensive line coach in February 2024.
Rodgers spent the previous three seasons with the Los Angeles Chargers, where he served most recently as defensive line coach and defensive run game coordinator.
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