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Falcons sixth-round rookie Anterio Thompson says he was told he'll never play again

Falcons sixth-round rookie Anterio Thompson says he was told he'll never play again
World Sports · 21:53:09 - Saturday, 31 October 2026

Atlanta Falcons sixth-round rookie Anterio Thompson has revealed that he was once told he would never play football again. The defensive lineman shared his personal story in a report published on October 31, 2026, detailing the adversity he overcame to reach the NFL.

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