Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The Atlanta Falcons will sign defensive end Calais Campbell to a one-year deal, ESPN reported Wednesday, the latest move by the franchise to upgrade its defense.
After Atlanta's season ended, Falcons coach Arthur Smith said the team needed to make additions to its defensive front. The team already changed its defensive coordinator this offseason, replacing Dean Pees, who retired, with Ryan Nielsen.
It also added safety Jessie Bates III, defensive tackle David Onyemata and linebacker Kaden Elliss in the first days of free agency. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Calais Campbell of the Baltimore Ravens is introduced before a game against the Denver Broncos at M&T Bank Stadium Dec.
4, 2022, in Baltimore. (G Fiume/Getty Images) In Campbell, the Falcons add a veteran presence in the defensive line room and another player with pass-rushing experience next to defensive tackle Grady Jarrett.