Falcons sign defensive end James Smith-Williams

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons signed defensive end James Smith-Williams, the team announced Wednesday. Mike McCartney – Smith-Williams' Vayner Sports agent – first shared the news Monday, noting player and organization agreed to terms on a one-year deal. Smith-Williams is a former seventh-round draft pick out of NC State. He was picked by the Washington Commanders where he had spent all four years of his NFL career up until now. The defensive end played in 55 of a possible 67 regular-season games, starting 27. He made 85 total tackles during that time, which included seven sacks and 14 for a loss. He was also responsible for two pass breakups. Amid all that, Smith-Williams' arguably