Falcons sign former 2nd-round pick J.J. Arcega-Whiteside
On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons signed wide receiver J.J. Arcega-Whiteside and placed Jared Bernhardt on the reserve/retired list. After impressing the coaching staff during rookie minicamp, the 26-year-old wideout has earned a roster spot just as Atlanta is set to begin organized team activities.
Arcega-Whiteside was drafted in the second round of the 2019 NFL draft by the Philadelphia Eagles. During his three seasons in Philly (2019-2021), Arcega-Whiteside recorded 16 catches for 290 yards and one touchdown.
His best season came as a rookie, catching 10 balls for 169 receiving yards and a score. The 6-foot-2, 225-pound wideout will have to stand out in order to make the team’s 53-man roster in a few months.
Bernhardt made the roster last season after an impressive training camp performance, but he appeared in just two games. It’s unclear why he appears to be retiring.
