King was elevated to the Falcons' active roster from their practice squad Monday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
King was elevated from the practice squad for a Week 1 loss to the Steelers but reverted after that game. This move will make him a permanent part of the Falcons' active roster, barring him getting released. He'll likely be tasked with bolstering the Falcons' depth in the secondary, as well as chipping in on special teams.
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Kevin King: Released by Atlanta
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The Falcons released King on Tuesday, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.
King worked with the second-team defense in multiple positions during training camp and made a splash during the preseason, but the Falcons kept only five cornerbacks on their initial 53-man roster. Falcons assistant defensive coach Jerry Gray was the secondary coach in Green Bay when King was at his peak, so despite getting cut, it's possible King's familiarity with the coaching staff helps him secure a practice squad deal if he doesn't get a contract elsewhere.
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Falcons' Kevin King: Makes impact in preseason opener
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King recorded three tackles (two solo), a forced fumble, two pass defenses and an interception during Friday's 20-13 preseason loss to the Dolphins.
King is trying to revitalize his career and took a big step toward securing a roster spot during his first appearance in a Falcons uniform. The 2017 second-round pick started 42 games for the Packers across five seasons but hasn't played since 2021 due to multiple devastating injuries. Atlanta has been rumored to be interested in the remaining free-agent CBs, but if King continues to play at this level, he may put those notions to rest.
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Falcons' Kevin King: Signs on with Atlanta
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King signed with the Falcons on Monday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
King sat out the 2022 season for personal reasons and then missed 2023 due to a torn Achilles that he sustained during an offseason workout. The 2017 second-rounder will look to secure a role in the Falcons' secondary after recording 29 tackles and a pick in 10 regular-season outings (six of which were starts) for the Packers in 2021.
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Packers' Kevin King: Availability in doubt for Sunday
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King (hip) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Rams, Wes Hodkiewicz of the Packers' official site reports.
King was unable to get on the practice field this week, and his status is thus in jeopardy. If he is unable to suit up, Chandon Sullivan would be in line for extra snaps.
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Packers' Kevin King: Full participant in practice
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King (shoulder) managed to log a full practice with the Packers on Wednesday, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
King missed the Packers' last two games dealing with a shoulder injury that he sustained during the Packers' win against the Bengals. Expect Eric Stokes and Rasul Douglas to operate as the Packers' top cornerbacks unless King is fully able to return to the field.
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Packers' Kevin King: Out again Sunday
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King (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game versus Washington.
King was considered questionable after practicing as a limited participant this week, but he'll end up missing his second straight game due to the shoulder issue. Eric Stokes, Chandon Sullivan and Rasul Douglas should operate as Green Bay's top cornerbacks Sunday.
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Packers' Kevin King: Not listed on injury report
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King (concussion) is not listed on the Packers' injury report ahead of Sunday's contest against the Bengals, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
King missed back-to-back weeks, but he appears ready to make his return against the Bengals. With Jaire Alexander (shoulder) ruled out for Week 5, King will likely draw the start opposite of the rookie Eric Stokes, with Chandon Sullivan operating as the slot corner.
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Packers' Kevin King: Dealing with hamstring injury
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King is on the non-football injury list with a hamstring injury, Matt Schneidman of The Athletic reports.
The 26-year-old was placed on the NFI list to open training camp, though the nature of the injury was previously undisclosed. The injury is believed to be a minor concern, so King could be on the field in the near future.
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Packers' Kevin King: Begins camp on NFI list
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King (undisclosed) is beginning training camp on the non-football injury list, Tom Silverstein of The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
King will miss the start of camp due to an undisclosed injury that is not related to any injuries from the 2020 campaign. The cornerback signed a one-year extension with the Packers this offseason and is in line to start alongside Jaire Alexander once again.
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Packers' Kevin King: Ready to rock
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King (back) is active for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Buccaneers, Jason Wilde of ESPN.com reports.
King has made enough progress since suffering a back injury Friday to play in Sunday's game. The 25-year-old will start at cornerback against a menacing Buccaneers passing attack that features Mike Evans and Chris Godwin. King and Jaire Alexander will have their hands full.
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Packers' Kevin King: Listed as LP
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King (Achilles) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's practice report.
King has occasionally surfaced on the injury report this season with an Achilles issue, but he played in the final seven games this season. The fourth-year cornerback should be ready for Saturday's NFC divisional-round game against the Rams barring a setback.
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Packers' Kevin King: Tallies double-digit tackles
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King made a career-high 10 tackles (seven solo) and deflected two passes in Sunday's victory over the Bears.
King had numerous opportunities to make plays Sunday with the Bears avoiding fellow corner Jaire Alexander, and although King had a mishap or two, he did not allow a reception longer than 23 yards and recorded double-digit tackles for the first time as a pro. King should benefit from the Packers' first-round bye, as although he played in every game in December, he was limited in practice by a couple nagging leg injuries.
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Packers' Kevin King: Ready for divisional tilt
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King (Achilles) will play in Sunday's game against the Lions, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.
King had his reps managed all week, but he'll be ready to rock at game time. His afternoon should be slightly easier with Kenny Golladay (hip) ruled out again, but he'll still face the likes of Marvin Jones and Danny Amendola a considerable amount.
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Packers' Kevin King: Managing practice reps
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King was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice due to an Achilles injury.
King logged a trio of limited practices before suiting up in last week's win against the Bears, so it's too early to panic about his Week 13 availability. The Washington product logged 97 percent of defensive snaps in last week's win, recording four tackles (three solo) and three pass breakups. If King were to suffer a setback, Chandon Sullivan would be in line for the start at cornerback opposite Jaire Alexander.
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Packers' Kevin King: Added to injury report
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King (Achilles) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Colts.
King was expected to return to the lineup after sitting out five games with a quadriceps injury, but his status is in question once again because of an Achilles injury. The fourth-year cornerback out of Washington is still traveling with the team, and the final verdict will be revealed with the inactive list about 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff. Josh Jackson likely will start at outside cornerback if King can't go.
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Packers' Kevin King: Misses another practice
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King (quadriceps) did not practice Thursday.
King has missed Green Bay's last two games, and he has yet to practice in any capacity this week. Coach Matt LaFleur said that King suffered a setback with his quadriceps injury, according to Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, so it looks like the Packers could be forced to operate without the starting cornerback during Sunday's divisional clash with the Vikings.
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Packers' Kevin King: Questionable to return
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King is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Falcons due to a quadriceps injury, Ryan Wood of the Green Bay Press-Gazette reports.
Josh Jackson took King's place following the injury, per Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com. Expect Josh Jackson to see plenty of action at cornerback if King is unable to return, especially with Chandon Sullivan ruled out earlier in the contest with a head injury.
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Packers' Kevin King: Gets it done in Year 3
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King played in 15 regular-season games in 2019 and tallied 66 tackles (56 solo), five interceptions, a sack, and 15 pass deflections.
King showed promise in his first two seasons after being taken in the second round in 2017, but due to injuries he appeared in just 15 of a possible 32 games. He stayed healthy in 2019, and when it was all said and done he set career highs nearly across the board and picked off as many or more passes than all but three players in the league. King will be entering the final season of his rookie contract in 2020, so he will have more incentive than ever to stay healthy and productive.
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Packers' Kevin King: Snags fifth interception
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King had four tackles (three solo) and an interception in Monday's victory over the Vikings.
King was on the field for every defensive snap in Monday's contest, and he played a key role in limiting quarterback Kirk Cousins to 122 passing yards and Vikings receivers to just 63 receiving yards. He is up to five interceptions with one game to go in the regular season.
