Copeland announced he was retiring Monday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland was still a free agent at the time of the announcement and last played with the Ravens in 2022, appearing in three games. The 32-year-old also previously spent time with the Falcons, Patriots, Jets and Lions. He'll finish his career with 163 tackles, including eight sacks, across 85 games over seven seasons.

Baltimore activated Copeland from its practice squad ahead of Sunday's game versus Cincinnati, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

This will be the third consecutive week Copeland is active for the Ravens and the last time he's eligible to be elevated from the practice squad before he would have to be added to the team's active roster in order to play. The veteran edge rusher has three tackles and a sack through two games in 2022.

Copeland reverted to the Ravens' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland ended up playing 41 percent of the defensive snaps in their 37-26 win over the Patriots, as Justin Houston (groin) left the game early. The 31-year-old recorded one tackle in the contest. With Houston's status for Week 4 up in the air and Jason Pierre-Paul's debut date unknown, Copeland could find himself elevated to the active roster once again for Sunday's matchup with the Bills.

Copeland (knee) worked out with the Ravens on Wednesday, Matt Lombardo of Heavy On Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland underwent postseason knee surgery this past January. His work out with the Ravens indicates he is finally recovered from the issue. The linebacker played in 16 consecutive games for the Falcons last season following an absence in Week 1. He recorded 39 tackles (23) solo and two passes defensed in a rotational role for Atlanta's lienbacker unit.

Copeland underwent postseason knee surgery according to his Instagram, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland played in 16 games this season despite the issue with his knee, only missing Week 1 against the Eagles. The 6-year veteran finished the year with 39 tackles (23 solo) and two passes defensed, while serving a rotational role in the Falcons' linebacker unit. He'll now focus on returning healthy next season.

Copeland (illness) has been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday, according to Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland has been a steady contributor as a rotational player in the Falcons' linebacker unit, and while he was included on the COVID-19 protocols earlier this week, he managed to deliver two consecutive negative tests and should be eligible to play Buffalo on Sunday.

Copeland (illness) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday and tested positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland has been a steady contributor as a rotational player in the Falcons' linebacker unit. If he were to miss Sunday against Buffalo, Adetokunbo Ogundeji would likely see extra snaps.

The Falcons signed Copeland to their active roster Monday.

EDGE Analysis

The Falcons released Copeland on Saturday, but they are bringing the 30-year-old back after losing their season opener 32-6. He appeared in six games with the Patriots last year and totaled 12 tackles.

Copeland was released by the Falcons on Saturday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.

EDGE Analysis

Copeland landed a deal with Atlanta in mid-March but will part ways with the team a day before the season opener. The 30-year-old appeared in six games with the Patriots last year and totaled 12 tackles (six solo), but he'll now be forced to seek out another opportunity for the 2021 campaign.

Copeland (pectoral) signed a one-year deal with the Falcons on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Prior to suffering a pectoral injury during Week 7's game, Copeland logged 12 tackles through his six games with the Patriots in 2020. The veteran linebacker will aim to compete for a starting spot with Atlanta.