Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Wed 9/16/20 9:53 AM

Hawkins was let go from the Falcons' practice squad Tuesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
EDGE Analysis
Atlanta decided to shuffle its reserve roster early in the week -- promoting offensive lineman John Wetzel to the active roster, parting ways with Hawkins and acquiring Laquon Treadwell to the practice squad. Hawkins has 32 regular-season appearances to his name, though he hasn't made it onto the field since playing for Philadelphia at the tail end of 2018. Now back on the free-agent market, the veteran defensive back searches for another squad to latch on to.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Mon 9/7/20 11:45 PM

The Falcons signed Hawkins to the practice squad Sunday, Stephen Igoe of 247Sports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hawkins reportedly put together a strong training camp in Atlanta, but the team wasn't able to justify handing him a spot on the final team. The former XFL standout nonetheless gets a shot to continue his development in what will be his third season with the Falcons.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Wed 4/15/20 5:54 PM

Hawkins signed a contract with the Falcons on Wednesday, Kelsey Kramer of Heavy.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Not only did the 27-year-old cornerback suit up for all five of the Dallas Renegades' contests this winter, but he also possesses a moderate level of NFL experience, with 32 combined regular-season appearances for the Packers, Panthers and Eagles to his name. While Hawkins has dressed for just six NFL games since the start of 2018, he did have a solid year in 2017 for Green Bay, with 38 tackles, six pass deflections and six QB hits in 15 games (including three starts). He joins an extremely youthful Falcons secondary that currently has Kendall Sheffield and Isaiah Oliver penciled in as starters.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Mon 12/24/18 4:31 PM

The Eagles signed Hawkins from their practice squad Monday, Geoff Mosher of 97.5 The Fanatic Philadelphia reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hawkins' spot on the 53-man roster comes following the Eagles' decision to waive fellow cornerbacks Chandon Sullivan and De'Vante Bausby. The 25-year-old will play a depth role in Philadelphia's secondary, and is expected to take most of his snaps on special teams.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Wed 11/14/18 6:27 PM

Hawkins was waived by the Panthers on Wednesday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hawkins was waived by Carolina to make room for running back Kenjon Barner on the 53-man roster. The 25-year old played six defensive snaps and 72 special teams snaps in five games with the Panthers this season. If Hawkins goes unclaimed on waivers, he will be free to search for a depth role elsewhere in the league.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Sat 9/22/18 12:40 PM

Hawkins was promoted to the Panthers' active roster Saturday, Max Henson of the Panthers' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hawkins is the beneficiary of an open spot on the Panthers 53-man roster. He will help provide depth at cornerback in Sunday's matchup with the Bengals, as starter Donte Jackson (groin) is considered questionable.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Wed 1/3/18 3:34 PM

Hawkins tallied 37 tackles (27 solo) and six pass deflections over 15 games with the Packers in 2017.
EDGE Analysis
It was thought that Hawkins would mainly fill a depth role for the Packers in 2017, but due to injuries to fellow defensive backs he played more than anticipated and even started three games. His experience this past season will help him in the competition for a roster spot during training camp in 2018.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Sun 8/20/17 12:04 PM

Hawkins tallied seven tackles (five solo) in Saturday's preseason victory over the Redskins.
EDGE Analysis
Hawkins is pushing to move up the depth chart at the cornerback position, and he certainly helped his chances Saturday, both in the tackle department, and more importantly, in pass coverage.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Fri 9/16/16 7:21 PM

Hawkins (hamstring) has been ruled out for the Packers' Week 2 tilt against the Vikings, Rob Demovsky of ESPN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Hawkins will have to wait at least one more week to make his NFL debut. His absence coupled with Sam Shields (concussion) being doubtful, means Green Bay could be left with just three healthy cornerbacks. Look for Damarious Randall, Quinten Rollins, and Ladarius Gunter to see a bulk of the snaps, and for Micah Hyde to get some extra time as well.

Josh Hawkins
CB FA
Sun 9/11/16 12:14 PM

Hawkins (hamstring) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
EDGE Analysis
With Hawkins out, the Packers will roll with just four cornerbacks Sunday, with Ladarius Gunter the only reserve behind Sam Shields, Damarious Randall and Quinten Rollins.