Atlanta Falcons Make Bold Statement by Signing OL Ryan Neuzil to One-Year Deal, Solidifying Center Role for 2025 NFL Season

The move follows the team’s $3.263 million right-of-first-refusal tender for Neuzil earlier in the offseason.

The 26-year-old Neuzil, who started eight games in lieu of Drew Dalman due to injury, was a major contributor during the 2024 season. During that time, he surrendered only one sack and ten total pressures over 346 pass-blocking snaps—impressive stats that helped develop trust within the coaching staff. The Falcons quickly decided that Neuzil was their long-term middle offensive line option after Dalman left in free agency to join the Chicago Bears.

Neuzil’s growth was hailed by head coach Raheem Morris, who described him as “a smart, dependable, and physical presence who’s earned his shot.”The move follows the team’s $3.263 million right-of-first-refusal tender for Neuzil earlier in the offseason.

The 26-year-old Neuzil, who started eight games in lieu of Drew Dalman due to injury, was a major contributor during the 2024 season. During that time, he surrendered only one sack and ten total pressures over 346 pass-blocking snaps—impressive stats that helped develop trust within the coaching staff. The Falcons quickly decided that Neuzil was their long-term middle offensive line option after Dalman left in free agency to join the Chicago Bears.

Neuzil’s growth was hailed by head coach Raheem Morris, who described him as “a smart, dependable, and physical presence who’s earned his shot.”

“This means a lot,” Neuzil said in a brief statement. “I’m grateful for the opportunity and ready to prove that I can be the guy at center week in and week out.”

With the offensive line’s core now in place and training camp around the corner, the Falcons are focused on building continuity and improving upon their 7-10 finish from last season. Locking down Neuzil gives the team a reliable foundation in the trenches—and a signal that stability is the priority moving forward.