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Fantasy Player Profile Kendall Sheffield

  • Kendall Sheffield
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2024 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsPts
1@SF
Loss, 19-32
0.00
2@TEN
Win, 24-17
0.00
3NE
Win, 24-3
0.00
4DEN
Loss, 9-10
0.00
5@MIN
Loss, 17-23
0.00
6BUF
Loss, 20-23
0.00
7@PIT
Loss, 15-37
0.00
8@NE
Loss, 22-25
0.00
9HOU
Win, 21-13
0.50
10@ARI
Loss, 6-31
0.00
11IND
Loss, 27-28
0.00
12Bye  0.00
13SEA
Loss, 21-26
0.00
14@MIA
Loss, 26-32
0.00
15@JAX
Win, 32-25
4.50
16LAR
Loss, 9-19
0.00
17@BUF
Loss, 14-40
0.00
18MIA
Win, 32-20
0.50
2024 Fantasy Stats
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1@SF,
L 19-32
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2@TEN,
W 24-17
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3NE,
W 24-3
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4DEN,
L 9-10
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5@MIN,
L 17-23
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6BUF,
L 20-23
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7@PIT,
L 15-37
1----0.00
8@NE,
L 22-25
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9HOU,
W 21-13
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10@ARI,
L 6-31
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11IND,
L 27-28
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12Bye-----0.00
13SEA,
L 21-26
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14@MIA,
L 26-32
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15@JAX,
W 32-25
4----4.50
16LAR,
L 9-19
-----0.00
17@BUF,
L 14-40
-----0.00
18MIA,
W 32-20
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  • Picked up by Gang Green

    Sheffield signed a contract with the Jets on Saturday, Rich Cimini of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield played five regular-season games between the Titans and 49ers in 2023 and accumulated four solo tackles for the latter in the process. Prior to that, he spent his first three seasons in Atlanta. The journeyman will now look for a fresh start in New York by competing for a depth role in the secondary.

    Published: Sat, Jul 27 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works out for 49ers

    Sheffield (undisclosed) was brought in for a tryout by San Francisco on Thursday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield dealt with an undisclosed injury during training camp with the Texans, and he was let go by the team in mid-August. Now, the 27-year-old cornerback appears to be healthy and ready to sign with a new squad this season.

    Published: Thu, Sep 21 at 7:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to practice

    Sheffield (undisclosed) was activated from the active/PUP list Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield returns to the field after opening camp on the PUP list. He'll now work to earn a role in Houston's secondary after not making an active roster during the 2022 campaign.

    Published: Sun, Jul 30 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to PUP list

    The Texans announced that Sheffield (undisclosed) will open up training camp on the active/PUP list Tuesday.

    Analysis: Sheffield will now look to get healthy before the start of the season after signing with the Texans in March. The 27-year-old hasn't appeared in a regular-season game since 2021, when he registered four tackles (two solo) for the Falcons. He'll likely find himself competing for a depth role in the secondary once healthy.

    Published: Tue, Jul 25 at 4:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with Houston

    The Texans signed Sheffield on Friday.

    Analysis: Sheffield was selected by the Falcons in the fourth round of the 2019 draft and appeared in 38 contests over three seasons before being waived following the 2021 campaign. He was claimed by Houston in May but let go in October and remained a free agent for the remainder of the season. He'll get another chance to spend time with Houston during the offseason and compete for a roster spot heading into training camp.

    Published: Fri, Mar 3 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tries out for Big Blue

    Sheffield (undisclosed) was brought in for a workout with the Giants on Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield was waived with an injury designation before reverting to the Texans' IR in late August. The fourth-year cornerback was then let go by Houston on Oct. 11, and he appears to be healthy again after trying out for the Giants. Sheffield recorded 97 tackles, six passes defended and two forced fumbles in 29 games over his first two seasons, though he played just 49 defensive snaps during nine contests with Atlanta in 2021.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 10:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Waived from IR

    Sheffield (undisclosed) was waived from the Texans' injured reserve list Tuesday.

    Analysis: While there was no mention of an injury settlement, Sheffield will leave Houston after being waived from IR. The 26-year-old cornerback will look to make his 2022 season debut elsewhere.

    Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reverts to IR

    Sheffield (undisclosed) reverted to the Texans' injured reserve list Wednesday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

    Analysis: Sheffield was waived/injured by the Texans on Tuesday but went unclaimed on waivers. He'll be forced to miss the entire 2022 campaign unless he reaches an injury settlement with Houston.

    Published: Wed, Aug 31 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Waived/injured Tuesday

    Sheffield (undisclosed) was waived/injured by the Texans on Tuesday.

    Analysis: Sheffield signed with Houston in May after recording four tackles over nine games with Atlanta in 2021. The 26-year-old cornerback now will revert to injured reserve, as long as he passes through waivers unclaimed.

    Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 6:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Headed to Houston

    Sheffield was claimed off waivers by the Texans on Monday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield was waived by Atlanta late last week but already has found a new landing spot. He figures to provide depth at corner and has experience playing on special teams in each of his three seasons in the NFL.

    Published: Mon, May 16 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut by Falcons

    Sheffield was waived by the Falcons on Friday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield was a 2019 fourth round selection of Atlanta whose role with the franchise declined last season. Although he missed time with a bad hamstring, he still only played 49 snaps on defense across nine games, compared to 524 in 13 games during 2020. He'll look to establish himself once again next season, most likely with another team.

    Published: Mon, May 16 at 11:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in full

    Sheffield (hamstring) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield hasn't seen the field since Week 9, but now that he's recovered from his hamstring injury he will be available for Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers. Through three appearances this season, Sheffield has been entirely limited to special teams.

    Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 2:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out Week 12

    Sheffield (hamstring) will remain sidelined for Sunday's matchup with the Jaguars, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official website reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield was activated off the Falcons' injured reserve on Oct. 9. However, he has yet to make his season debut. He was unable to practice all week, so the news is unsurprising. His next chance to debut will come in Week 13 versus the Bucs.

    Published: Fri, Nov 26 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out again Week 11

    Sheffield (hamstring) won't play in the Falcons' Week 11 contest against the Patriots on Thursday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield's season debut will get pushed back one more week as the cornerback is still not ready to see the field. Expect Sheffield to assume a depth role in Atlanta's secondary once he is able to play again. The cornerback's next chance to make his debut will be in Week 12 against the Jaguars.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play in Week 10

    Sheffield (hamstring) won't play in the Falcons' Week 10 contest against the Cowboys, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield's 2021-22 season debut will have to wait, and the cornerback's next chance to play will come in Week 11 when the Falcons play the Patriots. Expect Sheffield to assume a depth role in Atlanta's secondary when he is healthy enough to return to the field.

    Published: Fri, Nov 12 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Wednesday

    Sheffield (hamstring) was unable to practice for the Falcons on Wednesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield has yet to play this season as he's been dealing with a hamstring injury that he suffered in training camp. The cornerback has been on the Falcons' injured reserve since early September. Expect Sheffield to record at least one full practice before returning to the playing field.

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated from IR

    Sheffield was activated from injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: The cornerback has been unavailable this season while dealing with an undisclosed injury. He'll likely make his first appearance of the season Sunday versus the Jets after making 51 tackles with three pass deflections and a forced fumble in 2020.

    Published: Sat, Oct 9 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated to return from IR

    Sheffield (undisclosed) will return to practice Wednesday, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield missed the majority of training camp and the first three weeks of the season with an undisclosed injury. The 25-year-old will now have three weeks to be added to the active roster. If he isn't, he will head back to IR for the remainder of the season.

    Published: Wed, Sep 29 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on IR

    The Falcons placed Sheffield (undisclosed) on injured reserve Wednesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield missed the majority of training camp with the undisclosed injury and will now miss at least the first three weeks of the regular season.

    Published: Fri, Sep 3 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Coverage struggles continue in 2020

    Sheffield logged five tackles (four solo) during last Sunday's 44-27 loss to Tampa Bay, and he closed the 2020 campaign with 51 tackles, three pass deflections and a forced fumble over 13 games.

    Analysis: Sheffield remains without an interception over 29 NFL appearances, as Atlanta tied for 24th in the league with 11 forced INTs in 2020. Meanwhile, he's surrendered an average 73.6 percent completion rate and a passer rating of 114.7 on 125 career coverage targets. The 2019 fourth-round draft choice from Ohio State will be under contract for two more seasons, as Atlanta continues to develop its homegrown cornerback nucleus of Sheffield, A.J. Terrell and Isaiah Oliver.

    Published: Sat, Jan 9 at 8:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for NFC South battle

    Sheffield (illness) is active for Sunday's game versus the Saints, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Despite sitting out the entire practice week, Sheffield has been cleared for Week 13. Sheffield slots in as the No. 3 tight end behind A.J. Terrell and Darqueze Dennard, and he typically plays around half of the defensive snaps per game.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 13

    Sheffield (illness) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Saints, Katherine Terrell of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield was unable to practice all week due to this illness, which hasn't been linked to COVID-19. He has two more days to recover, otherwise he'll sit out for the first time since Week 3. If that happens, Blidi Wreh-Wilson could see more reps at cornerback Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't practice Wednesday

    Sheffield (illness) did not participate during the Falcons' practice session Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield logged three total tackles on 32 defensive snaps during Atlanta's Week 12 win over the Raiders. He was not reported to be having any issues postgame, rendering his illness a new development as the Falcons open up the in-person practice week. The 24-year-old's defensive involvement has faded recently, with A.J. Terrell, Darqueze Dennard and Isaiah Oliver all receiving more snaps than he over each of the Falcons' past three games.

    Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 8:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Sunday

    Sheffield (concussion) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Broncos.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old suffered the concussion last Thursday against the Panthers, but he was able to clear the concussion protocol with the extra time between games. Sheffield should fill his usual role in the secondary for Atlanta on Sunday.

    Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with concussion

    Sheffield (concussion) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield's head injury has been confirmed as a concussion, so he'll need to clear concussion protocol to suit up Sunday against the Broncos. On the bright side, the second-year cornerback was at least able to get in a limited practice to start the week.

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Injures head again

    Sheffield was cleared to return after sustaining a head injury in the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Panthers, but he re-injured his head in the second half and is now questionable to return, Jason Butt of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: If Sheffield misses the remainder of Thursday's game, Blidi Wreh-Wilson figures to handle starting duties at cornerback as he has done through out much of the contest.

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 8:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable with head injury

    Sheffield is being evaluated for a head injury in Thursday night's game against the Panthers and is questionable to return, Jason Butt of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield took a shot to the head from his teammate on the Falcons' first defensive play of the game and was slow to get up. As long as Sheffield is out, Blidi Wreh-Wilson is slated to take over at cornerback.

    Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 6:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • To suit up for Week 7

    Sheffield (ankle) logged a full practice Friday and does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield tweaked his ankle during Atlanta's Week 6 triumph over the Vikings, but he was able to return to action and garner 91 percent of the defensive snaps. The second-year man was forced to sit out the first three games of 2020 because of a foot injury, and so far he has struggled in coverage when active. Though Sheffield does own two pass deflections on the year, opponents are averaging an astronomical 15.8 yards per completion when throwing in his direction.

    Published: Sat, Oct 24 at 8:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in action Sunday

    Sheffield (ankle) returned to Sunday's game against the Panthers, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old exited after tweaking his ankle and was considered questionable to return, but he was ultimately able to retake the field. Sheffield has four tackles and one pass defensed with the Falcons trailing 20-10 during the third quarter.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 12:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with ankle injury

    Sheffield exited Sunday's game against the Panthers with an ankle injury, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old missed the first three games of the season with a foot injury, so it's at least good news that he didn't aggravate that injury. Blidi Wreh-Wilson should see more snaps while Sheffield is sidelined.

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Decent 2020 debut on MNF

    Sheffield collected six tackles and one pass deflection while playing 100 percent of the defensive snaps during Monday night's 30-16 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Though Atlanta's defense as a whole was torched by Aaron Rodgers, surrendering 327 passing yards and four touchdowns to the future Hall of Famer, Sheffield allowed completions on just 50 percent of his targets. The 24-year-old held Rodgers to a 67.2 pass rating when throwing in his direction, but with Darqueze Dennard (hamstring), Keanu Neal (hamstring) and Ricardo Allen (elbow) all unavailable for Week 4, the Falcons were no match for Green Bay's passing attack. Next up is a showdown with NFC…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season debut on tap

    Sheffield (foot) practiced fully Saturday and is expected to start Monday's game versus the Packers, Jason Butt of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield has officially been cleared to return after sitting out the first three games of the season. The Falcons' secondary is notoriously porous, ranking 31st with 350.3 passing yards allowed per game, and Sheffield will attempt to patch it up in his return to the lineup. Last season, he allowed a 110.0 passer rating and two touchdowns when targeted.

    Published: Sat, Oct 3 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First practice session of season

    Sheffield (foot) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield missed Atlanta's first three games of the season due to a foot injury, but he now looks on track for Monday's upcoming contest against the Packers. Per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Sheffield is expected to slide back into his usual starting role at left cornerback.

    Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returning to practice

    Coach Dan Quinn said Sheffield (foot) will return to practice beginning Thursday, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Quinn expanded by stating the team will monitor Sheffield's progress during practice sessions throughout the week, and a decision on his availability for Monday Night Football will be made from there. Darqueze Dennard (hamstring) landed on injured reserve Tuesday, and rookie A.J. Terrell is currently on the Reserve-COVID-19 list, leaving Atlanta with a precarious situation in the secondary. This is certainly not an ideal week to be shorthanded, as the Falcons take on Green Bay's Aaron Rodgers,…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 6:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out to face Bears

    Sheffield (foot) is ruled out for Sunday's game against Chicago, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield will miss his third straight contest to begin the season due to a lingering foot injury. His next chance to take the field will come Week 4 in Green Bay during Monday Night Football.

    Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 8:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to miss Week 3

    Sheffield (foot) is not expected to suit up against Chicago on Sunday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield has missed back-to-back games to begin the 2020 season, and it looks as though he'll need to wait at least another week before retaking the field. Darqueze Dennard stands to continue playing a starting role as long as Sheffield is unable to go.

    Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 10:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't suit up Sunday

    Sheffield (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Cowboys, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield's season debut will wait another week. His absence leaves the Falcons in a tight spot against the receiver-rich Cowboys, and Darqueze Dennard should maintain his starting role in Week 2. Sheffield will look to get healthy for Week 3's clash against Chicago.

    Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Foot injury persists

    Sheffield (foot) did not practice Wednesday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Dan Quinn has downplayed Sheffield's foot injury, but it forced the cornerback to miss Atlanta's first game. If Sheffield fails to up his practice participation as the week unfolds, he'll likely be out again Sunday in Dallas.

    Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • injury downplayed

    Coach Dan Quinn said Monday he doesn't expect Sheffield (foot) to face a long-term absence, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The 24-year-old was inactive for the season opener due to the left foot issue he was battling during training camp, but it doesn't appear to be a serious concern. Sheffield's status for Week 2 against the Cowboys should receive more clarity once the Falcons return to practice Wednesday.

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially out Sunday

    Sheffield (foot) has been ruled out of Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Will McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield battled this injury through training camp and was unable to practice all week, so he'll watch from the sidelines Sunday. Darqueze Dennard should see an increase in snaps with Sheffield out, and Blidi Wreh-Wilson could also enjoy a bump in usage.

    Published: Fri, Sep 11 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to go Week 1

    Sheffield (foot) is doubtful to play Sunday against Seattle after sitting out Thursday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The second-year cornerback continues to sport a walking boot, leaving Atlanta with just one of its top three perimeter cornerbacks certain to suit up Week 1. Rookie A.J. Terrell (hamstring) was limited Thursday, making Isaiah Oliver the only member of the group who is completely clear for play at the moment. With Sheffield likely to be on the shelf Week 1, veteran Darqueze Dennard may shift out of the slot and see more snaps lining up on outside receivers.

    Published: Thu, Sep 10 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't practice Wednesday

    Sheffield (foot) was a nonparticipant in Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield was spotted wearing a walking boot on his left foot at Wednesday's practice, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. When healthy, the second-year pro looks primed to handle a rotational role at cornerback, but he'll only have two more opportunities to practice ahead of Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 4:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Sheffield (foot) returned to practice Tuesday morning, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The second-year pro missed a few days of practice while nursing a sore foot. Sheffield will compete for cornerback snaps with A.J. Terrell, Isaiah Oliver and Darqueze Dennard.

    Published: Tue, Aug 18 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses second straight practice

    Sheffield was absent from a second consecutive practice session Saturday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: It has not yet been announced why Sheffield is not practicing, but an update on his status is expected from coach Dan Quinn shortly. The former Ohio State Buckeye logged 11 starts as a rookie last year, and based on Quinn's high praise of him this offseason, it seems he is slated to inherit a prominent defensive role for 2020 as well.

    Published: Sat, Aug 15 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Garnering praise from head coach

    Coach Dan Quinn believes that Sheffield could develop into the Falcons' No. 1 cornerback, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. "He's definitely somebody with the speed and short-space quickness to (become our best cornerback)," Quinn said Monday. "I definitely think he has a shot to do that, based on his speed and that I think he's going to continue to grow."

    Analysis: Some advanced metrics providers may consider the coach's assessment optimistic, as Pro Football Focus reported Sheffield as having the 15th-worst coverage grade among 114 qualified cornerbacks last year. He fielded 378 of his 697 defensive snaps in the slot and another 227 as a wide corner, but he'll have to improve in both regards if he is to match up reasonably against the myriad of Pro-Bowl caliber receivers within his own division.

    Published: Mon, Apr 20 at 5:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts 11 games as rookie

    Sheffield (ankle) recorded 43 tackles, three pass deflections and a forced fumble across 16 appearances for the Falcons in 2019.

    Analysis: The rookie from Ohio State saw an uptick in playing time while Desmond Trufant was inactive between Weeks 6 and 10 with a toe injury, and he continued to remain an integral piece after Trufant went down due to a season-ending forearm injury Week 14. Sheffield fielded just 46 total defensive snaps over the Falcons' first five games of 2019, but from Week 6 on, he averaged over 59 defensive snaps per contest, logging 11 straight starts before succumbing to an ankle injury in the finale. Though he…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 6 at 8:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves with ankle injury

    Sheffield won't return to Sunday's game against the Buccaneers after suffering an ankle injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Sheffield has been a starter since Week 6, and he's recorded 36 tackles and three pass breakups over the last 10 games. The rookie fourth-round pick's season is over. Blidi Wreh-Wilson and Jamar Taylor are in line for additional snaps for the remainder of Sunday's divisional clash.

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to go Week 12

    Sheffield (illness) is active for the team's Week 12 contest against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Sheffield had battled an illness throughout the week but is prepared to play Week 12. He's served as the team's slot cornerback and will likely have his hands full trying to keep Chris Godwin in check.

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially questionable

    Sheffield (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Dan Quinn said Friday that he expects Sheffield to play Week 12, but a final decision on the rookie's availability will ultimately come down to how well he recovers from his illness. If cleared to suit up, Sheffield stands to play a key role in Atlanta's secondary as slot cornerback.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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