Falcons sign former Gator Kyle Trask, quietly reuniting a familiar duo

The Atlanta Falcons made a necessary, and surprisingly intriguing, roster move this week, signing quarterback Kyle Trask to their practice squad following the season-ending injury to rookie Michael Penix Jr. With Kirk Cousins starting and Easton Stick bumped into the backup spot, Atlanta needed additional stability behind them. Trask, a former second-round pick with SEC pedigree, arrives as a logical and timely insurance option.

For Trask, this signing represents both a fresh opportunity and a chance to keep his NFL career moving in the right direction. His time in Tampa Bay never fully materialized, as he spent most of his tenure sitting behind veterans and rarely seeing the field. Atlanta’s move doesn’t guarantee him snaps, but it places him in a quarterback room where depth has suddenly become a priority, and where any trustworthy arm could be called upon without much warning.

One of the most notable layers to Trask’s signing is the built-in familiarity he brings to the Falcons’ offense, specifically with star tight end Kyle Pitts. The two formed the electric “Kyle-to-Kyle” connection at the University of Florida, one of the most explosive quarterback-to-tight-end duos college football had seen in years. Pitts was a nearly unstoppable mismatch weapon, and Trask’s accuracy and willingness to feed him the ball turned both players into national names. Their chemistry was built on timing, trust, and an almost effortless understanding of how the other operated on the field. While Trask was not signed to start, the comfort between him and Pitts gives Atlanta a unique advantage if injuries force deeper movement on the depth chart.

Beyond the reunion storyline, Trask’s arrival is a move rooted in practicality. The Falcons cannot afford to be caught unprepared after losing Penix, especially in a season they can still compete for the playoffs, even while being inconsistent. Adding Trask creates a safety net, someone who has spent time learning under Tom Brady and staying ready even with limited playing time.

Trask also fits Atlanta’s long-term needs. While he may not be the franchise quarterback, teams often uncover valuable backups or spot starters from situations exactly like this one. If he impresses in practice and shows command of the playbook, the Falcons could decide to keep him beyond this immediate emergency.

Ultimately, the signing is a smart, low-risk move for Atlanta during a turbulent moment. Penix’s injury forced the Falcons to reassess and reinforce their depth, and Trask provides both experience and familiarity, especially with one of the team’s biggest offensive stars. For Trask, the door is cracked open. Now it’s on him to see how far he can push it.