Falcons place kicker Younghoe Koo on injured reserve, sign Riley Patterson for playoffs

The Atlanta Falcons have placed Pro Bowl kicker Younghoe Koo on injured reserve, ending his 2024 season. Koo aggravated an injury during a recent game, contributing to his struggles this year, where he converted only 73.5% of field goals. To fill Koo's spot, the Falcons have signed Riley Patterson from the Cleveland Browns' practice squad. Patterson has a career field goal rate of 88.1% and previously kicked for the New York Jets and Detroit Lions. Koo's performance this season has been below his usual standard, as he had a conversion rate of 89.9% in prior years. His absence will last at least three games unless the Falcons reach the playoffs.