Falcons Sign Safety Justin Simmons to $8M Deal

The Atlanta Falcons have signed four-time All-Pro safety Justin Simmons to a one-year, $8 million contract with $7.5 million guaranteed. Simmons, who spent the last eight seasons with the Denver Broncos, was released in March as a cap-saving measure. This signing follows the Falcons' recent acquisition of Pro Bowl pass rusher Matthew Judon from the New England Patriots. Simmons, who has 30 career interceptions, will join a revamped Falcons defense under new head coach Raheem Morris and defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake. The Falcons made this move after injuries hit their secondary, including a significant one to DeMarcco Hellams. Simmons chose the Falcons over the New Orleans Saints, whom he also visited recently.