Falcons Demote Koo Elevate Romo Ahead Sunday Night Vikings Game

The Atlanta Falcons have benched veteran kicker Younghoe Koo following continued poor performance, including a critical missed 44-yard field goal in Week 1 that cost the team a chance to tie the game. Koo, who has struggled with accuracy over the past two seasons, was downgraded to out for the Falcons' Week 2 game against the Minnesota Vikings, with the demotion not related to injury. In his place, the Falcons elevated Parker Romo from the practice squad, a kicker with previous experience filling in for the Vikings and a strong recent performance in limited NFL action. Falcons special teams coordinator Marquice Williams praised Romo's leg strength, accuracy, and poise, highlighting his ability to handle pressure despite limited attempts. Romo's elevation also sets up an intriguing matchup against his former team, the Vikings, where he previously served as a reliable fill-in kicker. Meanwhile, the Falcons continue to evaluate their kicking situation amid declining confidence in Koo's consistency.