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As external chatter grows about the possibility of the Atlanta Falcons starting rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr., another offensive player in the Falcons' 2024 draft class will miss the remainder of the regular season.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 11

Falcons Placed RB Jase McClellan On IR

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have placed sixth-round RB Jase McClellan on injured reserve, ending his rookie season. Atlanta promoted RB Carlos Washington from the practice squad to take his spot on the roster. McClellan, 22, was a four-star recruit in 2020 and the sixth-best running back in the class.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / December 6

Falcons Rule Out Rookie at Vikings: Final Injury Report

The Atlanta Falcons have revealed their final injury report -- and game statuses -- before Sunday's game against the Minnesota Vikings. Atlanta will be without backup running back Jase McClellan, a sixth-round rookie out of Alabama, due to a knee injury.

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

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Atlanta Falcons News / The Falcoholic / October 23

Falcons rookie report: Finally, Michael Penix time

We see Michael Penix and Jase McClellan make their debuts. The rookie report is picking up steam. This week, we saw all but one member of the 2024 draft class active, and we even got a long-awaited glimpse at rookie quarterback Michael Penix in game action.

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Atlanta Falcons News / Atlanta Falcons on SI / July 9

Overlooked Man at RB Could be a Weapon for Atlanta Falcons

According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), the Atlanta Falcons have one of the most promising running back rooms in the NFL with a No. 5 unit ranking. This fact should excite fans and make them eager for the upcoming season.

NFL News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / May 13

Former Alabama RB Jase McClellan signed rookie contract for Atlanta Falcons

Alabama football has served as a pipeline to the National Football League for running backs, especially in the Nick Saban era. Glen Coffee started it in 2009, but several backs after him got drafted into the league.

Atlanta Falcons News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 13

Falcons Sign Sixth-Round RB Jase McClellan

The Falcons are signing sixth-round RB Jase McClellan to a four-year contract, his agency announced. McClellan, 21, was a four-star recruit in 2020 and the sixth-best running back in the class.

Falcons select running back Jase McClellan with 6th-round pick in 2024 NFL Draft

The Falcons grad a running back with good size and a three-down skillset. The Atlanta Falcons had back to back picks in the 6th round of the NFL Draft and they used the first of them (selection 186) on running back Jase McClellan out of the University of Alabama.

College Football News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / April 27

Alabama RB Jase McClellan selected by NFC South team in the 2024 NFL Draft

Alabama running back Jase McClellan is officially off the board on day three of the 2024 NFL Draft as he was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the sixth round.

Atlanta Falcons select Jase McClellan with the 186th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft

Atlanta Falcons select Alabama's Jase McClellan with the 186th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 19, 2024

Los Angeles Rams land visit with Alabama star ahead of 2024 NFL Draft

The Los Angeles Rams are looking at running backs ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. According to KPRC2's Aaron Wilson, the Rams had a visit with former Alabama running back Jase McClellan.

Panthers reportedly held visit for Alabama RB Jase McClellan

The Carolina Panthers have certainly done their homework on the running back position ahead of the 2024 NFL draft. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston, the team has hosted a visit for University of Alabama’s Jase McClellan.

Report: Alabama RB Jase McClellan visited Rams

Kyren Williams is coming off a fantastic 2023 season in which he led the NFL in rushing yards per game, but the Rams would love to take some of the wear and tear off of him by bringing in a capable backup.

Vikings Visit with Draft Prospect at Sneaky Position of Need

Jan 1, 2024; Pasadena, CA, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide running back Jase McClellan (2) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Michigan Wolverines in the fourth quarter in the 2024 Rose Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at Rose Bowl.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / April 13, 2024

Alabama spring game takeaways: Jalen Milroe, RBs excel in Kalen DeBoer's first scrimmage

We got our first glimpse of Bama football post-Saban during Saturday's spring game, and here are our takeaways.

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College Football News / The 33rd Team / March 19, 2024

2024 NFL Draft: Ranking Top 15 Running Back Prospects

The 2024 NFL Draft is quickly approaching, and this year's running back class has several interesting options. Running backs aren't expected to fly off the board in April, but there are always late-round contributors at this position.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 9, 2024

Can Alabama football have the ‘deadliest’ 1-2 punch at running back in the fall?

Jase McClellan and Roydell Williams gave all they had to the University of Alabama as running backs. Both came in the 2020 recruiting class and helped the Crimson Tide win a College Football Playoff National Championship as freshmen.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / March 7, 2024

Justice Haynes leads Alabama running backs through practice

Alabama will be looking for new leads in its running backs room this season after the departure of Jase McClellan (NFL) and Roydell Williams (Florida State).

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Touchdown Alabama Magazine / February 27, 2024

Former Alabama RB Jase McClellan set to show off explosive skill set at NFL Combine

He battled injuries during his collegiate career, but the native Texan puts that behind him. Jase McClellan came to the University of Alabama as a four-star running back in the 2020 signing class.

College Football News / 5 GOATs / January 6, 2024

Report: Alabama RB Jase McClellan ‘expected’ to declare for 2024 NFL Draft

According to Nick Kelly of The Tuscaloosa News, Alabama running back Jase McClellan is “expected” to declare for the 2024 NFL Draft. After waiting his turn for quite some time, McClellan took his opportunity to be the Crimson Tide’s top back this season.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / January 1, 2024

Watch: Alabama draws first blood in semifinal with TD run

Watch: Alabama draws first blood in CFP semifinal with 34-yard TD run

The Michigan Wolverines allowed the sixth-fewest rushing yards per game (87.1) in the country this season, but that didn’t matter on Alabama’s second possession of Monday’s College Football Playoff semifinal matchup.

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / December 27, 2023

Sources: Jase McClellan Full Participant at Practice Ahead of Rose Bowl

ANAHEIM, Calif. — Alabama starting running back Jase McClellan has returned to practice as a full participant ahead of the Crimson Tide's College Football Playoff semifinal against No.

Alabama Crimson Tide News / Yardbarker / November 30, 2023

Report: Alabama's leading rusher to miss SEC title game

The Alabama Crimson Tide will reportedly be without the team's top rusher when they take on undefeated Georgia on Saturday.

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Alabama Crimson Tide News / Alabama Crimson Tide on SI / November 27, 2023

Sources: Jase McClellan Misses First Practice of SEC Championship Week

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — Alabama starting running back Jase McClellan missed the Crimson Tide's Monday practice, sources tell BamaCentral. McClellan left Alabama's 27-24 Iron Bowl win over Auburn in the fourth quarter after re-injuring his foot on a hip-drop tackle on the Crimson Tide's final drive — he left Jordan-Hare Stadium on crutches.