But Matt Ryan threw two touchdowns to Julio Jones in the second half, fill-in running back Devonta Freeman ran for 141 yards with three scores against the NFL's top rushing defense as the Falcons overcame a trio of two-touchdown deficits for a 39-28 win Sunday.
To make room, the Bills released linebacker Jimmy Gaines and designated offensive tackle Tyson Chandler as waived/injured.
The Falcons play their preseason opener against Tennessee on Aug. 14.
Shawne Merriman was one of six former Chargers who attended the news conference and encouraged the team to stay put.
"Yeah, this one's nice. We got a nice one right here," Paranay said, while hopping up and down, the lawsuit claims.
There are other unknowns facing Thomas: even if he returns to Denver, he doesn't know who his quarterback will be.