CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 13: Adrian Clayborn #99 of the Atlanta Falcons watches the action against the Carolina Panthers at Bank Of America Stadium on December 13, 2015 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images)Scott Cunningham/Getty Images

Adrian Clayborn Injury: Updates on Falcons DE's Recovery from Knee Surgery

Adam WellsNov 29, 2016

The Atlanta Falcons were without pass-rusher Adrian Clayborn for multiple weeks after he had surgery to repair a partially torn meniscus suffered in Week 12 against the Arizona Cardinals, per NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. However, he is ready to return.

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TOP NEWS

Clayborn Active vs. Panthers

Saturday, Dec. 24

The Falcons announced that Clayborn will be available against Carolina in Week 16.

Latest on Clayborn's Practice Status

Friday, Dec. 9

The Falcons announced Clayborn did not practice for the third straight day on Friday.

Clayborn Tweets About Surgery

Tuesday, Nov. 29

Clayborn Loss Was a Significant Blow to Falcons D

The Falcons had a rough weekend, particularly on defense, despite their win over the Cardinals. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, star cornerback Desmond Trufant has to undergo season-ending surgery on the torn pectoral he injured in Week 9.

Losing Clayborn was a substantial blow for the Falcons. His 4.5 sacks this season rank second on the team and represent his best single-season total since 2013.

The Falcons have had their struggles on defense this season, but their pass rush led by Clayborn and Vic Beasley has been vastly improved.