Derrick Shelby: Atlanta Falcon Defensive End

Derrick Shelby is an American football player who’s signed with the Atlanta Falcons as a defensive end in a four-year, $21 million contract. Derrick Shelby previously played as a Miami Dolphin and a Utah Ute, and he’s steadily earned an excellent reputation.

Derrick Shelby

Derrick Shelby is one of the most underrated options available,” read one press release announcing Shelby’s contract with the Falcons. He’s tasked with improving the team’s pass-rush, and though he sat out most of 2016 on an injury, he’s getting more game time than ever.

Derrick Shelby


“As the Falcons look to bolster their pass-rush, some changes at defensive end could make a big difference in that regard. Shelby, who will also spend time in side, is an established run-stopper and developed his pass-rush skills last season in Miami,” read another article from the Atlanta Falcons in August of 2016.

To read more about Derrick Shelby’s career with the National Football League, visit his  profile here: https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/players/156657/derrick-shelby

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