Falcons undrafted free agent profile: QB Jack Strand

TL;DR

The Atlanta Falcons have reportedly agreed to terms with 16 undrafted free agents, including quarterback Jack Strand from MSU-Moorhead. The team is moving into the next phase of the offseason following the 2026 NFL Draft.

Key points

Atlanta Falcons signed 16 undrafted free agents
Jack Strand is a quarterback from MSU-Moorhead
The team is focusing on offensive players
Positions include running back, tight ends, and wide receivers
Players invited to rookie minicamp

Jack StrandMSU-MoorheadAtlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons are moving on from the 2026 NFL Draft to the next phase the offseason, but they've still yet to officially sign their undrafted free agent class. The team has reportedly agreed to terms with 16 undrafted free agents, many of whom play on the offensive side of the football.

Atlanta added one quarterback, one running back, two tight ends, five wide receivers, three offensive linemen, two defensive linemen, one specialist and one defensive back. Plus, several players have been invited to the team's rookie minicamp.

In today's undrafted free agent spotlight, we look at MSU-Moorhead quarterback Jack Strand.

Falcons UDFA profile: QB Jack Strand

2025 stats: 3,546 pass yards, 42 TD, 14 INT; 288 rush yards, 5 TD

Strand, a Division II legend, met with the Falcons prior to the draft and was one of the team's first reported undrafted free agent signings. The former Dragons signal-caller broke every school passing record during his four years at MSU-Moorhead (2022-2025), ending his career with 13,161 passing yards, 126 touchdowns and 50 interceptions.

While he's not exactly a dual-threat, Strand had nine career rushing touchdowns. Last season, he rushed for 288 yards and five touchdowns. The 6-foot-4, 245-pound quarterback has a sturdy frame and NFL-caliber arm. Strand still needs some polish, but he has enough physical tools to compete for a backup job at the NFL level.

"A big-boned, sturdy passer, Strand has a live arm but a funky, sidearmed release," wrote The Athletic's Dane Brugler. "His accuracy is adequate, but his ball placement must be more consistent when attacking small-window throws. He tends to arm most of his throws, especially to his left, and needs to be more aware of getting his footwork and hips aligned. He can throw with anticipation and isn’t shy about throwing to spots, although he needs to take better care of the ball."

The Falcons already have three quarterbacks on the roster -- Michael Penix Jr., and -- but Strand has a chance to compete with Siemian for that third quarterback job this season.

Q&A

Who is Jack Strand and what position does he play?

Jack Strand is a quarterback who played at MSU-Moorhead.

How many undrafted free agents did the Falcons sign?

The Falcons reportedly agreed to terms with 16 undrafted free agents.

What positions are included in the Falcons' undrafted free agent class?

The class includes one quarterback, one running back, two tight ends, five wide receivers, three offensive linemen, two defensive linemen, one specialist, and one defensive back.

When will the Falcons' rookie minicamp take place?

The specific date for the Falcons' rookie minicamp has not been mentioned, but several players have been invited to participate.