# Falcons CB Billy Bowman debuts in 2026

> Billy Bowman Jr. makes Falcons' 2026 season debut after injury recovery.
- Title: Falcons CB Billy Bowman debuts in 2026 · NBC Sports | Shortify
- Summary: Billy Bowman Jr. makes Falcons' 2026 season debut after injury recovery. Falcons cornerback Billy Bowman Jr. returns for Thursday Night Football after 2025…
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- Source: NBC Sports — https://nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/thursday-night-football-falcons-cb-billy-bowman-will-make-his-2026-debut
- Published: 2026-09-24T22:58:54.385+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: billy bowman jr, falcons, nfl, thursday night football, achilles injury, cornerback, sports
## Who
Billy Bowman Jr. returns for Thursday Night Football.
## When
September 24, 2026.
## Why
Achilles injury ended his 2025 season.
## What happens next
Falcons need him with A.J. Terrell Jr. on injured reserve.
## Other inactives
Cooper Rush and Jack Strand also inactive.
## Key takeaway

Falcons cornerback Billy Bowman Jr. returns for Thursday Night Football after 2025 Achilles injury.