Atlanta Falcons promote Long Snapper Overbaugh hours before opener

The move indicates that regular long snapper Josh Harris will likely miss the game with a hip injury.

The Atlanta Falcons promoted long snapper Jeff Overbaugh from the practice squad to the 53-man roster just hours before Thursday night's season-opening contest against the Philadelphia Eagles.

The move indicates that regular long snapper Josh Harris will likely miss the game with a hip injury.

Harris has played in 103 consecutive games (96 regular seasons, seven postseasons) since reaching the NFL.

Falcons coach Dan Quinn stated earlier in the week that a decision on Harris' status would be made Thursday.

Overbaugh played in one regular season game and two postseason contests for the Minnesota Vikings last season. He played college football at San Diego State.

Atlanta released linebacker Dewey Jarvis to open up a spot for Overbaugh.

The Falcons previously ruled out guard Ben Garland (calf) and cornerbacks Isaiah Oliver (ankle) and Blidi Wreh-Wilson (shoulder) from Thursday's game.

Quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) and receivers Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) and Mack Hollins (groin) were ruled out by the Eagles. Hollins was placed on injured reserve on Thursday and will be eligible to return to the Eagles after Week 8.

Philadelphia didn't immediately add a player to the 53-man roster.