The Atlanta Falcons have dismissed assistant defensive line coach LaTroy Lewis following the emergence of sexual assault allegations against him, the team announced Friday.
In a brief statement, the organization confirmed that Lewis is no longer a member of the coaching staff. The team cited the allegations as the reason for his departure but did not provide additional details regarding the nature of the accusations, when they were reported, or any ongoing legal or league proceedings. No further comment was made available from the club at the time of the announcement.
Lewis had served as an assistant defensive line coach, working with the unit responsible for pressuring opposing quarterbacks and defending against the run. His role included assisting in player development, working on positional technique, and supporting the implementation of the defensive game plan as directed by the defensive coordinator and head coach. With his dismissal, those responsibilities are expected to be redistributed among the remaining defensive staff, though the team has not yet outlined its plans or named a replacement.
The timing of the move places the Falcons in a position where they must adjust their coaching structure while preparing for forthcoming offseason activities. Coaching staffs typically spend this period evaluating roster needs, reviewing player performance, and refining schemes ahead of offseason workouts and training camp. Any change on the staff can affect continuity, particularly along position groups that rely heavily on detailed technical instruction and consistent messaging.
The organization did not disclose whether the NFL has been formally notified of the allegations or whether any league-level inquiry is underway. There was no information provided on potential administrative steps beyond Lewis’ dismissal, and no public statements from Lewis or his representatives were included in the announcement.
As of now, the Falcons have limited their public response to confirming that Lewis has been relieved of his duties. Further developments may depend on the progression of any investigations by relevant authorities, but those processes were not described or detailed in the team’s announcement. The club indicated it would have no further comment at this time.
