Falcons re-sign defensive end Kroy Biermann

FLOWERY BRANCH -- The Atlanta Falcons have re-signed backup defensive end Kroy Biermann.

The team announced the deal Wednesday. Terms were not disclosed.

Biermann was a fifth-round pick in 2008. He has started 17 of 64 games over his four years with the Falcons. In his career, he has 12.5 sacks and two interceptions returned for touchdowns.

Last season, backing up John Abraham and Ray Edwards, Biermann posted 35 tackles, 2.5 sacks and returned an interception for a touchdown against Jay Cutler and the Chicago Bears. He also played a key role on special teams with nine stops in kickoff and punt coverage.