The Atlanta Falcons listed 10 players on their Wednesday injury report but the team is trending in the right direction as the week goes on. Right guard Chris Lindstrom (knee) returned to the practice field on Thursday after sitting out to begin the week.
Linebackers Troy Andersen (knee) and center Drew Dalman (ankle) were limited for the second consecutive day. Safety Justin Simmons (hamstring), and cornerback Antonio Hamilton (back) were full participants on Thursday.
Rookie defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro (ankle) was held out for the second straight practice. Head coach Raheem Morris said Orhorhoro’s status doesn’t look great for Week 9.
Falcons Week 9 injury report
| Player | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Status |
| Matthew Judon | Rest | LP | — | ||
| Justin Simmons | Hamstring | LP | FP | ||
| Antonio Hamilton | Back | LP | FP | ||
| Troy Andersen | Knee | LP | LP | ||
| James Smith-Williams | Rest | LP | — | ||
| Kaden Elliss | Knee | LP | FP | ||
| Drew Dalman | Ankle | LP | LP | ||
| Chris Lindstrom | Knee | DNP | LP | ||
| Ruke Orhorhoro | Ankle | DNP | DNP | ||
| JD Bertrand | Concussion | DNP | DNP | ||
| Charlie Woerner | Rest | — | LP | ||
| Nate Landman | Rest | — | LP |
Linebacker JD Bertrand missed practice Thursday’s practice as well. The rookie’s status for Week 9 is in doubt as he recovers from a concussion. A few other Falcons were listed as limited due to rest on Thursday.
Sunday’s game against the Dallas Cowboys starts at 1 p.m. ET inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
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