It’s been a long and slow bye week for the Atlanta Falcons, but they returned to practice on Wednesday to begin preparation for this weekend’s matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers.
The team listed 14 players on its first Week 13 injury report, including wide receiver Darnell Mooney and linebacker Matthew Judon. Mooney is battling an Achilles injury and was one of 12 players limited.
Cornerback Mike Hughes (neck) and defensive lineman Zach Harrison (knee/achilles) were limited on Wednesday while wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge sat out due to a neck injury.
Atlanta Falcons Week 13 injury report
| Player | Injury | Wed | Thu | Fri | Status |
| Darnell Mooney | Achilles | LP | |||
| Matthew Judon | Rest | LP | |||
| Dee Alford | Hamstring | LP | |||
| Mike Hughes | Neck | LP | |||
| Clark Phillips III | Personal | LP | |||
| Kevin King | Concussion | LP | |||
| JD Bertrand | Concussion | LP | |||
| Troy Andersen | Knee | LP | |||
| Nate Landman | Hamstring | LP | |||
| Casey Washington | Concussion | LP | |||
| Charlie Woerner | Concussion | LP | |||
| Zach Harrison | Knee/Achilles | LP | |||
| KhaDarel Hodge | Neck | DNP | |||
| Antonio Hamilton | Pectoral | FP |
Darnell Mooney injury update:
Mooney played in Week 11 but exited the game early due to a hamstring injury. The veteran wideout was limited at Wednesday’s practice with an Achilles injury. Head coach Raheem Morris sounded optimistic about Mooney playing on Sunday.
Mike Hughes injury update:
Hughes was one of three cornerbacks to miss Atlanta’s Week 11 matchup against Denver. He was limited at Wednesday’s practice due to a neck injury. If Hughes is forced to miss Week 13, it could be another rough day for the Falcons’ secondary.
Matthew Judon injury update:
Judon was limited on Wednesday for rest. The veteran linebacker is tied for the team lead with 2.5 sacks. Head coach Raheem Morris said the team wants to see more out of Judon over the final six weeks.
[lawrence-auto-related count=5 category=1360]