Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Darnell Mooney, Kaleb McGary

Falcons injury report: Atlanta releases estimated practice report after getting Wednesday off

The Atlanta Falcons have had a busy couple of days following their Monday night win over the Las Vegas Raiders. On Tuesday, the team decided to bench quarterback Kirk Cousins in favor of rookie Michael Penix Jr. for the rest of the season.

The Falcons will face the New York Giants this weekend in Penix’s first NFL start. While the team did not hold practice on Wednesday, Atlanta released a simulated injury report that listed eight players.

Wide receiver Darnell Mooney was limited for rest and right tackle Kaleb McGary (knee) was listed as a full participant. KhaDarel Hodge, who was awarded NFC Special Teams Player of the Week, was limited due to a rib injury.

Falcons estimated Wednesday injury report

Player Injury Wed Thu Fri Status
Darnell Mooney Rest LP
KhaDarel Hodge Ribs LP
Ross Dwelley Ankle LP
Charlie Woerner Quad LP
Zach Harrison Rest LP
Kaleb McGary Elbow FP
Casey Washington Concussion DNP
Demone Harris Illness DNP

Sunday’s game against the Giants kicks off at 1 p.m. ET at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

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Falcons injury report: Latest updates with Week 15 game designations

Falcons injury report: Troy Andersen, Casey Washington ruled out vs. Raiders

The Atlanta Falcons released their final injury report of Week 15 and two players have officially been ruled out for Monday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Linebacker Troy Andersen (knee) and wide receiver Casey Washington (concussion) will be inactive after missing all three days of practice. Rookie defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro is listed as questionable for Week 15 despite getting a full practice in on Saturday.

Wide receiver Darnell Mooney was limited for the second day this week. Mooney is battling a foot injury but was not given an injury designation for Monday’s game.

Falcons injury report: Saturday updates

Player Injury Thu Fri Sat Status
Darnell Mooney Foot LP FP LP    —
Jessie Bates Shoulder FP FP FP    —
Charlie Woerner Wrist FP FP FP    —
Zach Harrison Achilles LP LP FP    —
Matthew Judon Rest LP   —   —    —
Ruke Orhorhoro Ankle LP LP FP QUEST.
Troy Andersen Knee DNP DNP DNP OUT
Casey Washington Concussion DNP DNP DNP OUT
Nate Landman Rest   — LP   —    —
Chris Lindstrom Rest   — LP   —    —
Grady Jarrett Rest   —   — LP    —
Kaleb McGary Rest   —   — LP    —
Jake Matthews Rest   —   — LP    —
David Onyemata Rest   —   — LP    —

With quarterback Aidan O’Connell unlikely to play in Week 15, the Raiders are expected to start quarterback Desmond Ridder against his former team. Ridder has appeared in four games this season, throwing for 239 yards and a touchdown.

Monday’s game in Las Vegas starts at 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN’s “Monday Night Football.” Make sure to check out the team’s latest depth chart and our recent mock draft entering Week 15.

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Vikings rule out All-Pro defender for Sunday’s game vs. Falcons

Falcons News: Vikings rule out All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore for Week 14 game

The Atlanta Falcons have a crucial road matchup against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 14. Both teams are fighting for their divisional lives and can’t afford a loss on Sunday.

Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins returns to the city where he spent the last six seasons. The 36-year-old is coming off arguably the worst game of his NFL career and will need to play well to hold off talented rookie Michael Penix.

Fortunately for Cousins, the Vikings have ruled out All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore ahead of Sunday’s game in Minnesota.

The Vikings have a few other players, including guard Dalton Risner and defensive lineman Harrison Phillips, listed as questionable for Week 14. The Falcons are in decent shape heading into Sunday’s game.

The team ruled out rookie running back Jase McClellan and defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro. Falcons cornerback Mike Hughes was listed as questionable.

Check out the team’s full Week 14 injury report, depth chart and updated 53-man roster. Sunday’s game starts at 1 p.m. ET inside Minnesota’s U.S. Bank Stadium.

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Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Darnell Mooney, Drake London

Falcons injury report: Drake London limited, Darnell Mooney out on Wednesday

The Atlanta Falcons will travel to Minneapolis in Week 14 for a crucial game against the 10-2 Minnesota Vikings. On Wednesday, the team released its first injury report of the week and a few notable names, including Drake London and Darnell Mooney, were on it.

Mooney, who’s recovering from an Achilles injury, was given a rest day while London was limited for rest as well. Running back Jase McClellan was held out with a knee injury.

Defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro was designated to return from the injured reserve list. The rookie was a limited participant at Wednesday’s practice.

Cornerback Mike Hughes was a full participant and Kevin King was limited for rest. In total, 10 players were listed on the team’s Wednesday injury report.

Falcons Week 14 injury report

Player Injury Wed Thu Fri Status
Drake London Rest LP
Darnell Mooney Rest DNP
Nate Landman Hamstring LP
Troy Andersen Knee LP
Mike Hughes Neck FP
Matthew Judon Rest LP
Kevin King Rest LP
Ruke Orhorhoro Ankle LP
Zach Harrison Achilles LP
Jase McClellan Knee DNP

Sunday’s game in Minnesota starts at 1 p.m. ET inside U.S. Bank Stadium. Check out the Falcons’ latest depth chart and roster moves entering Week 14.

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Falcons provide injury update on rookie defensive lineman

Falcons rookie defensive lineman set to return from injured reserve list in Week 14

The Atlanta Falcons struggled to score points in their 17-13 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers, but their defense showed up in a big way. After recording just 10 sacks over the first 11 games, the Falcons brought down Justin Herbert a season-high five times.

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris hopes to keep that defensive momentum going when the team faces off against the Minnesota Vikings this Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Morris said he expects rookie defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro to return from the injured reserve list this week, which should provide an additional boost for Atlanta’s front seven. The Falcons head coach also said he doesn’t expect safety DeMarcco Hellams back this week.

The second-round pick out of Clemson was a healthy scratch for the first few games of the season. Orhorhoro eventually got a chance and played fairly well, especially against the run. He was later placed on the injured reserve list due to an ankle injury he suffered in Week 8.

Check back on Wednesday for the team’s first Week 14 injury report. On Tuesday, the Falcons released their depth chart for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings.

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Falcons provide injury updates on Drake London, Darnell Mooney

Falcons head coach Raheem Morris provides injury updates on Drake London, Darnell Mooney and Mike Hughes

The Atlanta Falcons had an extra week to rest before their upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, but you wouldn’t know it looking at the injury report.

While several key players have been limited in practice this week, head coach Raheem Morris gave reporters some positive updates on wide receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney ahead of Sunday’s game in Atlanta.

Morris said London and Mooney are good to go for Week 13 while cornerback Mike Hughes is unlikely to play, per ESPN’s Marc Raimondi.

A handful of other players are battling injuries but we’ll have to wait until Friday’s official injury report is released to learn more. Kicker Younghoe Koo, guard Chris Lindstrom and defensive lineman Zach Harrison were each limited during Thursday’s practice.

Sunday’s game against the Chargers begins at 1 p.m. ET inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Check out the team’s updated 53-man roster and practice squad entering Week 13.

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Falcons injury news: Latest update on WR Darnell Mooney

ESPN insider provides injury update on Falcons WR Darnell Mooney, who exited Sunday’s game vs. the Broncos

The Atlanta Falcons have the week off and it couldn’t have come at a better time. After ruling out eight players ahead of Week 11, the team suffered a few other notable injuries during Sunday’s 38-6 loss to the Denver Broncos.

Wide receiver Darnell Mooney (hamstring), cornerback Kevin King (concussion) and defensive lineman Zach Harrison (knee) each exited the game and did not return.

Mooney, the former Chicago Bears wideout, has been a key piece of Atlanta’s offense this season. Fortunately, it doesn’t sound like he will miss any time. According to a report from ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Mooney’s hamstring injury is “not serious.”

Mooney finished Sunday’s loss with two catches for 27 receiving yards. It was his second-lowest yardage total of the year. Despite the quiet outing, Mooney leads the team with 711 receiving yards this season. The former fifth-round pick is on track for the second 1,000-yard season of his career.

The Falcons have a bye in Week 12 before they host the Los Angeles Chargers at home in Week 13. Check back later for updates on Harrison, King and rookie wide receiver Casey Washington.

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Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Darnell Mooney, Mike Hughes

Falcons injury report: Darnell Mooney limited, 8 players ruled out for Week 11 game vs Broncos

The Atlanta Falcons released their final injury report ahead of Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos and eight players have officially been ruled out.

Linebacker Troy Andersen, cornerback Mike Hughes and defensive lineman Ta’Quon Graham won’t be suiting up in Week 11. Atlanta will be extremely thin in the secondary on Sunday as defensive backs Dee Alford and Antonio Hamilton have been ruled out for the game as well.

On the bright side, quarterback Kirk Cousins was a full participant in Friday’s practice as he deals with injuries to his elbow and shoulder. Wide receiver Darnell Mooney was limited for the second day in a row due to an Achilles injury.

Mooney was not given an official game status, meaning he’s likely good to go for Sunday’s matchup in Denver.

Falcons Week 11 injury report

Player Injury Wed Thu Fri Status
Drake London Hip FP FP FP   —
Drew Dalman Ankle FP FP FP   —
Lorenzo Carter Concussion LP FP FP   —
Kirk Cousins Shoulder/elbow LP FP FP   —
Mike Hughes Neck LP DNP DNP OUT
Tyler Allgeier Quadricep LP FP FP   —
JD Bertrand Concussion LP LP DNP OUT
Troy Andersen Knee LP LP LP OUT
Chris Lindstrom Knee LP LP FP   —
Ryan Neuzil Calf LP FP FP   —
Zach Harrison Achilles LP LP FP   —
Dee Alford Hamstring DNP DNP DNP OUT
Antonio Hamilton Pectoral DNP DNP DNP OUT
James Smith-Williams Tibia DNP DNP DNP OUT
Charlie Woerner Concussion DNP DNP OUT
Ta’Quon Graham Pectoral DNP DNP OUT
Darnell Mooney Achilles   — LP LP   —
Grady Jarrett Achilles   — LP FP   —

Darnell Mooney injury update

Mooney has been limited the last two days due to an Achilles injury. While the veteran wideout wasn’t given an injury designation on Friday’s injury report, Achilles injuries are no joke and he should be monitored entering Sunday’s game.

Kirk Cousins injury update

Cousins, despite his surprise appearance on Wednesday’s injury report, is on track to play after participating fully in the last two practices. Cousins ranks third in passing yards this season and will need to play well for Atlanta to have a chance in Week 11.

Mike Hughes injury update

Hughes has been ruled out for Sunday’s game due to a neck injury he suffered during last week’s loss to the Saints. While A.J. Terrell gets most of the headlines, Hughes has been quietly efficient this season. The entire secondary is pretty banged up with Antonio Hamilton and Dee Alford also ruled out for Week 11.

Sunday’s game kicks off at 4:05 p.m. ET in Denver. The Broncos are 2.5-point favorites over the Falcons.

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Falcons injury report: Latest updates on Darnell Mooney, Kirk Cousins

Falcons injury report: Darnell Mooney, Kirk Cousins among 18 players listed on Thursday’s report

On Thursday, the Atlanta Falcons wrapped up their second day of practice ahead of this weekend’s matchup against the Denver Broncos. Both teams are coming off close losses in Week 10 and will look to bounce back in Week 11.

After listing 16 players on their estimated Wednesday injury report, that number jumped to 18 at Thursday’s practice. Wide receiver Darnell Mooney was limited due to an Achilles injury. Quarterback Kirk Cousins was a full participant after being limited on Wednesday.

Six players sat out on Thursday, including cornerback Dee Alford, linebacker James Smith-Williams and defensive lineman Ta’Quon Graham.

Atlanta Falcons Week 11 injury report:

Player Injury Wed Thu Fri Status
Drake London Hip FP FP FP   —
Drew Dalman Ankle FP FP FP   —
Lorenzo Carter Concussion LP FP FP   —
Kirk Cousins Shoulder/elbow LP FP FP   —
Mike Hughes Neck LP DNP DNP OUT
Tyler Allgeier Quadricep LP FP FP   —
JD Bertrand Concussion LP LP DNP OUT
Troy Andersen Knee LP LP LP OUT
Chris Lindstrom Knee LP LP FP   —
Ryan Neuzil Calf LP FP FP   —
Zach Harrison Achilles LP LP FP   —
Dee Alford Hamstring DNP DNP DNP OUT
Antonio Hamilton Pectoral DNP DNP DNP OUT
James Smith-Williams Tibia DNP DNP DNP OUT
Charlie Woerner Concussion DNP DNP OUT
Ta’Quon Graham Pectoral DNP DNP OUT
Darnell Mooney Achilles   — LP LP   —
Grady Jarrett Achilles   — LP FP   —

Kirk Cousins injury update:

Cousins was limited on Wednesday with injuries to his right shoulder and elbow but was a full participant at Thursday’s practice. It doesn’t appear the veteran quarterback’s status is in jeopardy for Week 11.

Darnell Mooney injury update:

Mooney was added to the injury report on Thursday with an Achilles injury. While Mooney’s addition is somewhat concerning, he was still a limited participant in practice. If Mooney can’t play this weekend, look for Ray-Ray McCloud and KhaDarel Hodge to fill in.

Tyler Allgeier injury update:

Allgeier was limited at Wednesday’s practice but returned on Thursday and was a full participant. The third-year running back doesn’t appear to be in danger of missing Week 11.

The Falcons take on the Broncos this Sunday at 4:05 p.m. ET in Denver. Despite having the better overall record, Atlanta is a 2.5-point underdog entering Week 11.

Check out the team’s updated depth chart and 53-man roster ahead of Sunday’s matchup.

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Falcons injury report: Updates on Kirk Cousins, Tyler Allgeier

Falcons injury report: Kirk Cousins, Tyler Allgeier among 16 players listed on Wednesday report

The Atlanta Falcons began practice for their Week 11 matchup against the Denver Broncos with another walkthrough day. The team listed 16 players on its estimated injury report, including quarterback Kirk Cousins and running back Tyler Allgeier.

Cousins was limited with shoulder and elbow injuries to his right arm. Allgeier was among the nine other players limited due to a quadriceps injury. Defensive lineman Ta’Quon Graham, cornerback Dee Alford, tight end Charlie Woerner were among the five players to not participate.

Check out the team’s full estimated Wednesday injury report below:

Player Injury Wed Thu Fri Status
Drake London Hip FP
Drew Dalman Ankle FP
Lorenzo Carter Concussion LP
Kirk Cousins Shoulder/elbow LP
Mike Hughes Neck LP
Tyler Allgeier Quadricep LP
JD Bertrand Concussion LP
Troy Andersen Knee LP
Chris Lindstrom Knee LP
Ryan Neuzil Calf LP
Zach Harrison Achilles LP
Dee Alford Hamstring DNP
Antonio Hamilton Pectoral DNP
James Smith-Williams Tibia DNP
Charlie Woerner Concussion DNP
Ta’Quon Graham Pectoral DNP

Center Drew Dalman continues to be a full participant at practice but he’s yet to be activated from the injured reserve list. Dalman was designated to return two weeks ago but he still has some hurdles to clear, according to head coach Raheem Morris.

Sunday’s game will be played at 4:05 p.m. ET inside Empower Field at Mile High.

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