The Atlanta Falcons' Week 17 Showdown: Who's In, Who's Out?
Get ready, football fanatics! The Atlanta Falcons are gearing up for a prime-time clash against the Los Angeles Rams, and the final injury report is in. This report holds the key to understanding how both teams will perform on the field.
Good News for Falcons Fans:
Wide receiver Drake London and tight end Kyle Pitts are cleared to play! Despite a 'questionable' tag earlier in the week due to a knee injury, London is ready to go, according to head coach Raheem Morris. Pitts, who was limited in practice on Saturday, also received the green light.
But here's where it gets controversial... Rookie edge rusher James Pearce Jr. is also good to go, fully participating in practice. This is a significant boost for the Falcons' defense.
Falcons' Injury Woes:
Unfortunately, it's not all sunshine and rainbows for Atlanta. Cornerback Mike Hughes has been ruled out, meaning undrafted free agent Cobee Bryant is likely to step up. Defensive lineman Sam Roberts and cornerback Clark Phillips III, both on injured reserve, are also out.
Rams' Injury Update:
The Rams are also dealing with their share of injuries. Wide receiver Davante Adams is doubtful, and guard Kevin Dotson and cornerback Josh Wallace are ruled out.
Here's a detailed breakdown of the injury reports:
Falcons Week 17 Injury Report:
- Saturday:
- Drake London (knee): Limited Participation/Questionable
- Clark Phillips III (tricep): Did Not Participate/Out
- Sam Roberts (knee): Limited Participation/Out
- Mike Hughes (ankle): Did Not Participate/Out
- Kyle Pitts (knee): Limited Participation
- Teagan Quitoriano (hamstring): Full Participation
- James Pearce Jr. (neck): Full Participation
- Ruke Orhorhoro (knee): Limited Participation
- David Onyemata (rest): Did Not Participate
- Charlie Woerner (rest): Did Not Participate
- Jake Matthews (rest): Did Not Participate
- Leonard Floyd (rest): Did Not Participate
- Kaden Elliss (rest): Limited Participation
- Jessie Bates III (rest): Limited Participation
- Friday:
- Drake London (knee): Limited Participation
- Kyle Pitts (knee): Limited Participation
- Teagan Quitoriano (hamstring): Full Participation
- James Pearce Jr. (neck): Limited Participation
- Clark Phillips III (tricep): Limited Participation
- Ruke Orhorhoro (knee): Limited Participation
- Sam Roberts (knee): Limited Participation
- Mike Hughes (ankle): Did Not Participate/Out
- Thursday:
- Drake London (knee): Limited Participation
- Teagan Quitoriano (hamstring): Limited Participation
- James Pearce Jr. (neck): Limited Participation
- Clark Phillips III (tricep): Limited Participation
- Mike Hughes (ankle): Did Not Participate
Rams Week 17 Injury Report:
- Saturday:
- Davante Adams (hamstring): Did Not Participate/Doubtful
- Kevin Dotson (ankle): Did Not Participate/Out
- Josh Wallace (ankle): Did Not Participate/Out
- Alaric Jackson (knee): Limited Participation
- Braden Fiske (ankle): Limited Participation
- Roger McCreary (hip): Full Participation
- Byron Young (rest): Did Not Participate
- Friday:
- Alaric Jackson (knee): Did Not Participate
- Braden Fiske (ankle): Limited Participation
- Kevin Dotson (ankle): Did Not Participate
- Davante Adams (hamstring): Did Not Participate
- Josh Wallace (ankle): Did Not Participate
- Roger McCreary (hip): Full Participation
- Thursday:
- Alaric Jackson (knee): Did Not Participate
- Braden Fiske (ankle): Did Not Participate
- Kevin Dotson (ankle): Did Not Participate
- Davante Adams (hamstring): Did Not Participate
- Josh Wallace (ankle): Did Not Participate
- Roger McCreary (hip): Full Participation
Game Time:
Catch the Falcons vs. Rams showdown on Monday at 8:15 p.m. ET on ESPN. The Falcons are riding a two-game winning streak, hoping to end their season on a high note. The Rams, on the other hand, are aiming to improve their playoff seeding.
What are your thoughts? Do you think the Falcons have what it takes to win? How will the Rams' injuries impact their performance? Share your predictions in the comments below!
