The Atlanta Falcons are in relatively good shape going into their 2022 NFL season opener against the New Orleans Saints.
Not only does Sunday’s matchup feature quarterbacks Jameis Winston and Marcus Mariota — the top two picks in the 2015 NFL draft, respectively — facing off again, it’s also the first game of the post-Sean Payton era for New Orleans.
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Following Wednesday’s practice, the team released its first official injury report for Week 1. Rookie wide receiver Drake London was one of three Falcons players listed.
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WR Drake London (knee) - Limited
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CB Darren Hall (quad) - Limited
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TE Parker Hesse (personal) - OUT
#Falcons coach Arthur Smith said TE Parker Hesse was excused for the birth of a child.
— D. Orlando Ledbetter (@DOrlandoAJC) September 7, 2022