Kyle Pitts and Drake London Limited in Thursday’s Falcons Practice
The Atlanta Falcons reported significant injury updates following their Thursday practice session at their facility in Flowery Branch, Georgia. Notably, both tight end Kyle Pitts and wide receiver Drake London were listed as limited participants due to respective injuries.
Kyle Pitts Limited in Practice
Kyle Pitts was added to the injury report due to a knee issue. This comes on the heels of an outstanding performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he achieved a career-high of 166 receiving yards and scored three touchdowns. As a result of this accomplishment, Pitts was honored as the NFC Offensive Player of the Week.
In historical context, Pitts became only the eighth tight end in NFL history to register at least 150 receiving yards and three touchdowns in a single game. Additionally, he is the first tight end to achieve this since Shannon Sharpe in the 1996 season.
Remarkable Performance Stats
- 166 yards: Career-high against the Buccaneers
- 3 touchdowns: Personal best in a single game
- 338 yards: Most receiving yards by a Falcons tight end in the last three games
Drake London’s Recovery Update
Drake London is also working through a knee injury, having missed the last four games due to a PCL sprain. The Falcons continue to monitor his recovery closely, hoping for a timely return.
Defensive Injuries Reported
Additional injuries were noted in the defensive lineup. Three defensive linemen were included in the injury report:
- Ruke Orhorhoro: Groin injury
- LaCale London: Shoulder injury
- Brandon Dorlus: Illness and shoulder injury
As the Falcons prepare for their next matchup, they are keeping a close eye on the health and status of these key players, notably Kyle Pitts and Drake London. Fans will be eager to see if they can return to full strength in the upcoming games.
