The Atlanta Falcons got off to a promising start in their preseason opener against the Detroit Lions, but the game was suspended after Lions safety Morice Norris was hospitalized to begin the fourth quarter. The Falcons still had a nice showing in the three quarters of football that were played, especially on defense.
The entire defensive line played well, creating good pressure throughout the first half. Linebacker Josh Woods was dominant and along with edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie. Second-year defensive linemen Brandon Dorlus and cornerback Natrone Brooks had solid performances as well.
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Offensively, there were a few standouts, including wide receiver Dylan Drummond, who caught all eight of his targets for a team-high 63 receiving yards. While the running game stalled out, quarterback Easton Stick had a solid outing.
Now that we have one preseason game in the books, check out our latest 53-man roster projection for the Falcons as they prepare for Friday’s matchup against the Tennessee Titans.
Quarterbacks (3)
Falcons QB Easton Stick warms up |
Running Backs (3)
Aug 18, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Carlos Washington Jr. (28) celebrates his touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals during the third quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Wide Receivers (6)
ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JANUARY 05: Drake London #5 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates with teammates Michael Penix Jr. #9 and KhaDarel Hodge #12 after scoring a touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 05, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
Tight Ends (3)
Jul 29, 2025; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8) catches a pass during practice at training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Offensive Linemen (9)
Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons guard Joshua Gray (67) talks to Detroit Lions defensive end Isaac Ukwu (45) in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Interior DL (6)
Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Ta’Quon Graham (95) celebrates with teammates after recovering a fumble against the Detroit Lions in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
EDGE (5)
Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons linebacker Jalon Walker (11) in action against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Linebackers (5)
Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker (2) is stripped by Atlanta Falcons linebacker Josh Woods (42) in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Cornerbacks (6)
Jul 24, 2025; Flowery Branch, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerbacks Mike Hughes (21) and A.J. Terrell (24) take part in a drill during training camp at IBM Performance Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
Safeties (4)
Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Detroit Lions running back Craig Reynolds (13) is tackled by Atlanta Falcons safety Jordan Fuller (29) in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Special Teams (3)
Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons long snapper Liam McCullough (49) reacts to the crowd against the Detroit Lions in the first quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: Atlanta Falcons: Projecting 53-man roster after preseason opener