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Matt Urben

Atlanta Falcons list 13 players on Thursday injury report

The Atlanta Falcons have listed 13 players, including wide receiver Darnell Mooney and defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro, on their latest injury report ahead of this weekend’s game against the New York Giants.

Wide receivers Casey Washington and KhaDarel Hodge did not participate and nine others were limited on Thursday. Five players, including guard Chris Lindstrom and defensive lineman Zach Harrison, were limited due to rest.

Defensive lineman Demone Harris (illness) was a full participant on Thursday after sitting out of Wednesday’s practice.

Falcons Week 16 injury report

Player Injury Wed Thu Fri Status
Darnell Mooney Rest LP LP
KhaDarel Hodge Ribs LP DNP
Ross Dwelley Ankle LP LP
Charlie Woerner Quad LP LP
Zach Harrison Rest LP LP
Kaleb McGary Elbow FP FP
Casey Washington Concussion DNP DNP
Demone Harris Illness DNP FP
Nate Landman Rest   — LP
Lorenzo Carter Groin   — LP
Richie Grant Illness   — LP
Chris Lindstrom Rest   — LP
Ruke Orhorhoro Rest   — LP

The Falcons and Giants will kick things off at 1 p.m. ET inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It will be the first career start for rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. who was named the starter over Kirk Cousins on Tuesday.

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