Live Updates

Somber start to exhibition games with Falcons vs. Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium

By AJC Sports
Aug 8, 2025

After a long offseason, the Falcons played their first exhibition game Friday against the Lions at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

However, the game was suspended with 6:33 to play in the fourth quarter after Detroit’s Morice Norris was injured, necessitating an ambulance to come onto the field.

Here’s the recap of our live updates heading into the game and from the field.

About the Author

From the sports staff of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution

More Stories