Atlanta Falcons

Falcons’ injury report: Cornerback Dee Alford in the concussion protocol

Linebacker Troy Andersen (knee) did not practice on Wednesday
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) reacts after he sacked New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) (not pictured) during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Sept. 29, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
(Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Dee Alford (20) reacts after he sacked New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (4) (not pictured) during the second half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, Sept. 29, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)
Oct 9, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH — Falcons cornerback Dee Alford, the team’s top nickel back, is in the concussion protocol and was limited at practice on Wednesday, according to the team’s official injury report.

Alford left the game against the Buccaneers on Thursday. Antonio Hamilton Sr. replaced him in the defense.

Also, linebacker Troy Andersen, who suffered a knee injury in the win over the Saints on Sept. 29, is day-to-day. Andersen did not play against the Bucs and did not practice on Wednesday.

Wide receiver Darnell Mooney (knee), linebacker Matthew Judon (hamstring) and Nate Landman (calf/quad) were also limited on Wednesday.

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