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Falcons’ injury report: KhaDarel Hodge, Casey Washington did not practice Thursday

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Dec 19, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH — Wide receivers KhaDarel Hodge (ribs) and Casey Washington (concussion) did not practice Thursday, according the Falcons’ official injury report.

Also, kicker Younghoe Koo, who was placed on injured reserve, told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that he aggravated a muscle in his right hip in the 15-9 win over the Raiders on Monday.

Several players were limited with injuries or for rest, including outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter (groin), wide receiver Darnell Mooney (rest), safety Richie Grant (illness), linebacker Nate Landman (rest), right guard Chris Lindstrom (rest), tight ends Ross Dwelley (ankle) and Charlie Woerner (quad) and defensive tackles Zach Harrison (rest) and Ruke Orhorhoro (rest).

Right tackle Kaleb McGary (elbow) and outside linebacker Demone Harris (illness/neck) fully participated in practice.

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