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Falcons’ injury report: Tight end Kyle Pitts is ready to go

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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Dec. 10, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.  Miguel Martinez/miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com

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Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, Dec. 10, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.  Miguel Martinez/miguel.martinezjimenez@ajc.com
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Updated Sept 6, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH — Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts, who’s battling a hamstring injury, is ready to play against the Steelers at 1 p.m. Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

He was limited Wednesday before fully participating in practice Thursday and Friday and not receive a game designation in the final official injury report. Linebacker Nate Landman (quad) fully participated in practice Friday.

Also, defensive back Antonio Hamilton Sr. (groin) did not practice Friday and was declared out for the game.

Veterans Jake Matthews and Ta’Quan Graham were limited for a rest day. Defensive tackles Grady Jarrett and David Onyemata did not practice and had a full day of rest.

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