Falcons CB Jeff Okudah could make Atlanta debut against his former team

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — After practising all week, Atlanta cornerback Jeff Okudah might make his Falcons debut towards his former workforce Sunday.

Okudah was listed as questionable on the ultimate damage report from the Falcons (2-0), who journey to Detroit to satisfy the Lions.

Okudah was the No. 3 total decide within the 2020 draft by the Lions, however accidents and different points restricted his effectiveness. He was dealt to the Falcons throughout the offseason for a fifth-round decide.

A proper foot damage sustained in coaching camp stored Okudah from enjoying within the first two video games. However he returned to apply two weeks in the past and may very well be able to go towards his former workforce. He absolutely participated in all three practices this week.

The one different participant on the damage report was working again Cordarrelle Patterson, who missed the primary two video games with a thigh damage. He was listed as questionable after sitting out apply Thursday and getting solely restricted time Friday.

Linebacker Troy Anderson has been cleared to play after lacking the victory final week over Inexperienced Bay recovering from a concussion.

Regardless of his struggles in Detroit, Okudah just isn’t this as a revenge recreation. He stated his time with the Lions was a useful studying expertise.

“The highs. The lows. Enjoying by means of adversity,” he stated. “These classes are invaluable and issues I might level to for the remainder of my profession.”