Preseason football primarily aims to evaluate backups and address roster battles, not to gauge team performance. An injury to Lions cornerback Morice Norris caused significant concern, leading to game stoppage as players and coaches expressed their distress. Without clarity on Norris's condition, the Falcons and Lions opted not to continue the game, emphasizing player safety. Despite some lackluster moments for the Falcons, such as penalties and blocking issues, there were notable defensive highlights and brief intrigue regarding the kicker position, but these took a backseat to the injury situation.
Preseason football is not hugely important, as the NFL has emphasized by sitting starters and using games primarily to evaluate backups and decide roster battles.
When Lions cornerback Morice Norris was injured late in the game, the ambulance came out, causing the game to stop as players and coaches were visibly shaken.
With Norris's health unclear and emotions running high, the Falcons and Lions decided not to continue playing, prioritizing player safety over the exhibition game.
The Atlanta Falcons had both pain points like penalties and poor blocking, along with impressive defensive plays and a brief moment of intrigue from the kicker spot.
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