The Have struggled with injuries along their offensive line all season, but things could finally get better for this unit in Week 11. Center Drew Dalman is close to returning after spending the last seven weeks on the injured reserve list.
Although Dalman has not been activated yet, don't be surprised if he returns in time for Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos. On Thursday, the team released a backup center back without announcing a corresponding step.
The Falcons originally selected Hennessy in the third round of the 2020 NFL draft. The former Temple star started 22 games for Atlanta in his first three seasons in Atlanta.
Could this be a pre-emptive move by the team to activate Dalman? It feels like a strong possibility afterward “ he commented at his press conference on Wednesday. Morris said Dalman is making good progress but needs to hit some milestones in practice this week.
The Falcons are still pretty banged up listed on their injury report from Thursday. Dalman continues to practice as a full participant, so it's only a matter of time before he's activated.
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