Falcons WR Drake London expected to play in Week 1
The Atlanta Falcons listed wide receiver Drake London as questionable for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints on their official injury report, but according to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, London is expected to play Sunday.
#Falcons first-round rookie WR Drake London, who has been nursing a minor knee injury, is expected to make his debut today vs. the #Saints, source said.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 11, 2022
London practiced the last three days and despite being limited, it’s likely the team was just being cautious with the first-round pick. With Calvin Ridley suspended and Russell Gage in Tampa Bay, London could end up playing a big role on offense this season.
In his final year at USC, London racked up 1,084 receiving yards and eight touchdowns in just eight games. Starting opposite London is Olamide Zaccheaus, while Bryan Edwards is listed as the third wide receiver on the team’s Week 1 depth chart.
All three wideouts should have a chance to make plays as the Saints will be keyed in on slowing second-year tight end Kyle Pitts.
