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Injury updates on Kyle Pitts, Russell Wilson

Falcons TE Kyle Pitts catches pass from QB Kirk Cousins

The Atlanta Falcons returned to practice on Thursday in preparation for this weekend’s matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. After giving fans a scare by listing tight end Kyle Pitts (hamstring) as limited on Wednesday’s injury report, the team listed Pitts as a full participant on Thursday.

Falcons cornerback Antonio Hamilton (groin) was added to Thursday’s injury report as a limited participant. Linebacker Nate Landman was limited for the second day in a row. The Steelers had a more interesting day, adding quarterback Russell Wilson to their latest injury report.

Wilson is dealing with a calf injury and will be examined further by doctors, Steelers coach Mike Tomlin told reporters. Thursday practice updates for both teams are listed below.

Falcons Week 1 injury report:

Player Injury Wed. Thu. Fri. Status
Antonio Hamilton Groin  — LP
Kyle Pitts Hamstring LP FP
Nate Landman Oblique LP LP

Steelers Week 1 injury report:

Player Injury Wed. Thu. Fri. Status
Russell Wilson Calf  — LP
Troy Fautanu Knee LP FP
Coby Trice Jr. Groin LP FP
Jaylen Warren Hamstring LP FP
Roman Wilson Ankle LP LP
Logan Lee Calf DNP DNP
Isaac Seumalo Pectoral DNP DNP
Darnell Washington Pectoral   — DNP

Make sure to check out the Falcons’ updated 53-man roster and depth chart entering Week 1. Sunday’s game kicks off at 1:00 p.m. ET in Atlanta. The Falcons are currently favored by 3.5 points over the Steelers.

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