Drake London Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Falcons vs Saints game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 17, 2025
Labeled as week-to-week
Coach Raheem Morris said Monday that London (knee) is considered week-to-week, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
"He could come back and feel much better," Morris said. "We just don't know." London reportedly suffered a sprained PCL in Sunday's overtime loss to the Panthers, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. It sounds like London will miss at least next Sunday's game against New Orleans, but Morris wasn't ready to rule his star receiver out for that contest. Kyle Pitts, Darnell Mooney, David Sills, KhaDarel Hodge and Carlos Washington will all be in line for bigger pieces of the target pie in Atlanta while London is sidelined.
Nov 17, 2025
Expected to miss Week 12
London (knee) has been diagnosed with a sprained PCL and is expected to miss next Sunday's game against the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Rapoport sounded definite in his reporting that London will miss Week 12 versus New Orleans and added that London could miss additional time on top of that contest. With London looking unlikely to play against the Saints, Darnell Mooney, David Sills, KhaDarel Hodge and Carlos Washington would be next up to handle wideout duties for the Falcons, and it sounds like they'll be catching passes from Kirk Cousins after it was revealed Michael Penix suffered a potentially season-ending knee injury in the Week 11 loss to the Panthers. The season is cratering for the Falcons.
Nov 16, 2025
Likely avoided major knee injury
London is believed to have avoided a major knee injury during Sunday's 30-27 overtime loss to the Panthers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
London suffered a knee injury late in the game and will undergo further testing Monday. Rapoport cautions that London could still miss some time, depending on what Monday's tests show, but the star wide receiver likely avoided a major injury. Starting quarterback Michael Penix also exited the loss to Carolina due to a knee injury and will undergo further testing Monday.
Nov 16, 2025
Hurts knee Sunday
London suffered a knee injury during Sunday's 30-27 overtime loss to Panthers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Before being ruled out late in the contest, London caught seven of his nine targets for 117 yards. If the Falcons' top pass catcher is forced to miss time, Darnell Mooney and David Sills would be next in line for added WR opportunities, with KhaDarel Hodge, Casey Washington and Jamal Agnew available to mix in. In any case, London's status is now worth monitoring closely as next Sunday's game against the Saints approaches.
Nov 16, 2025
Active in Week 11
London (illness/back) is listed as active Sunday against the Panthers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London sat out Wednesday's practice due to an illness, and while he took part on a limited basis Thursday and Friday, a back issue was tacked on to the injury report after the first of those two sessions. A questionable designation ensued for the fourth-year pro, but Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Saturday evening that London was aiming to play Sunday, which now has been confirmed. After topping out at 55 yards receiving in a game through the first three contests of the campaign, London has been as reliable as any wide receiver in the NFL, accruing a 37-532-6 line on 58 targets over his last five appearances.
Nov 15, 2025
In line to play Sunday
London (back/illness), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 11 game against Carolina, plans to suit up, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
London logged a DNP/LP/LP practice progression this week and was deemed questionable to play entering the weekend. The star wideout apparently feels well enough to try to play Sunday, though he may not be 100 percent after managing both an illness and a back issue. London's participation -- if he does indeed play -- is a big deal for Atlanta's passing game, as he's exceeded 100 receiving yards in four of the past five games in which he's taken the field.
Nov 14, 2025
Questionable for Sunday
London (illness/back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Carolina, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
It was reportedly an illness that prevented London from practicing Wednesday, but he returned Thursday as a limited participant, seemingly putting him on track to play this Sunday. The back injury and 'questionable' designation mean it's not quite a sure thing, but the Falcons at least have an early kickoff at 1:00 p.m. ET, making things easier on fantasy managers if London takes a turn for the worse.
Nov 13, 2025
Limited in return to practice
London (illness/back) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London missed Wednesday's session due to an illness, so his return to some drills one day later is a sign of progress as the Falcons work through Week 11 prep, even if a back issue was added to the injury report. Friday's report will unveil whether or not he avoids a designation in advance of Sunday's contest against the Panthers.
Nov 13, 2025
Back at practice
London (illness) was present at practice Thursday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
One day removed from sitting out drills due an illness Wednesday, London was back on the practice field, though in what capacity will be revealed on the Falcons' second Week 11 injury report. Since the team's Week 5 bye, he's racked up 29 catches (on 48 targets) for 422 yards and five touchdowns in four appearances.
Nov 12, 2025
Comes down with illness
London didn't practice Wednesday due to an illness, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After being held out of the end zone through the first three games of the season, London has responded with TDs in four of his last five appearances on his way to a 37-532-6 line on 58 targets during that span. He's now dealing with an illness at the start of Week 11 prep, but he at least has two more practices this week to prove his health ahed of Sunday's contest against the Panthers.
Nov 12, 2025
Not spotted at practice
London (undisclosed) is not present at the early portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution repots.
ANALYSIS
It remains to be seen whether London's absent at practice is excused or due to an injury. Clarity on that front will arrive with the release of Wednesday's injury report around roughly 4:00 p.m. ET. The star wide receiver has surpassed the 100-yard mark in three of his last four appearances, with five touchdowns in that span. If healthy, he remains a must-start fantasy option heading into Sunday's home matchup against the Panthers.
Nov 9, 2025
Another TD in Week 10 loss
London caught six of eight targets for 104 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-25 overtime loss to the Colts. He added a two-point conversion.
ANALYSIS
No other Falcons pass catcher hauled in more than two passes or gained more than 38 yards, as London continues to be Michael Penix's only reliable downfield option. Sunday marked the fourth time in his last five games that London has topped 100 receiving yards, and he's up to six TDs in nine games, including four in the last two weeks. The fourth-year wideout will look to keep rolling in Week 11 against the Panthers, a team he's scored four touchdowns against in seven career meetings.
Nov 2, 2025
Scores three TDs in return
London caught nine of 14 targets for 118 yards and three touchdowns in Sunday's 24-23 loss to the Patriots.
ANALYSIS
London boxed out his defender on a leaping one-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter, then high-pointed the ball for a two-yard score in the second quarter and added a one-handed snag for an eight-yard touchdown in the fourth. A missed PAT after London's third touchdown catch proved to be the difference as Atlanta's comeback attempt came up short, but London showed no ill effects from the hip injury that kept him out of the Week 8 loss to the Dolphins. The Falcons' other wide receivers combined for only three targets against the Patriots, so London's locked in as the team's top option in the passing game heading into a Week 10 matchup against the Colts in Berlin.
Oct 31, 2025
Good to go
London (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at New England, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London upgraded to full participation Friday after logging limited practices the previous two days. He'll return from a one-game absence to face a hot New England defense led by CB Christian Gonzalez.
Oct 30, 2025
Stays limited at practice
London (hip) was limited at practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London now has been listed as limited on three consecutive injury reports due to a hip issue, which sidelined him this past Sunday versus the Dolphins. He'll have one more opportunity to get back to full this week before Atlanta potentially tags him with a designation ahead of Sunday's game in New England. Assuming London is able to suit up this weekend, it's unclear who between Michael Penix (knee), who also was limited Wednesday and Thursday, and Kirk Cousins will be under center for the Falcons.
Oct 29, 2025
Limited Wednesday
London (hip) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Josh Kendall of The Athletic, London mixed into team drills to begin Week 9 prep, but he didn't log enough work for him to be listed as more than limited. London showed up on last Friday's injury report the same way before Atlanta tagged him as questionable Saturday and eventually inactive this past Sunday against the Dolphins. Both London and No. 1 QB Michael Penix (knee) missed that contest, but both operated with a cap on their reps Wednesday, which generally is a decent sign that the Falcons offense may have everyone available Sunday in New England.
Oct 29, 2025
Ready to practice
Falcons coach Raheem Morris said London (hip) will participate in Wednesday's walkthrough practice, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London and Michael Penix (knee) are both slated to practice Wednesday after having been sidelined for Atlanta's loss to the Dolphins in Week 8. Penix was limited in practice due to a bone bruise in advance of being ruled out for Miami, while London as a surprise inactive after having initially avoided a game-day injury designation, then being reclassified as 'questionable' on Saturday. Morris said both London and Penix remain 'day-to-day' in advance of Sunday's road matchup against the Patriots.
Oct 27, 2025
Considered day-to-day
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said Monday that London (hip) is day-to-day, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Morris called both London and quarterback Michael Penix (knee) day-to-day in the wake of both players having missed Atlanta's 34-10 loss to the Dolphins in Week 8. Veteran backup quarterback Kirk Cousins looked ill-prepared to command the Falcons' offense without London on the field, finishing with just 173 passing yards with no touchdowns or interceptions despite facing off against a deeply flawed Miami secondary. Whether it ends up being Penix or Cousins under center on the road against New England on Sunday, it will bode well for Atlanta's aerial attack if London is able to retake the field alongside Darnell Mooney and TE Kyle Pitts. The star wideout was a late addition to the Week 8 injury report.
Oct 26, 2025
Surprise inactive Sunday
London (hip) is listed as inactive Sunday versus the Dolphins, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite showing up as limited on Friday's practice report due to a hip issue, London initially wasn't tagged with a designation for Sunday's game, but the Falcons then changed his status to questionable Saturday, per Terrin Waack of the team's official site. With London's lack of availability now confirmed for Week 8 action, Atlanta's options at wide receiver will be Darnell Mooney, David Sills, Casey Washington, KhaDarel Hodge, Jamal Agnew and Dylan Drummond.
Oct 25, 2025
Now listed as questionable for Week 8
The Falcons changed London's status to questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Dolphins due to a hip injury, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London didn't show up on Atlanta's Week 8 injury report until Friday as a limited participant with the hip issue, and the team then didn't tag him with a game-day designation. With the slight downgrade, his status now will need to be monitored ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff to see if he'll be available. London currently sits with a 38-469-2 line on 63 targets in six games this season, and if he's active he likely will be working with QB Kirk Cousins because regular starter Michael Penix (knee) is trending toward being absent, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.
Oct 19, 2025
Little produciton on 10 targets
London recorded four receptions on 10 targets for 42 yards in Sunday's 20-10 loss to the 49ers.
ANALYSIS
London logged double-digit targets for the fourth time in six games this season, so lack of opportunity wasn't the reason for his poor line. However, he struggled to connect with Michael Penix both deep and in short areas of the field, leading to his inefficient day and lowest yardage total of the campaign. The Falcons' passing game appeared to be getting on track in Weeks 5 and 6, making this a particularly disappointing step back.
Oct 13, 2025
Monster receiving line on MNF
London corralled 10 of 16 targets for 158 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 24-14 win over Buffalo.
ANALYSIS
It was the Bijan Robinson and Drake London Show on Monday Night Football after the two budding superstars accounted for 396 of Atlanta's 443 yards of offense. The 23-year-old London didn't cool off over his team's Week 5 bye, bookending the break with a pair of 100-plus yard games with a touchdown scored in each. London actually finished the contest as the only wide receiver to record a catch for Atlanta, highlighting his status as QB Michael Penix's unquestioned No. 1 target. A red-hot London will set his sights on a battered 49ers defense in Week 7.
Sep 28, 2025
Breaks out in Sunday's win
London caught eight of 10 targets for 110 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-27 win over the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
The fourth-year wideout didn't reach 60 receiving yards or find the end zone in the first three weeks of the season, but London broke out in Week 4, highlighting his performance with a five-yard TD reception from Michael Penix in the first quarter. London led the Falcons in targets -- no one else got more than five -- as well as catches and receiving yards, and he remains the unquestioned top option in the team's passing game headed into a Week 5 bye, ahead of a tough Week 6 battle against the Bills.
Sep 21, 2025
Leads pass catchers in loss
London secured five of eight targets for 55 yards in the Falcons' 30-0 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
On a day when the host Panthers delivered a shocking thumping to the Falcons, London managed to cobble together a serviceable, albeit uninspiring fantasy day. The talented wideout led Atlanta in both receptions and receiving yards while checking in second in targets, and the yardage tally tied London's season high. While Michael Penix took a step back Sunday, London will aim to help the second-year signal-caller atone during a Week 4 home matchup against a Commanders defense that's been prone to allowing chunk plays through the air early this season.
Sep 15, 2025
Quiet in Week 2 win
London recorded three receptions on four targets for 49 yards in Sunday's 22-6 win over the Vikings. He also lost a fumble.
ANALYSIS
The Falcons relied on a run-heavy offense as they never trailed in the contest, limiting the production of all their pass catchers. Nevertheless, London led the team in yardage thanks to a long gain of 21 yards, though he also lost a fumble after an 18-yard gain early in the first quarter. He has only 104 yards on 19 targets through two games this season, and Atlanta may be able to rely heavily on their run game once again in Week 3 against Carolina.
Sep 12, 2025
Cleared for SNF
London (shoulder) and Darnell Mooney (shoulder) don't have injury designation for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London was injured in the fourth quarter of last week's loss to Tampa Bay, while Mooney missed the game due to an injury he'd been nursing since August. Both are now available to face a Minnesota defense that allowed a league-high 39.7 PPR points per game to wide receivers last year (albeit with the production driven by volume rather than efficiency).
Sep 11, 2025
Another limited session
London (shoulder) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Since injuring his shoulder late in the fourth quarter of Atlanta's Week 1 loss to the Buccaneers, London has operated with a cap on his practice reps. The same can be said for fellow WR Darnell Mooney (shoulder), leaving the pair just one more chance to get back to full participation Friday before the team potentially hands them designations ahead of Sunday's game at Minnesota. For what it's worth, coach Raheem Morris told McElhaney on Wednesday that he expects London to play, but "that's not saying he is."
Sep 10, 2025
Officially limited Wednesday
London (shoulder) was limited at Wednesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London suffered a shoulder injury late in this past Sunday's loss to the Buccanners, and the issue was clarified as a sprain afterward, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. During a media session earlier Wednesday, coach Raheem Morris said that he believes London will be available Sunday at Minnesota. "Drake is Drake," Morris noted. "He's ultimately tough. I do expect him to play. That's not saying he is." That last point from Morris leaves some uncertainty surrounding London't status, so his activity level will be one to watch as the week goes on to get a sense of his odds to suit up this weekend.
Sep 10, 2025
Practicing, expected to play
Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that London (shoulder) will participate in practice and is expected to suit up Sunday night versus the Vikings, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Morris said "I do expect [London] to play," but cautioned "that's not saying he is." Atlanta will wait to make a decision on London's status for Week 2 until the coaching staff has been able to evaluate him throughout a full series of practices, but Morris' optimism at least confirms that the star wideout has avoided a severe injury. London brought in eight of 15 targets for 55 yards during the Falcons' 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers in Week 1. Fellow starting wideout Darnell Mooney (shoulder), who was unavailable against Tampa Bay, is also practicing Wednesday.
Sep 7, 2025
Deemed day-to-day
London (shoulder) is considered day-to-day due to a shoulder sprain, though he's set for further testing on the injury he suffered in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Early reports on London's injury are encouraging, though further testing is needed to confirm the severity of the injury he suffered in the fourth quarter of Sunday's season-opening loss. The Falcons were already without Darnell Mooney (shoulder) against Tampa Bay, so they could be severely shorthanded at wide receiver against the Vikings in Week 2 if London's unable to suit up.
Sep 7, 2025
Suffers late shoulder injury Sunday
London, who brought in eight of 15 targets for 55 yards in the Falcons' 23-20 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday, was sidelined on Atlanta's final drive due to a shoulder injury, James Palmer of Bleacher Report reports.
ANALYSIS
As his final numbers corroborate, London had an exceedingly busy day in the season-opening division clash, but his absence on a drive that ended in a missed field goal by Younghoe Koo loomed large. London was also contained to plenty of short-area work when he was in the game, with the Buccaneers naturally having plenty of experience in defending him at this point in his career. London's status for a Week 2 road matchup against the Vikings next Sunday night will remain clouded for now, but further clarity will be gleaned on his condition in coming days.
Apr 30, 2025
Getting fifth-year option
The Falcons are exercising their fifth-year option on London's rookie contract, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The eighth overall pick from the 2022 Draft is now under contract through 2026, although it may not be long before he signs an extension that locks him in beyond that. London had career highs in every major counting stat last year, including 41 more targets (158) and 366 more yards (1,271) than his previous personal bests. He had just three 100-yard performances, but two of those came in the final two games after Michael Penix took over as Atlanta's starting QB. There should be plenty of volume for London again in 2025, after the Falcons focused on their defense this offseason and failed to acquire any significant competition for targets or carries.
Jan 5, 2025
Standout performance in loss
London secured 10 of 18 targets for 187 yards and two touchdowns in the Falcons' 44-38 overtime loss to the Panthers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The star wideout put together a stellar effort in a game the Falcons need to win to have a chance at a playoff spot, setting a new career high in receiving yards. London comfortably led the Falcons' pass catchers across the board for the afternoon as well, and his 10 grabs vaulted him to exactly 100 receptions for the season. London also finished the 2024 campaign with a career-high nine touchdown grabs courtesy of his 20- and 21-yard scoring catches, and the chemistry he displayed with rookie quarterback Michael Penix over the three games he played with him sends both players into the offseason with plenty of momentum.
Jan 3, 2025
No injury designation
London (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Added to the injury report Thursday as a limited participant, London returned to full participation Friday and should be fine for his usual workload come Sunday. The real question mark is fellow wideout Darnell Mooney, who was also added to the injury report Thursday (with a shoulder injury) and then didn't practice Friday. Mooney is listed as questionable and may end up a game-time decision.
Jan 2, 2025
Remains limited by knee issue
London was limited at Thursday's practice due to a knee injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London also had some practice restrictions last week due to the same health concern, but he practiced fully to end Week 17 prep and didn't have a designation ahead of this past Sunday's game wt Washington, when he hauled in seven of 13 targets for 106 yards. Friday's injury report will unveil whether or not he follows a similar pattern for Week 18 action.
Dec 30, 2024
Leading receiver on 13 targets
London hauled in seven of 13 targets for 106 yards in Sunday's 30-24 loss to the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
London wound up recording his second-highest total in receiving yards this season despite his club falling just short of victory Sunday. The budding third-year pro brought his season line up to 97-1,190-7 following his Week 17 effort, cementing his status as the team's clear-cut No. 1 option. London will look to finish the season strong in next Sunday's regular-season finale against the Panthers.
Dec 27, 2024
Ready for Week 17
Coach Raheem Morris said London (knee) practiced fully Friday and doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game in Washington, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After London left in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's game against the Giants due to a knee injury, Morris told Tori McElhaney that the wide receiver could have returned to action, implying that the health concern wasn't a serious one. London kicked off Week 17 prep with back-to-back limited listings on Falcons practice reports, but Friday's uncapped session has paved the way for him to suit up Sunday, when he'll be facing a Commanders defense that has allowed the ninth-most receiving TDs (16) to opposing wide receivers in 15 contests this season.
Dec 26, 2024
Stays limited Thursday
London (knee) was limited at Thursday's practice, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London continues to operate with practice restrictions due to the hamstring issue that forced him out in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's win versus the Giants. He relayed to Raimondi on Thursday that he's fine, and the injury shouldn't be a concern Sunday at Washington. Having said that, London may still head into the weekend with a designation for that contest, which will be revealed on Friday's injury report.
Dec 25, 2024
Listed as limited Wednesday
London (hamstring) was listed as limited on Wednesday's practice estimate, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London was forced out of this past Sunday's contest versus the Giants due to a hamstring injury, but coach Raheem Morris said afterward that the third-year wide receiver could have returned, per McElhaney. With a limited listing to start Week 17 prep, London has set a good baseline for the rest of the week, but he may need to practice in full Thursday and/or Friday to avoid a designation ahead of Sunday's game in Washington.
Dec 22, 2024
Injury doesn't seem to be serious
Coach Raheem Morris said London could have re-entered Sunday's 34-7 win against the Giants after suffering a hamstring injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The Falcons had the game well in hand at the time London exited early in the fourth quarter, so the team seemingly exercised caution with their top wide receiver. He finished Week 16 action with five catches (on eight targets) for 59 yards. With a matchup versus the Commanders next Sunday, London's health could receive some clarity when Atlanta posts its first injury report of the week Wednesday.
Dec 22, 2024
Hurts hamstring in Week 16
London sustained a hamstring injury during Sunday's game against the Giants, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
When London departed early in the fourth quarter, he had five catches (on eight targets) for 59 yards, marking his sixth consecutive contest with at least 50 receiving yards. As long as London is sidelined, the Falcons' receiving corps Sunday will be composed of Darnell Mooney, Ray-Ray McCloud, KhaDarel Hodge and Chris Blair.
Dec 17, 2024
Hauls in 30-yard TD in win
London secured all three targets for 53 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 15-9 win over the Raiders on Monday night.
ANALYSIS
London led the Falcons in receiving yards and scored the team's only touchdown on a 30-yard grab in the first quarter. The talented wideout's trip to the end zone was his first since Week 9, and he was able to eclipse 50 receiving yards for the fifth consecutive contest. London did see a big drop in targets after garnering 26 looks over the previous two games, but Kirk Cousins threw only 17 times overall on the night. London next takes aim at a Giants defense that just gave up five touchdown passes to Lamar Jackson when New York visits Atlanta in Week 16.
Dec 8, 2024
Five catches in Week 14 loss
London brought in five of 10 targets for 70 yards in the Falcons' 42-21 loss to the Vikings on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London had a solid but relatively unspectacular afternoon despite Kirk Cousins' 344-yard tally, finishing third in receiving yards behind Darnell Mooney and the surging Ray-Ray McCloud. The third-year wideout did finish second in targets, and he's now reached at least 70 receiving yards in three of the past four games while notching double-digit targets in each of those contests. London next takes aim at a vulnerable Raiders defense in a Week 15 road matchup on Monday night, Dec. 16.
Dec 1, 2024
Busy afternoon in loss
London secured nine of 16 targets for 86 yards and rushed once for minus-3 yards in the Falcons' 17-13 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The Falcons' top target was treated as such Sunday, with London leading the way in receptions and targets, with the latter figure also serving as a season high. However, the Chargers did a very effective job of keeping the speedy receiver in front of them, and he was notably the target on three of Kirk Cousins' four interceptions. London now boasts a 20-244-1 line over the last three games heading into a Week 14 road showdown against the Vikings.
Nov 29, 2024
No injury designation
London (hip) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
The Falcons added London to their injury report Thursday as a limited participant, but it's apparently not much of a concern after he upgraded to full participation Friday. Fellow Falcons wideout Darnell Mooney (Achilles) also avoided an injury designation for Week 13.
Nov 29, 2024
Playing against Chargers
Head coach Raheem Morris said Friday that London (hip) will be good to go for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London was added to the injury report Thursday as a limited practice participant due to a hip injury, but he'll be available coming out of Atlanta's Week 12 bye. Atlanta has yet to release its Friday injury report, but it wouldn't be surprising if London returned to full participation and avoided an injury designation. Morris added that fellow wide receiver Darnell Mooney, who has been battling an Achilles injury, will also play against the Chargers.
Nov 28, 2024
Still dealing with hip issue
London (hip) was listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London is a midweek addition to the Falcons' practice report due to a hip issue, which may be maintenance related as he previously tended to a hip pointer during Week 10 prep. He was able to suit up in both of the team's games prior to a Week 12 bye, combining for a 11-158-0 line on 20 targets during that span. Friday's report will reveal whether or not London enters the weekend with a designation ahead of Sunday's contest against the Chargers.
Nov 17, 2024
Just three catches in blowout loss
London caught three of seven targets for 61 yards in Sunday's 38-6 loss to the Broncos.
ANALYSIS
London finished as the team leader in receiving yards in the blowout loss, but he has now been kept out of the end zone in consecutive games for the first time this season. He heads into the Week 12 bye with 710 receiving yards, which is one yard shy of the team-leading total held by Darnell Mooney, who exited in the third quarter of Sunday's loss due to a hamstring injury. London will look to end his brief touchdown drought when the Falcons return to action in Week 13 against the Chargers.
Nov 10, 2024
Nearly hits century mark Sunday
London caught eight of 12 targets for 97 yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Saints.
ANALYSIS
The star wideout didn't seem bothered by the minor hip injury he picked up last week, leading the Falcons in catches, targets and receiving yards while falling just short of his second 100-yard performance of the season. London is firmly on pace for his first career 1,000-yard campaign, racking up 649 yards through 10 games with a career-high six TDs to boot, but he faces a tough matchup on the road in Week 11 against Patrick Surtain and the Broncos.
Nov 10, 2024
Will play vs. Saints
London (hip) is active for Sunday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said Friday that he "felt good" about London's chances of playing in Week 10, and Adam Schefter of ESPN reported Saturday afternoon that the wideout was expected to suit up despite his questionable designation, so this doesn't come as a major surprise. With Marshon Lattimore traded to Washington this week, the Saints' secondary will be without one of its top players over the last decade. London has topped 100 receiving yards in only one game this season, but he has six touchdowns through nine appearances.
Nov 9, 2024
Likely set for Sunday
London, who is listed as questionable Sunday with a hip injury, is expected to play against the Saints, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
This was the sentiment echoed Friday following the Falcons' final injury report of the week, so it's good to hear the star wide receiver hasn't suffered any setbacks over the weekend. Expect Atlanta to officially confirm London's status ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Nov 8, 2024
Looking good for Sunday
Falcons coach Raheem Morris said after Friday's practice that he "felt good" about London (hip) playing Sunday against the Saints, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London is listed as questionable for the game after being a limited practice participant throughout the week. The optimism for Morris is a good sign but doesn't necessarily preclude a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday.
Nov 8, 2024
Listed as questionable
London (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
London missed the final three quarters of last week's game after suffering a hip pointer on an early TD catch, and he's now been a limited participant in each subsequent practice. Reports from Thursday's practice suggested he looked comfortable running routes, with London then saying afterward that he planned to play if the team would let him. The decision may come down to a game-time decision ahead of the 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff this Sunday, with KhaDarel Hodge expected to pick up most of London's usual snaps if the star wideout ends up inactive.
Nov 7, 2024
Remains limited in practice
London (hip) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
During the open portion of Thursday's practice, London was seen running routes but didn't seem as fluid as he normally does, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. London emerged from this past Sunday's win against the Cowboys with a right hip pointer, and he told Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com on Thursday that "it's just a day-by-day thing ... If they're willing to let me play, then I'm gonna be out there." Friday's injury report will reveal London's odds to suit up Sunday at New Orleans.
Nov 6, 2024
Listed as limited Wednesday
London (hip) was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London was contained to just one quarter of action this past Sunday against the Cowboys due to what eventually was deemed to be a hip pointer, leaving him day-to-day. The Falcons didn't practice Wednesday, so he'll need to use sessions Thursday and Friday in order to prove his level of health in advance of Sunday's contest at New Orleans.
Nov 4, 2024
Viewed as day-to-day
Speaking Monday, coach Raheem Morris said London (hip) is considered day-to-day, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Morris added that it's a pain tolerance issue for London after he suffered the hip pointer after catching a touchdown early in the Falcons' win over the Cowboys on Sunday. London finished with two catches for 27 yards and the score on his two targets in roughly one quarter of action. London's practice reps will likely be managed ahead of next Sunday's date with the Saints.
Nov 4, 2024
Likely dealing with hip pointer
London is believed to have sustained a right hip pointer in Sunday's 27-21 win over the Cowboys, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
A hip pointer isn't considered a long-term injury, but if the diagnosis is confirmed when London undergoes further testing Monday, he could be at risk of missing the Falcons' Week 10 game in New Orleans next Sunday. London was forced out of the Week 9 win in the first quarter after landing hard on his hip on a nine-yard touchdown reception.
Nov 3, 2024
Ruled out of Sunday's game
London (hip) won't return to Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Late in the first quarter, London visited the sideline tent and eventually was deemed questionable to return. While he tested out his hip on the stationary bike in the meantime, he was deemed unable to reenter the contest at halftime. London will end Week 9 with two catches (on two targets) for 27 yards.
Nov 3, 2024
Exits Sunday's game
London was forced out of Sunday's game against the Cowboys due to a hip injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
Prior to his exit from the contest, London caught both of his targets for 27 yards and a TD. In his absence, Darnell Mooney, Ray-Ray McCloud, KhaDarel Hodge and Casey Washington are available to handle the Falcons' wideout duties.
Oct 27, 2024
Limited to four catches in win
London brought in four of six targets for 34 yards in the Falcons' 31-26 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Unlike a Week 5 breakout when he posted a season-best 12-154-1 line against these same Bucs, London was limited to his second-lowest reception and receiving yardage totals of the season. The third-year pro also saw his six-game streak with at least six receptions snapped, and a three-game stretch with at least one receiving touchdown met the same fate. London's first chance to regroup comes in a Week 9 home matchup against the Cowboys.
Oct 20, 2024
Finds end zone again Sunday
London secured six of eight targets for 63 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 34-14 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London finished as the runner-up in receptions and receiving yards right behind Kyle Pitts while tying Darnell Mooney for second in targets as well. The third-year pro also recorded a touchdown for the third straight game on a five-yard grab midway through the third quarter and now has exactly six catches in four of his last five games. London next takes aim at a Buccaneers secondary that he posted a season-best 12-154-1 line against during a Week 6 overtime home victory.
Oct 13, 2024
Stays hot with another TD
London had six receptions (10 targets) for 74 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-20 win over Carolina.
ANALYSIS
London followed up last week's 12-154-1 receiving line against the Buccaneers with another positive fantasy performance against another NFC South rival in Week 6. The 2022 first-round pick has now scored a touchdown in four out of his last five contests while averaging 82.6 yards per game over that stretch. Make sure to make space in your starting lineup for London ahead of next Sunday's home matchup against Seattle.
Oct 4, 2024
Dominant showing in OT win
London brought in 12 of 13 targets for 154 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 36-30 overtime win over the Buccaneers on Thursday night.
ANALYSIS
London led the Falcons in receptions and receiving yards on the night while checking in second to Darnell Mooney in targets, serving as the biggest beneficiary of Kirk Cousins' record-setting 509-yard night. The talented third-year wideout opened the scoring on the night as well, recording an 18-yard touchdown grab to cap off the opening possession. London now has three touchdowns in the last four games and double-digit targets in back-to-back contests, displaying a level of chemistry with Cousins that fantasy managers had envisioned when investing draft capital this summer. London will next take aim at a vulnerable Panthers defense in a Week 6 road divisional clash on Sunday, Oct. 13.
Oct 3, 2024
Returns to action
London (head) returned to Thursday's game against Tampa Bay after being evaluated for a concussion, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London was hit in the head early in the second quarter and missed roughly one full offensive possession while being evaluated for a concussion. He was cleared and returned to game action with just over half of the second quarter remaining.
Oct 3, 2024
Being evaluated for head injury
London exited Thursday's game against Tampa Bay and is being evaluated for a head injury, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
London got off to a quick start, racking up three catches for 38 yards and a touchdown. However, he took a hard shot to the head area while working over the middle of the field early in the second quarter. London headed to the locker room and there should be further clarity on his status once the evaluation is complete.
Sep 29, 2024
Six grabs in win over Saints
London caught six of 12 targets for 64 yards in Sunday's 26-24 win over New Orleans.
ANALYSIS
The third-year wideout saw a season high in targets, but it didn't translate into increased production as London caught exactly six passes for the third straight game, and he's hauled in between 54 and 67 yards in all three. New Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins still seems to be adjusting to his new scheme, which has limited London's upside. The duo may need to develop better chemistry quickly ahead of a Week 5 clash with the Buccaneers.
Sep 23, 2024
Scores second TD in loss
London finished with six receptions (nine targets) for 67 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
London joined Bijan Robinson as the pair of young Falcons to cash in on scoring plays in a one-score loss to last year's champs. The No. 1 wideout led Atlanta in targets and yardage while grabbing the only touchdown thrown by Kirk Cousins on Sunday. London has seen his production steadily increase in each week to begin the 2024 campaign, highlighting a potential breakout against a divisional matchup when the Falcons host the Saints on Sunday.
Sep 16, 2024
Scores game-winning TD Monday
London brought in six of seven targets for 54 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 22-21 win over the Eagles on Monday night.
ANALYSIS
London began the Falcons' game-winning drive with an unremarkable 4-42 line. However, the third-year wideout made his last two catches count, recording a five-yard reception that brought Atlanta down to the Eagles' seven-yard line before recording the game-winning touchdown two plays later. The chemistry between London and Kirk Cousins is still clearly a work in progress, but Monday's numbers were a nice bump up from his 2-15 line in Week 1. London should have plenty of opportunities in a Week 3 home showdown against the Chiefs that should require the Falcons to remain aggressive through the air.
Sep 8, 2024
Limited to three targets
London recorded two receptions on three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 18-10 loss to the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
London was expected to reach a new level of production this season with a modernized offense in Atlanta and Kirk Cousins under center. However, his Week 1 performance left plenty to be desired, as he finished with fewer targets than Ray-Ray McCloud and Bijan Robinson. Despite the disappointment, Cousins was uncharacteristically inefficient in his first game action in 10 months, meaning it's too early to panic.
Aug 9, 2024
Key starters not playing Friday
London is listed among Falcons starters not suiting up for Friday's preseason opener against the Dolphins, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Atlanta won't play key starters including London, fellow wideouts Darnell Mooney and Ray-Ray McCloud, quarterback Kirk Cousins, running backs Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier, plus tight end Kyle Pitts in Friday's exhibition contest. The third-year pro's next opportunity to suit up for preseason action will come Aug. 17 on the road at Baltimore.
Jul 27, 2024
Clear of cramping
London (overheating/leg cramps) returned for the evening portion of Friday's practice, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London departed the morning portion of practice Friday after he experienced leg cramps and overheating. However, the wideout was able to return for the evening walkthrough, suggesting that he's clear of any concerns. Josh Kendall of The Athletic adds that London will be on the field when the Falcons practice Saturday. This year's training camp is particularly important for London as he looks to build a rapport with new starting quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Jul 26, 2024
Leaves practice due to overheating
London left Friday's practice because of cramps and overheating, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
There was briefly concern about an injury when London made an early exit and was seen talking with trainers. It turns out he just needs rest and water, so it shouldn't be long before he's back to building chemistry with new starting quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Jul 26, 2024
Exits practice with injury
London left Friday's practice with an apparent injury, ESPN's Marc Raimondi reports.
ANALYSIS
Initial reports don't make it sound too serious, with London reportedly walking off the field and spending some time talking to trainers. His day is likely done, but it's unclear at this point if Atlanta's top WR will miss any additional practices.
Mar 14, 2024
Outlook looking up
London is positioned to benefit from improved quarterback play going forward, with Kirk Cousins (Achilles) having officially inked a four-year deal worth up to $180 million with the Falcons on Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London has sketched solid behind-the-scenes metrics in each of his first two pro seasons, but while having to endure a combination of Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke under center, the 2022 first-round pick has also failed to record a 1,000-yard receiving campaign yet. He finished his rookie season with a 72-866-4 line while playing all 17 games, and 2023 with a 69-905-2 line in one less contest. Even coming off an Achilles tear at 35 years old, Cousins promises reliable passing production, with London, Kyle Pitts and Bijan Robinson as his go-to playmakers, in addition to recent addition Darnell Mooney. Cousins threw for 4,000-plus passing yards in seven of his last eight seasons from 2015-22, and regularly hovered around the 30-touchdown range. Considering his improved situation, London figures to be a popular breakout candidate in 2024 fantasy drafts, one who it wouldn't be surprising to see come off the board top-10 at his position.
Jan 7, 2024
Four catches to close out season
London brought in four of nine targets for 41 yards in the Falcons' 48-17 loss to the Saints on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London's second season finished with a quiet performance, even as he logged a team high in targets. London also finished second in receptions and third in receiving yards on the afternoon, but he'll wrap up his sophomore campaign having failed to hit 50 receiving yards in three of his last four contests. London did set a new personal best with 905 receiving yards for the season, and he could certainly enjoy his best season yet in 2024 if there is an offensive/quarterback upgrade in Atlanta.
Jan 1, 2024
Quiet again in Week 17
London secured four of 10 targets for 56 yards in the Falcons' 37-17 loss to the Bears on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London certainly didn't lack for opportunity while leading the team in targets by a wide margin, but he and Taylor Heinicke found chemistry elusive in the snowy environment of Soldier Field. The speedy second-year wideout has been under 60 receiving yards for three straight games, but he should have a good chance of improving on recent production if he sees a similar amount of passes come his way in a Week 18 road matchup against the Saints.
Dec 24, 2023
Three catches in Week 16 win
London brought in three of four targets for 39 yards in the Falcons' 29-10 win over the Colts on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London had a quiet day overall but still tied for second in receptions on the afternoon for the Falcons. The speedy wideout should have a chance at a strong finish to the season now that the steadier Taylor Heinicke has taken back over for Desmond Ridder at quarterback, and he'll have a favorable matchup against the Bears' inconsistent secondary on the road in Week 17.
Dec 17, 2023
Contained in Week 15 loss
London brought in two of three targets for 24 yards in the Falcons' 9-7 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London's day was disappointing under any context for fantasy managers rolling with him in their playoff games or critical late-season contests, but it was additionally alarming when considering the receiver's season-best 10-172 line on 11 targets in Week 14. London now has his two least productive games since a catchless opener in the last three contests, and he'll look to bounce back against the Colts in a Week 16 home matchup against the Colts on Christmas Eve.
Dec 10, 2023
Stellar production in Week 14 loss
London brought in 10 of 11 targets for 172 yards in the Falcons' 29-25 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also recorded a two-point conversion catch.
ANALYSIS
London led the Falcons across the board in receptions, receiving yards and targets, with some final padding on his numbers coming in the form of a 28-yard grab on Desmond Ridder's desperation heave as time ran out. London consistently did similar damage throughout the day, bedeviling the Buccaneers' secondary with several chunk gains, including a game-long 45-yard catch. London's catch and yardage numbers were also career highs, sending him into a Week 15 road matchup against the Panthers with plenty of momentum.
Dec 3, 2023
Non-factor in win over Jets
London caught one of five targets for eight yards in Sunday's 13-8 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
London accounted for the only catch by a Falcons wide receiver in the game against New York's stout secondary. He came into Sunday's win having topped 50 receiving yards in five of his previous six appearances, so London should be more involved in Week 14 at home against a Buccaneers secondary that's been far more permissive to wide receivers.
Nov 26, 2023
Impressive working with Ridder
London brought in five of seven targets for 91 yards in the Falcons' 24-15 win over the Saints on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London comfortably led the Falcons in receptions, receiving yards and targets on the afternoon while working with Desmond Ridder as his quarterback for a full game for the first time since Week 7. London's yardage total was his highest since Week 6 and second best of the season, but the entire Atlanta air attack faces a tough matchup against the Jets' stingy secondary on the road in Week 13.
Nov 12, 2023
Modest numbers Sunday
London caught three of four targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 25-23 loss to the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
The second-year wideout actually led Atlanta in receiving yards Sunday in his return from a one-game absence due to a minor knee issue while tying Kyle Pitts for the team lead in catches, as quarterbacks Taylor Heinicke (hamstring) and Desmond Ridder combined for a paltry 94 passing yards. London hasn't scored a TD since Week 4 and has topped 70 receiving yards only twice in nine games this season, but the eighth overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft is still the team's biggest downfield threat. If the coaching staff uses next week's bye to fix some of the issues with the offense, London could benefit beginning with a Week 12 contest against the Saints.
Nov 9, 2023
In clear for Week 10
London (groin) was a full practice participant Thursday, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London's ability to take every rep at Thursday's practice clears the way for him to return to action Sunday against the Cardinals after he sat out the Falcons' 31-28 loss to the Vikings in Week 9. Since drawing just one target in a Week 1 win over Carolina, London has drawn no fewer than six looks in the passing game in any of his last seven outings, stringing together a 37-438-2 receiving line over that span. He'll now get his first chance to work in a full game with quarterback Taylor Heinicke, who will make his second straight start Sunday since replacing the struggling Desmond Ridder in the second half of a Week 8 loss to the Titans
Nov 8, 2023
Limited in practice return
London (groin) was limited in his return to practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
London didn't practice at all last week and missed Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Vikings. His return Wednesday, even in a limited capacity, gives him some shot to suit up Sunday at Arizona, though D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution notes that London didn't look to be running full speed. Progression to full practice Thursday or Friday would indicate readiness for a return and give London his first shot to play with Taylor Heinicke as the starting QB instead of Desmond Ridder.
Nov 8, 2023
Will practice Wednesday
Coach Arthur Smith said Wednesday that London (knee) will be back on the practice field, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
London wasn't able to practice in any capacity en route to being listed as inactive for Week 9, but Smith says the wideout is now "trending in the right direction." This reinforces Smith's comment earlier this week about the Falcons hoping to have London back on the field Week 10 versus Arizona. If London is indeed able to practice in even a limited capacity Wednesday, it will represent a notable step in the right direction.
Nov 6, 2023
Hopeful for Week 10 return
Head coach Arthur Smith said Monday that the Falcons hope London (groin) will be available for Sunday's game against Arizona, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
London was unavailable for Sunday's game against the Vikings after he was unavailable at practice all week, but it appears as though he'll be in the mix to return following a one-game absence. His status for Week 10 should come into focus based on his participation in practice in the coming days, but Smith's optimism is encouraging.
Nov 3, 2023
Won't play against Vikings
London (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
London was unable to practice throughout the week after hurting his groin in the 28-23 Week 8 loss to Tennessee. With London out, new starting quarterback Taylor Heinicke will have Van Jefferson and Mack Hollins as his top two wide receivers, with tight end Kyle Pitts possibly set for a larger role in the passing game as well. London's next chance to play will come in Week 10 against the Cardinals.
Nov 3, 2023
Not seen at Friday's practice
London (groin) wasn't spotted during the media-access portion of Friday's practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London also missed practice Wednesday and Thursday, so the wideout's apparent absence from Friday's session clouds his status for Sunday's game against the Vikings. The Falcons' upcoming injury report will clarify whether or not London has a chance to be available for Week 9 action.
Nov 2, 2023
Another missed practice
London (groin) officially didn't practice Thursday, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London's lack of activity comes as no surprise after he wasn't present for the media-access portion of Thursday's session, marking his second straight DNP. He thus has just one more chance to log some on-field work before the Falcons potentially make a ruling on his availability ahead of Sunday's contest against the Vikings. If London is limited or sidelined this weekend, it could mean more targets for Atlanta's tight ends and running backs considering the underwhelming options behind him on the depth chart (Van Jefferson, Mack Hollins, KhaDarel Hodge and Scotty Miller).
Nov 2, 2023
Absent for another practice
London (groin) wasn't present for Thursday's practice and is expected to be listed as a non-participant on the Falcons' official injury report, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London previously failed to practice Wednesday, so he'll likely need to get back on the field in some fashion Friday to put himself in position to play Sunday against the Vikings. If London ends up sitting out this weekend, wideouts Van Jefferson, Mack Hollins and KhaDarel Hodge as well as tight ends Kyle Pitts and Jonnu Smith could all be in store for more looks in the Taylor Heinicke-led passing game.
Nov 1, 2023
Won't practice Wednesday
London (groin) will not participate in Wednesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London exited Sunday's loss to the Titans with a groin injury, and despite being labeled as 'questionable' he did not retake the field. Coach Arthur Smith said "we'll see how it goes" regarding London's availability for Week 9, and Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports that the second-year wideout is considered day-to-day. If London manages to gain clearance for Sunday's game against the Vikings, he will have to link up with Taylor Heinicke under center, as usual starter Desmond Ridder is expected to operate as the No. 2 quarterback.
Oct 29, 2023
Suffers groin injury Sunday
London sustained a groin injury during Sunday's game in Tennessee, Terrin Waack of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London had a 21-yard connection with backup quarterback Taylor Heinicke in the third quarter, but the wide receiver took a hard hit from two Titans defenders and immediately made his way to the sideline, where he was tended to by trainers. At the time he exited the contest, London had five catches (on seven targets) for 55 yards.
Oct 22, 2023
Six catches in Week 7
London caught six of seven targets for 54 yards in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
London led the Falcons in targets, catches and receiving yards. Three of his four highest yardage totals have come in the last three games, a span in which London has racked up 21 catches on 28 targets for 257 yards. London had a third-quarter catch that was the subject of a fascinating review, as he had the ball come out while flipping through the air near the sideline and reaching for the goal line. It was ultimately determined that London's hand grazed the grass out of bounds, marking him down at the 1-yard line and narrowly avoiding a potential fumble for a touchback. Atlanta's 2022 first-round draft pick is the clear No. 1 option in the passing game heading into a Week 8 matchup with a Tennessee defense that's been more vulnerable through the air than on the ground.
Oct 15, 2023
Tops 100 yards in Week 6
London caught nine of 12 targets for 125 yards during Sunday's 24-16 loss to the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
London set season highs in targets, receptions and yards. Over the last two weeks, the second-year wideout has secured 15 passes for 203 yards and appears to be picking up speed after a slow start to the campaign. However, his overall production has still been inconsistent, and he faces a decent pass defense in Tampa Bay next week. As a rookie, London caught six of eight targets for 120 yards during the Falcons' Week 18 win over a Buccaneers squad that was resting most of their regulars.
Oct 8, 2023
Strong production in Week 5 win
London brought in six of nine targets for 78 yards and completed his only pass attempt for 22 yards in the Falcons' 21-19 win over the Texans on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
The talented second-year wideout finished second in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the Falcons on the afternoon. London's catch total also tied for his best through his first five games, while his receiving yardage and targets were both season highs. For good measure, the wideout was involved in a trick play in the first quarter that resulted in a 22-yard pass completion to Jonnu Smith. London will aim to build on the encouraging performance in a Week 6 home matchup versus the Commanders.
Oct 1, 2023
Finds end zone in Week 4 loss
London caught three of seven targets for 28 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the Jaguars.
ANALYSIS
After hauling in a 15-yard strike from Desmond Ridder on the Falcons' first possession of the second half, London very nearly caught a second score in the fourth quarter but couldn't get a second foot down at the back of the end zone. The second-year wideout only scored four TDs in 17 games as a rookie, so his red-zone usage early in 2023 is encouraging, but his target volume and the erratic play of Ridder has put a firm ceiling on London's fantasy value so far. He could have a hard time breaking out in Week 5 against a Texans defense that's been easier to beat on the ground than through the air.
Sep 24, 2023
Records two receptions in loss
London caught two of six targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 20-6 loss versus Detroit.
ANALYSIS
London finished fourth on the team in targets and third in receiving yards. It was certainly a disappointing performance after the wideout submitted a 6-67-1 line versus Jaire Alexander and the Packers in Week 2. You can't blame this effort on Atlanta's run-heavy scheme, as Desmond Ridder attempted 38 passes. London's skill set is up there with the elite pass catchers in the NFL, but his usage hasn't been conducive to consistent production in fantasy.
Sep 17, 2023
Catches first TD of 2023
London caught six of seven targets for 67 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 25-24 win over the Packers.
ANALYSIS
After getting blanked in the season opener, London quickly got on the board in Week 2 with a screen pass on Atlanta's first offensive play. The 2022 first-round pick found a groove after that. London beat Jaire Alexander for 22 yards on a third-and-15 in the second quarter and got the better of the All-Pro cornerback again late in the first half, securing a three-yard touchdown with just 16 seconds left. The wideout also bested Alexander for 24 yards on the first play of Atlanta's game-winning drive. It was clearly a huge bounce-back performance for London, especially given his matchup, but fantasy managers have to be cognizant of the Falcons' run-heavy offense moving forward.
Sep 10, 2023
Blanked in opener
London failed to catch his only target during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
London was a non-factor, as Atlanta leaned heavily on the run. Desmond Ridder attempted just 18 passes and was sacked four times. Kyle Pitts led the team with 44 receiving yards (two receptions), while Bijan Robinson paced the squad with six receptions (27 yards). London remains a huge part of the Falcons' offense moving forward, but fantasy managers should be aware that coach Arthur Smith isn't going to force-feed pass catchers if the running game is working like it was versus Carolina.
Aug 18, 2023
Makes acrobatic catch
London recorded two receptions on three targets for 33 yards in Friday's 13-13 tie against the Bengals in preseason action.
ANALYSIS
London played for one offensive drive but still made a significant impact. The highlight of his performance came on a long third down when Desmond Ridder lofted a ball down the left sideline that London out-jumped DJ Turner to haul in. London is in line to lead the Atlanta pass-catching corps alongside Kyle Pitts when the regular season kicks off against Carolina.
Aug 12, 2023
Set to play preseason Week 2
London is expected to play in next Friday's preseason game against the Bengals, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Along with the rest of the Falcons' first-team offense, London didn't suit up for Friday's exhibition opener in Miami. That script will flip in preseason Week 2 as he prepares to build off a 72-866-4 line on 117 targets from his rookie 2022 campaign.
Jan 8, 2023
Career-high 120 yards in Week 18
London caught six of eight targets for 120 yards during Sunday's 30-17 win over Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
London briefly went to the locker in the second quarter with a foot injury, but he returned to the contest and finished with a career-high 120 receiving yards during his final game of the 2022 campaign. The rookie first-round pick finished the season strong and totaled 31 receptions on 48 targets for 428 yards over the final five games, including 333 of those yards coming in four contests with Desmond Ridder at the helm. The Falcons are expected to add more quarterback depth this offseason after the Marcus-Mariota experiment failed, but regardless of who's under center, London is expected to be Atlanta's top wideout next year.
Jan 8, 2023
Back in Sunday's game
London (foot) returned to Sunday's game versus the Buccaneers, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London went to the locker room in the second quarter and was diagnosed with a foot injury, but he'll attempt to gut it out for the rest of Week 18 and build upon his 26-yard catch from the first half.
Jan 8, 2023
Exits with foot injury
London left Sunday's game against the Buccaneers due to a foot injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
According to McElhaney, London went to the locker room shortly before the Falcons deemed him questionable to return. If London is unable to do so, he'll finish Week 18 with one catch (on two targets) for 26 yards.
Jan 1, 2023
Momentum stalled
London recorded five receptions on eight targets for 47 yards in Sunday's 20-19 win over the Cardinals.
ANALYSIS
London finished tied for the team lead with eight targets, though that was his lowest total since Week 12. Unsurprisingly, he also recorded his lowest reception and yardage total in that span. In addition to lost volume, London was also limited to working in the short areas of the field, as his longest catch went for 13 yards and three of his five receptions went for single-digit gains. Despite the disappointing output, London entered the game having recorded at least 70 receiving yards in three consecutive matchups and is ending his rookie season in strong form.
Dec 24, 2022
Falls just short of century mark
London caught seven of nine targets for 96 yards in Saturday's 17-9 loss to the Ravens.
ANALYSIS
For the second straight game, London showed impressive chemistry with fellow rookie Desmond Ridder as he led Atlanta in catches and receiving yards. London has posted a 14-166-0 line on 20 targets in two games with Ridder under center, giving the eighth overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft upside and momentum heading into a Week 17 matchup with the Cardinals.
Dec 18, 2022
Solid connection with Ridder
London caught seven of 11 targets for 70 yards during Sunday's 21-18 loss to New Orleans.
ANALYSIS
Desmond Ridder targeted London early and often during his NFL debut, as the rookie duo connected seven times for 70 yards. The wideout saw double-digit targets for a second straight game and for the third time during the campaign. During those contests, London has totaled 21 receptions for 251 yards and one score. Expect London to continue leading the team in targets, but his overall fantasy production remains limited while operating in the Falcons' struggling offense.
Dec 4, 2022
Career-high 95 receiving yards
London caught six of 12 targets for 95 yards during Sunday's 19-16 loss to Pittsburgh.
ANALYSIS
London was targeted on half of Marcus Mariota's 24 pass attempts and set a career high with 95 receiving yards. All six of the rookie's receptions went for at least 10 yards, including a 37-yard catch in the second quarter. With Kyle Pitts (knee) out for the year, London will look to build off his career-high performance and emerge as Atlanta's top pass catching option moving forward.
Nov 28, 2022
Meager production in loss
London logged two receptions on four targets for 29 yards during Sunday's 19-13 defeat to the Commanders.
ANALYSIS
London finished second on the team in receptions, targets and yards behind Olamide Zaccheaus. The rookie first-round pick continues to be limited in Atlanta's run-heavy offense, but despite Zaccheaus' breakout game, London figures to be the Falcons' go-to pass catcher in the absence of Kyle Pitts (knee). London will look to bounce back against the Steelers in Week 13 before Atlanta heads into its Week 14 bye.
Nov 21, 2022
Two-yard touchdown in win
London reeled in one of three targets for two yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 27-24 win against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
London gave the Falcons an early 7-0 lead with a two-yard score to finish the first drive of the game. However, the rookie wideout saw only two targets the rest of the way and failed to secure another catch, marking his second game with one or fewer receptions. Regardless, London has now scored a touchdown in back-to-back weeks and has four scores across 11 appearances, though he's failed to top 50 receiving yards in eight straight games after reaching that plateau in each of his first three career contests.
Nov 10, 2022
Finds end zone in loss
London brought in five of six targets for 38 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' 25-15 loss to the Panthers on Thursday night.
ANALYSIS
The rookie found the end zone for the first time since Week 3 on a tough seven-yard grab between two defenders just past the midway point of the third quarter. London still couldn't clear the 40-yard mark, however, making it four consecutive games for the first-round selection under that modest threshold. London's upside is likely to be capped as long as Marcus Mariota remains in a starting role, but he'll hope to boost his numbers in a Week 11 matchup at home a week from Sunday against the inconsistent Bears defense.
Nov 6, 2022
Key fumble in loss
London brought in three of seven targets for 23 yards and lost a fumble in the Falcons' 20-17 loss to the Chargers on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
London once again put up modest numbers, but his day was all the more forgettable thanks to the rookie allowing Khalil Mack to strip the ball from him after five-yard reception at the Chargers' six-yard line early in the third quarter. London has now failed to top 40 receiving yards in six consecutive games, an unfavorable streak he'll aim to snap in a Week 10 divisional matchup against the Panthers on Thursday night.
Oct 31, 2022
Four receptions in win
London reeled in 4 of 5 targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 37-34 overtime win over the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
London was on the field for 59 offensive snaps, most among Atlanta's wideouts, and finished second on the team in receptions. However, he turned those catches into a modest 31 yards, with the majority of his production coming on a 17-yard catch late in the fourth quarter. After securing 16 of 25 targets for 214 yards and two scores across the first three games of his career, the rookie has mustered just 14 receptions for 132 yards over his last five appearances. London will look to get back on track against the Chargers in Week 9.
Oct 23, 2022
Targeted once in loss
London recorded one catch on one target for nine yards in Sunday's 35-17 loss to the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Marcus Mariota attempted only 13 passes on the day, but London's ability to command only one target is still a concern. London is likely to see his volume tick back up moving forward -- he has at least six targets in five of seven games this season -- though he has now failed to top 40 yards in four consecutive games. However, it is worth noting that he appeared on the injury report with a knee injury early in the week leading up to Sunday's game -- an issue that could have hampered him in this performance.
Oct 12, 2022
Avoids injury report
London (knee) wasn't listed on the Falcons' first Week 6 injury report Wednesday, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London was impacted late in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's loss at Tampa Bay by a knee issue, which caused him to limp to the sideline. He's managed to avoid the injury report entirely just three days later and thus is clear for a Week 6 matchup with the 49ers, who have allowed the 13th-fewest receiving yards per game (148) but just two TDs to opposing wide receivers through five contests this season.
Oct 12, 2022
Spotted at practice
London (knee) is present for practice Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London limped off the field late in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 21-15 loss to Tampa Bay and never had a chance to return after the Bucs sealed the game with three first downs (the first two coming on penalties). The rookie's 33.9 percent target share is good for second best in the NFL, but only the Bears have attempted fewer passes than the Falcons, and London has caught just nine of 20 passes for 106 yards the past three games after starting his career with 160 yards the first two weeks. He at least seems to have avoided a serious injury and appears on track to play this coming Sunday against a stout 49ers defense.
Oct 9, 2022
Sees team-high seven targets
London (ankle) caught four of seven targets for 35 yards during Sunday's 21-15 loss to Tampa Bay.
ANALYSIS
Per Josh Kendall of The Athletic, London picked up an ankle issue late in the fourth quarter and appeared to limp off the field, but he never went into the injury tent. The rookie first-round pick failed to haul in his first two targets and had a 24-yard reception called back due to a holding call in the first quarter, but he caught all four of his targets in the second half, including two receptions on a touchdown drive that ended with a 19-yard pass to Olamide Zaccheaus. With Kyle Pitts (hamstring) sidelined, London was the clear No. 1 target, but Tampa Bay's stout secondary made life difficult for the rookie. London will look to get back on track against San Francisco in Week 6.
Oct 2, 2022
Just two catches on seven targets
London had two receptions on seven targets for 17 yards in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Browns.
ANALYSIS
Atlanta's passing game was a non-factor despite the team getting the victory, resulting in poor stat lines for London and the rest of the receiving corps. The Falcons' first-round pick from this year's draft led the team with seven targets, with no other wideout receiving more than two. London had been a reliable starting fantasy option prior to Sunday's dud, so fantasy managers should remain confident heading into a matchup against Tampa Bay next Sunday.
Sep 25, 2022
Catches go-ahead TD in win
London caught three of six targets for 54 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 27-23 win over the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
London failed to haul in any of his three first-quarter targets, but he got on the board with a 30-yard gain to start the second quarter. He wasn't targeted again until he secured a 14-yard, go-ahead touchdown at the end of the third quarter. The rookie first-round pick garnered a secondary role to Kyle Pitts, who led the team in targets, receptions and receiving yards after a quiet start to the season. However, London still garnered a sizable role and continues to exceed expectations to start his career. Through three games, London has caught 16 of 25 targets for 214 yards and two scores.
Sep 18, 2022
Making strong impression
London recorded eight receptions on 12 targets for 86 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Rams.
ANALYSIS
London dominated targets among the Atlanta pass catchers, as Mariota recorded only 26 pass attempts for the game. London showed the ability to get open in various positions on the field, highlighted by a four-yard touchdown catch as receptions that went for gains of 22 and 19 yards. London has topped 70 receiving yards in each of his first two games in the NFL and appears to have emerged as Marcus Mariota's top target in Atlanta.
Sep 11, 2022
Modest production in NFL debut
London caught five of seven targets for 74 yards during Sunday's 27-26 defeat against the Saints.
ANALYSIS
London started slow by failing to haul in his only target in the first quarter, but he caught all three of his targets for 46 yards in the second quarter, including a 31-yard reception that set up a last-second field goal from Younghoe Koo. The rookie first-round pick was certainly Marcus Mariota's favorite target in the season opener, leading the team in receptions, targets and yards. He'll look to build off his solid start against the Rams in Week 2.
Sep 11, 2022
Cleared for pro debut
London (knee) is active for Sunday's game versus New Orleans, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Though the rookie first-round pick missed the Falcons' final two preseason games due to the knee injury and was limited in practice throughout the week, he'll be ready to take the field Sunday for his NFL debut. Despite missing ample time during his first camp with Atlanta, London enters the season listed atop the depth chart at receiver and is expected to fill a prominent role in a passing attack helmed by quarterback Marcus Mariota. London will be battling with last year's first-round pick, tight end Kyle Pitts, for status as Atlanta's No. 1 target.
Sep 10, 2022
On pace to make debut Sunday
London (knee) is in line to play Sunday against the Saints, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
London picked up a knee injury in the Falcons' exhibition opener and was unable to practice again until Week 1 prep. The rookie first-round pick thus was limited in all three sessions and entered the weekend with a questionable designation. Assuming he's deemed active roughly 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff, London will join second-year tight end Kyle Pitts as quarterback Marcus Mariota's top two receiving threats.
Sep 9, 2022
Status in question for Week 1
London (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Saints, Tory McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London has been in limbo since suffering a knee injury in Atlanta's preseason opener, missing the rest of exhibition season and only returning to practice this week. Coach Arthur Smith said Wednesday that the Falcons had a goal to get London through Week 1 prep before putting him through a workout Saturday, at which point the team would "make a call" on his availability. As a result, clarity on London's status could be known well ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
Sep 9, 2022
Status coming down to Saturday
Coach Arthur Smith said London (knee) will wok out Saturday before the team makes a decision on his availability for Sunday's game against New Orleans, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
The rookie was a limited practice participant Wednesday and Thursday, apparently showing enough progress to at least be a game-time decision. London presumably will be listed as questionable when the Falcons release their final injury report Friday afternoon.
Sep 8, 2022
Limited again Thursday
London (knee) was limited at Thursday's practice, Ashton Edmunds of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London continues to work himself back from a knee injury that he sustained in preseason Week 1, which kept him sidelined for the rest of the exhibition slate and off the practice field until Monday. With back-to-back capped sessions under his belt, he still has work to do in order to be cleared for Sunday's game against the Saints. As noted by coach Arthur Smith on Wednesday, the Falcons won't make a decision on London's availability until Saturday, according to D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Sep 7, 2022
Officially limited Wednesday
London (knee) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The first wide receiver selected in this year's draft, London was knocked out of the team's first preseason game due to a knee injury, which wasn't believed to be a serious issue at the time. Still, he didn't play again during exhibition season and only returned to the practice field Monday. Wednesday's subsequent session was in full pads, before which coach Arthur Smith said that the Falcons won't make a decision on the rookie's availability for Week 1 versus the Saints until Saturday, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Sep 7, 2022
Listed as No. 1 wideout
London (knee) is listed as the No. 1 wideout on the Falcons' unofficial Week 1 depth chart, Scott Bair of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London was listed as a reserve on the Falcons' first unofficial depth chart at the start of training camp, but he's unsurprisingly Atlanta's top wideout heading into Week 1. The No. 8 overall pick left the preseason opener with a knee injury after catching his lone for 24 yards. He was sidelined for the remainder of the preseason but returned to practice Monday. His return to practice, coupled with him being listed as a starter on the Week 1 depth chart, is a great sign for his availability for Sunday's season opener against New Orleans, but the Falcons likely won't officially announce his status until closer to kickoff.
Sep 5, 2022
Present for practice Monday
London (knee) was spotted at Monday's practice, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
While that's a good sign that the rookie wideout is progressing, how the Falcons list London's participation level on their initial Week 1 injury report should shed added light on his chances of being ready for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Saints.
Sep 5, 2022
Making progress
Coach Arthur Smith said Monday that London (knee) is "progressing, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
London has been held out of practice since Aug. 12 due to a right knee injury sustained in his first preseason appearance, but it appears that he still has a chance to suit up Week 1. Smith said "we'll see what he looks like" when asked whether the rookie first-rounder will be available Sunday versus the Saints. Atlanta's first set of injury reports this season will shed more light on London's status.
Aug 31, 2022
Misses another practice
London (knee) isn't practicing Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
The Falcons haven't said much about the injury apart from coach Arthur Smith's statement Aug. 14 in which he said it wasn't a long-term concern. London suffered the injury in the team's preseason opener Aug. 12, and he's now absent from practice for a third straight week as the calendar turns to September. It'd be a great sign for fantasy managers if London returned to practice before the team's first official injury report of the season (Wed., Sept. 7), even if he's a limited participant.
Aug 29, 2022
Not at practice
London (knee) isn't practicing Monday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London hasn't practiced since he hurt his knee in Atlanta's first preseason game. He still has two weeks to prepare for the season opener against New Orleans, and presumably will need to practice at least one or twice before the game to have a shot at playing.
Aug 27, 2022
Probably out Saturday
London (knee) is not expected to play in Saturday's preseason contest, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London didn't practice all week so it's hardly a surprise to see the prized rookie not playing in an exhibition contest. The No. 8 overall selection in the 2022 Draft will have 15 days in order to get right ahead of the Falcons' Sept. 11 Week 1 opener against the Jaguars.
Aug 25, 2022
Remains sidelined
London (knee) didn't practice Thursday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site, coach Arthur Smith noted last week that the knee injury London sustained in the team's preseason opener was not a "long-term" concern. However, with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft still not practicing at this stage, it appears as though London's next chance to see game action won't arrive until the start of the upcoming regular season.
Aug 22, 2022
Not in line to play Monday
London (knee) is not slated to play in Monday's preseason contest against the Jets, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
The report notes that the knee injury London sustained in the Falcons' preseason opener is not serious, but the rookie wideout is slated to be held out Monday for precautionary reasons. London's next chance to see game action will arrive in the team's preseason finale this coming Saturday against the Jaguars.
Aug 16, 2022
Not practicing after knee injury
London (knee) isn't practicing Tuesday, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
London took his first target for a 24-yard gain during Atlanta's preseason opener but suffered a knee injury in the process. Coach Arthur Smith said he isn't worried about it being a long-term issue, but London likely will miss some practice time and at least one preseason game. The No. 8 overall pick faces soft competition for snaps and targets, giving him a shot to enter the year as Atlanta's No. 1 wide receiver even if he doesn't practice much the next couple weeks.
Aug 14, 2022
Knee injury downplayed
Coach Arthur Smith noted Sunday that the knee injury London suffered during Friday's preseason game against the Lions isn't something the Falcons are "concerned about long term," Tori McElhaney of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
That said, it doesn't look like the No. 8 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft will be back at practice this coming week. Per Scott Bair of the Falcons' official site, whether London sees any preseason action is something that will be assessed week-to-week, but on the plus side, at this stage the wideout's Week 1 status doesn't appear to be in jeopardy.
Aug 9, 2022
Key role expected
Though London is listed toward the back end of the Falcons' unofficial posted depth chart, Scott Bair of the team's official site notes that's an approach coach Arthur Smith typically takes at this stage of the preseason.
ANALYSIS
With that in mind, Bair notes that London -- who the Falcons took eighth overall in the 2022 NFL Draft -- typically works with the team's first unit during training camp practices, and has held his own against Atlanta's top cornerbacks. Bair adds that "it's fair to expect London will play a ton once the regular season begins, as a top receiver worthy of being listed first at his position." Also in the mix for wideout targets early on this season are the likes of Bryan Edwards, Olamide Zaccheaus, KhaDarel Hodge and Geronimo Allison, but among that group the 6-foot-4 rookie remains the upside play in an offense that is slated to be helmed by QB Marcus Mariota.
Jul 31, 2022
Dominating start to training camp
London (ankle) made several highlight-worthy plays during Atlanta's training camp practice Saturday, Deen Worley of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
London broke his foot in October last year, which sidelined him for the remainder of his final campaign at USC. However, the No. 8 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft hasn't appeared limited at all during his offseason work with the Falcons. At 6-foot-4, London has the frame to be an elite red-zone threat, but his skill as a route runner makes him a potential No. 1 WR as a rookie. While the 22-year-old holds all the talent in the world, his fantasy production will be directly correlated to how well Marcus Mariota is able to do in his first year back as a starting quarterback.
May 13, 2022
No restrictions at rookie minicamp
London (ankle) said he fully participated in Friday's rookie minicamp practice with no restrictions, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
London suffered a broken ankle in October last year, which sidelined him for the remainder of his final campaign at USC. The 6-foot-4 wideout was a limited participant during his pro day, but there wasn't much doubt that he'd be good to go for his first NFL season. Regardless, it's still an encouraging sign to see the rookie available and participating during minicamp.