Atlanta, GA, September 24, 2025

News Summary

The Atlanta Falcons gear up for their Week 4 game against the Washington Commanders at Mercedes-Benz Stadium amid notable injury concerns. After a tough 30-0 loss to the Panthers, the Falcons are looking to rebound. Key players like Kyle Pitts and A.J. Terrell face injuries, complicating preparations. Meanwhile, Darnell Mooney returns without injury, offering a boost to the team’s receiving core. The Falcons are also adjusting their coaching structure as they seek to improve their performance ahead of the game against the 2-1 Commanders.

Atlanta Falcons Prepare for Week 4 Matchup Against Washington Commanders Amid Injury Concerns

Atlanta Falcons began Week 4 practices on Wednesday as they prepare to host the Washington Commanders on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. This pivotal game arrives after the Falcons suffered a disappointing 30-0 loss to the Carolina Panthers, a defeat that has affected their standings in the league.

In terms of player availability, several key players were limited during practice. Kyle Pitts is dealing with a toe injury, James Pearce Jr. has a groin injury, and Casey Washington is currently in concussion protocol. Notably, A.J. Terrell, who is coping with a hamstring injury, is considered “week-to-week,” with hopes of returning after the team’s Week 5 bye. He did not participate in practice this week.

In a positive development for the Falcons, Darnell Mooney did not appear on the injury report for the first time this season after missing all of training camp with a shoulder injury. This return is expected to provide additional depth to their receiving corps.

Changes are also coming to the coaching staff as the Falcons’ offensive coordinator will no longer call plays from the coaches’ booth. Instead, Zac Robinson will move to the field to take on this responsibility, while T.J. Yates will step in to handle receiving coaching duties.

In preparation for the Commanders, the Falcons have added two players to their practice squad to bolster their lineup. The team is looking to bounce back and improve their performance rankings following their recent shutout loss.

Parker Romo, the Falcons’ kicker, missed two field goal attempts during the Week 3 game against the Carolina Panthers, after having a perfect performance against the Minnesota Vikings. This inconsistency in scoring has added pressure on the Falcons’ offense, which has struggled significantly this season.

On top of that, the Falcons have experienced a tough start, with four drives starting inside their own 10-yard line in the second half this season, the most in the NFL. This statistic reflects the difficulties the team has faced in field position and execution.

In contrast, the Washington Commanders enter this matchup with a record of 2-1, fresh from a commanding 41-24 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. They will be looking to maintain their momentum against the Falcons this Sunday.

The upcoming game presents a critical opportunity for the Falcons to improve their standings and showcase their resilience as they face the challenges posed by the Commanders and their injury issues.

Key Statistics:

• Atlanta Falcons record: 1-2
• Washington Commanders record: 2-1
• Recent result for the Falcons: 30-0 loss to the Carolina Panthers
• Recent result for the Commanders: 41-24 win against the Las Vegas Raiders

Injury Status:

• Kyle Pitts: Toe injury (limited in practice)
• James Pearce Jr.: Groin injury (limited in practice)
• Casey Washington: Concussion (limited in practice)
• A.J. Terrell: Hamstring injury (did not participate)
• Darnell Mooney: No injury report (returned to practice)

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Additional Resources

• Washington Commanders News
• New York Times Athletics
• BetMGM Sports Blog
• USA Today Sports
• Arizona Central Sports
• Wikipedia: Washington Commanders
• Wikipedia: Atlanta Falcons
• Google Search: Washington Commanders vs Atlanta Falcons 2025
• Encyclopedia Britannica: National Football League
• Google News: Commanders vs Falcons

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