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Drake London Floors Coach Morris in Drill That Embodies Falcons’ Camp Physicality

The viral red-zone tackle has been embraced by the Falcons as a symbol of their renewed emphasis on toughness.

Head coach Raheem Morris of the Atlanta Falcons reacts during the second quarter against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on January 5, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.
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Overview

  • During a red-zone coverage drill on August 4, wide receiver Drake London tackled head coach Raheem Morris head-on, sending him flat on his back.
  • The clip was first posted by reporter Joe Patrick on X and later reshared by running back Bijan Robinson, who quipped “this ain’t 1992,” fueling further buzz.
  • Morris has maintained a hands-on coaching style, stepping into live coverage reps to instill energy and physicality among the team.
  • London’s standout work in padded practices, including deep catches and key blocks, highlights his emergence as the Falcons’ WR1 leader.
  • Falcons camp culture has coalesced around the moment to blur coach-player boundaries and underscore toughness in modern NFL training.