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FalconsKaleb McGary To Miss Time After Practice Leg Injury, ESPN Reports

The injury leaves Michael Penix Jr.’s blind side unsettled with swing tackle Storm Norton also sidelined for 6–8 weeks.

Oct 1, 2023; London, United Kingdom; Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Kaleb McGary (76) against the Jacksonville Jaguars in the second half during an NFL International Series game at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
Sep 22, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Kaleb McGary (76) leaves the field with an injury against the Kansas City Chiefs in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • McGary was carted off Wednesday with an apparent left/lower leg injury and is undergoing an MRI, with the team saying an update will come later.
  • An ESPN report citing a source says McGary will miss time, though the length of his absence remains undetermined.
  • Elijah Wilkinson stepped in at right tackle during practice, while the depth chart lists Brandon Parker and rookie Jack Nelson as the primary backups.
  • Swing tackle Storm Norton had ankle surgery Tuesday and is expected to be out six to eight weeks, tightening options ahead of the preseason finale in Dallas and the Week 1 opener against Tampa Bay.
  • Atlanta is assessing internal solutions and media have speculated about potential external additions via trade or free agency, pending clarity on McGary’s timeline.