Falcons' Top Receiver Drake London Ruled Out for Game Against Vikings Due to Groin Injury

First round pick London to miss his first professional game, adding pressure on new starting quarterback Taylor Heinicke; Fuller, Hodge, Jefferson, and Miller expected to take on expanded roles.

Drake London, the leading receiver for the Atlanta Falcons, has been ruled out for the game against the Minnesota Vikings due to a groin injury.
His absence will increase the pressure on new starting quarterback Taylor Heinicke, who will assume the role in place of Desmond Ridder.
London has been a key offensive player this season, leading the Falcons in targets, receptions, and yards; he also ties for the team lead in receiving touchdowns.
Other wideouts such as KhaDarel Hodge, Van Jefferson, Scotty Miller, and Mack Hollins are expected to take on larger roles in the passing game.
The severity of London's injury is not as serious as initially feared, but there is currently no timeline for his return to the field.