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Morice Norris Declares 'All Good' After Preseason Head Injury

He is under overnight observation at Grady Memorial Hospital after doctors confirmed he has movement in all extremities following the hit that halted the Lions-Falcons preseason game.

Aug 8, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions players pray after an injury to safety Morice Norris (not pictured) in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Detroit Lions safety Morice Norris  is hit in the helmet by Atlanta Falcons running back Nathan Carter (38) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game Friday.
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Overview

  • Morice Norris suffered a head and neck injury in the fourth quarter in Atlanta when his head snapped back during a tackle attempt.
  • Medical staff stabilized him on the field before transporting him by ambulance to Grady Memorial Hospital for further evaluation.
  • The Lions confirmed that Norris is conscious and has movement in all extremities, leading doctors to keep him under overnight observation.
  • Norris reassured supporters by posting “I’m all good” on his Instagram Story and sharing a smiling FaceTime screenshot with a teammate.
  • The Lions have indicated they will provide further updates on Norris’s condition once hospital testing is complete.