Overview

• Jalon Walker did not dress for Friday’s preseason game after tweaking his groin on the final play of a joint practice with the Tennessee Titans.
• Head coach Raheem Morris said Walker is expected to return to practice next week, which would rule out a long-term absence.
• Walker had been managing a hamstring issue earlier in training camp and totaled 19 defensive snaps and one tackle in the season opener against Detroit.
• The Falcons signed veteran safety Ronnie Harrison on August 10 and have slotted him into inside linebacker work to shore up depth.
• Cautious handling of the No. 15 overall pick underscores Atlanta’s effort to protect a key rookie as it aims to bolster a pass rush that ranked second-to-last in sacks last season.