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Falcons' Iron Man Matthews Injured, Streak in Jeopardy
6 Oct
Summary
- Jake Matthews' 199-game start streak ended with a first-quarter groin injury.
- Michael Jerrell replaced Matthews, contributing to a Falcons touchdown drive.
- Pass rusher Za'Darius Smith was ruled out due to a concussion.
The streak of Falcons' left tackle Jake Matthews, an impressive 199 consecutive starts, was interrupted Monday night by a groin injury. Matthews exited the game in the first quarter and is now questionable to continue playing.
His absence meant Michael Jerrell entered the game at left tackle. Jerrell was part of the offensive line that facilitated a 10-play, 65-yard touchdown drive, extending the Falcons' lead to 21-7.
Meanwhile, pass rusher Za'Darius Smith has been ruled out of the game. Smith suffered a concussion in the first quarter after taking a teammate's knee to the head.
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