Falcons Tackle Kaleb McGary Carted Off Practice With Leg Injury

Atlanta Falcons starting right tackle Kaleb McGary was carted off the practice field with a suspected lower left leg injury, prompting concerns just days before the team's final preseason game. McGary, a key player responsible for protecting left-handed quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s blind side, recently signed a two-year, $30 million extension and has started 92 of 93 games since being drafted in 2019. Backup tackle Storm Norton is already sidelined with a lower-body injury, leaving Elijah Wilkinson, typically a guard, to fill in for McGary. The Falcons are awaiting MRI results to determine the severity of McGary's injury, and head coach Raheem Morris may need to adjust the offensive line or explore other options depending on the outcome. Teammates and coaches expressed support for McGary, emphasizing his importance to the team and hoping for a speedy recovery. This development places added pressure on the Falcons' offensive line depth and continuity as they prepare for the upcoming game.