Injuries Plague Falcons' TE Kyle Pitts and LB Nate Landman

The Atlanta Falcons' tight end, Kyle Pitts, and inside linebacker, Nate Landman, were predicted to have limited participation in Wednesday's practice, according to head coach Raheem Morris.

Pitts is currently recovering from a hamstring injury, while Landman is dealing with a quad ailment that he sustained during training camp last month.

Morris stated, "(Pitts) practiced with us the other day and did an excellent job... He had a hamstring issue a few weeks ago, but it hasn't hindered him too much. He's been participating in practice and is ready to go."

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Atlanta selected Pitts with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

In his rookie season, he was named to the Pro Bowl after catching 68 passes for 1,026 yards and one touchdown. However, his production has decreased in the past two seasons due to MCL and PCL injuries sustained in his sophomore year.

Over the course of 44 career games (40 starts), Pitts, 23, has accumulated 149 receptions for 2,049 yards and six touchdowns, catching passes from Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder, and Taylor Heinicke in the last two seasons.

Landman, 25, recorded 110 tackles, three forced fumbles, and two sacks in 16 games (14 starts) last season. Due to his injury, he has not participated in practice since August 15th.

The Falcons will face the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday for their season opener.