The Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions faced a tense preseason matchup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, highlighting the fierce competition among players vying for a roster spot. The game was abruptly suspended following a serious injury to Lions cornerback Morice Norris, who was hit in the head while making a tackle. Despite the scary moment, Norris showed encouraging signs as he was taken to the hospital. In a display of sportsmanship, both teams decided to run out the clock rather than continue play, leading to a final score of 17-10 in favor of the Lions.