Nathan Carter flashed in Friday night’s Falcons preseason tilt, piling up 63 yards on nine carries including a 43-yard TD as Atlanta shed doubts about its RB depth behind Bijan Robinson and Tyler Allgeier. The moment sparked cheers on the sideline, signaling a real competition for Atlanta’s third-back spot.

One week earlier, Carter’s game‑changing run came after a scary collision that left Morice Norris of Detroit briefly down and the game stopped. Norris is in concussion protocol but has shown progress, a detail Carter said gave him peace and focus to play with conviction. Carter’s post‑play reflections tied his on‑field fire to faith and purpose, a mindset echoed by Falcons coaches about his fierce, hard-to-tackle style.

Carter, undrafted from Michigan State, posted elite testing marks, including a 4.4 40 and a 40-inch vertical, underscoring his NFL upside in a crowded backfield that also includes Carlos Washington Jr., Elijah Dotson, and Jashaun Corbin. Falcons coach Raheem Morris raved about his toughness and breakaway speed, suggesting a legitimate roster push if he can sustain this level of play over the coming weeks.