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September 3, 2025
Falcons vs. Bucs Week 1 Injury Report: Darnell Mooney limited | The Falcoholic
Evan Birchfield
The Falcoholic
Falcons vs. Bucs Week 1 Injury Report: Darnell Mooney limited | The Falcoholic

Week 1 carries notable Falcons and Buccaneers injury notes. Mooney limited with a shoulder could open uneven target distribution for Atlanta’s receivers, while Kaleb McGary is out for the year, elevating discussion around the line’s stability. Tampa Bay faces a bruising list in the trenches: Wirfs and Vita Vea may miss time, Otton is limited, and Godwin is unlikely to play. Fantasy managers should monitor Sunday’s practice updates closely, especially for WRs and backfield depth on both sides.

In Week 1, expect Falcons’ pass-game pivots to London and Pitts if Mooney is limited, and anticipate rookie-line adjustments on the line. For TB, check if Godwin returns soon and whether Otton can absorb more looks. The matchup could hinge on how quickly the in-game adjustments shore up the blocking and which secondary players step up in coverage and run defense.

Which Falcons player is most likely to benefit if Mooney is limited Week 1?If Vea sits, how does TB’s run defense change Week 1?Should Godwin be avoided in Week 1 DFS if inactive?What is the Falcons’ Week 1 game plan with multiple injuries?
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