The recent preseason game between the Detroit Lions and Atlanta Falcons took a serious turn when a player injury led to a lengthy stoppage. On August 9, 2025, the game was halted for over eight minutes after Lions defender Morice Norris was taken off the field in an ambulance following a concerning incident.
- Detroit Lions and Falcons game ends abruptly
- Morice Norris injured, taken by ambulance
- Injury occurred in fourth quarter play
- Players from both teams showed solidarity
- Game suspended after eight minutes of inactivity
- Norris had two tackles before injury
Norris, 24, suffered a knee-to-the-head injury during the first play of the fourth quarter. Medical personnel quickly responded, and players from both teams showed solidarity by kneeling on the field. This incident highlights the ever-present risks athletes face, even in preseason games.
This unfortunate event raises questions about player safety protocols in the NFL. How can teams better protect their athletes? The incident serves as a reminder of the physical toll football can take, even in non-competitive settings.
- Morice Norris was injured with 14:50 left in the fourth quarter.
- He had recorded two solo tackles before the injury.
- Players from both teams showed unity during the incident.
- The game was officially suspended after the lengthy delay.
