The Atlanta Falcons have canceled two open practices in order to prioritize player safety due to extreme heat. The decision follows a heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service warning of dangerous conditions. The team believes that practicing in such high temperatures poses potential health risks for the players. The Falcons have been conducting their training camps in Flowery Branch, Georgia, which has been experiencing temperatures in the mid-90s. While disappointed, fans understand the need to prioritize player safety and hope for cooler conditions in the future..
The Atlanta Falcons have called off two scheduled open practices due to “forecasted excessive heat,” the team announced on Twitter Wednesday evening.
Fans will no longer be able to attend practice on Saturday or Sunday, as both days will be moved indoors for safety precautions.
Out of an abundance of caution Saturday and Sunday’s AT&T Training Camp open practices are now closed to fans
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) August 23, 2023
The Falcons will close out the preseason on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET when the Pittsburgh Steelers come to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Check out the team’s updated depth chart and our latest 53-man roster projection.
Around The Falcons Wire:
The Atlanta Falcons have cancelled two open practices due to expected excessive heat. The practices will now be held indoors for safety reasons. Fans will not be allowed to attend the practices. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution. The Falcons will end the preseason with a game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. For more Falcons updates, fans can check the team’s depth chart and 53-man roster projection.
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