The Atlanta Falcons have placed two of their regular defensive players -- defensive lineman Zach Harrison and rookie nickel cornerback Billy Bowman Jr . -- on injured reserve, the team announced Saturday.

Both will miss at least four games.

Bowman, a rookie fourth-round pick, suffered an Achilles injury Friday during a walkthrough at practice, head coach Raheem Morris said. Bowman was in a boot and using crutches later that afternoon in the locker room.

Harrison has been dealing with a knee injury for several weeks. He missed Weeks 8 and 9 with the injury before returning in Week 10. But Harrison was out again last week and will know be gone for even longer.

Harrison, a third-year player, is having a breakout season. He has 4.5 sacks, tied for the team lead with fellow defensive

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