FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — In a surprise turn of events, Atlanta Falcons defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. popped up on the team's injury report Friday with an Achilles injury. He was ruled out by head coach Raheem Morris for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints.

Morris said the injury occurred Friday morning during the team's walk through and that the injury was "not good" in the moment. He didn't have any more information beyond that on Bowman's status as he continues to receive medical evaluations.

Dee Alford cleared concussion protocol so he is slated to start at nickel. Mike Hughes also returns to the starting lineup after missing the last two games with a neck injury.

Bowman joins players like receiver Drake London and defensive lineman Zach Harrison in the group officially ruled

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