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Week 15 Monday Night Football Falcons vs. Raiders Injury Report: Who’s in, who’s out?

Week 15 Falcons vs. Raiders injury updates & key absences

It’s Monday Night Football, Week 15, and all eyes are on the Atlanta Falcons and Las Vegas Raiders. One team is fighting for playoff relevance (hello, Falcons), while the other (hey, Raiders) is just trying to get through a season of pain and Ls.

A Raiders win over the Falcons on MNF would feed families 🙏 pic.twitter.com/jhy6djgIqj
— Anthony Rivardo (@Anthony_Rivardo) December 15, 2024

But injuries are threatening to shake things up for both sides in this prime-time showdown at Allegiant Stadium in Vegas. Let’s break down who’s limping onto the field and who’s staying in the ice bath.

Falcons vs. Raiders Injury Report

🕗 Game Time: Monday, Dec. 16, 8:30 p.m. ET

Atlanta Falcons Injuries

Jessie Bates (S): Full Participation (Shoulder)
Charlie Woerner (TE): Full Participation (Wrist)
Darnell Mooney (WR): Limited Participation (Foot/Rest)
Zach Harrison (DL): Limited Participation (Achilles)
Ruke Orhorhoro (DT): Questionable (Ankle)
Troy Andersen (ILB): Out (Knee)
Casey Washington (WR): Out (Concussion)

Key Absences:

The Falcons’ defense will miss Troy Andersen’s presence in the middle, while Casey Washington’s absence weakens their wide receiver depth. Defensive linemen Zach Harrison and Ruke Orhorhoro remain uncertainties, which could impact Atlanta’s ability to pressure the Raiders’ quarterback.

Las Vegas Raiders Injuries

Aidan O’Connell (QB): Questionable (Knee)
Maxx Crosby (DE): Out (Ankle)
Jakobi Meyers (WR): Full Participation (Ankle)
Nate Hobbs (CB): Full Participation (Ankle)
Sam Webb (CB): Doubtful (Back)
Adam Butler (DT): Questionable (Concussion)

Key Absences:

The Raiders’ defense takes a significant blow with Maxx Crosby undergoing season-ending ankle surgery, leaving a massive gap in their pass rush. Quarterback Aidan O’Connell’s questionable status adds uncertainty to the offense. If he’s unable to play, former Falcon Desmond Ridder is expected to start.

Falcons vs. Raiders Key Matchups to Watch

Falcons CB A.J. Terrell vs. Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers
Terrell’s man-to-man coverage will be tested against Meyers’ precise route running.
Falcons S Jessie Bates III vs. Raiders TE Brock Bowers
Jessie Bates, looking to rebound from a subpar performance, faces Brock Bowers, who has been the focal point of the Raiders’ passing game.
Falcons LB Kaden Elliss vs. Raiders RB Sincere McCormick
Elliss, the Falcons’ tackle leader, will aim to neutralize McCormick, who’s averaging an impressive 5.5 yards per carry.

Comprehensive Falcons vs. Raiders Week 15 Injury Update

Atlanta Falcons Week 15 Injury Report

Player	Position	Injury	Thu	Fri	Sat	Game Status
Jessie Bates	S	Shoulder	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Charlie Woerner	TE	Wrist	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Darnell Mooney	WR	Foot/not injury related — rest	LP	FP	LP	(-)
Matthew Judon	OLB	Not injury related — rest	LP	(-)	(-)	(-)
Zach Harrison	DL	Achilles	LP	LP	FP	(-)
Ruke Orhorhoro	DT	Ankle	LP	LP	FP	QUESTIONABLE
Troy Andersen	ILB	Knee	DNP	DNP	DNP	OUT
Casey Washington	WR	Concussion	DNP	DNP	DNP	OUT
Nate Landman	ILB	Not injury related — rest	(-)	LP	(-)	(-)
Chris Lindstrom	G	Not injury related — rest	(-)	LP	(-)	(-)
Jake Matthews	T	Not injury related — rest	(-)	(-)	LP	(-)
Kaleb McGary	T	Not injury related — rest	(-)	(-)	LP	(-)
Grady Jarrett	DL	Not injury related — rest	(-)	(-)	DNP	(-)
David Onyemata	DL	Not injury related — rest	(-)	(-)	DNP	(-)

Las Vegas Raiders Week 15 Injury Report

Player	Position	Injury	Thu	Fri	Sat	Game Status
Nate Hobbs	CB	Ankle	LP	LP	FP	(-)
Alexander Mattison	RB	Ankle	FP	FP	FP	(-)
Adam Butler	DT	Concussion	DNP	LP	FP	QUESTIONABLE
Maxx Crosby	DE	Ankle	DNP	DNP	DNP	OUT
Justin Shorter	TE	Back	LP	LP	FP	(-)
Jakobi Meyers	WR	Ankle	LP	LP	FP	(-)
Sam Webb	CB	Back	DNP	DNP	DNP	DOUBTFUL
Aidan O’Connell	QB	Knee	DNP	DNP	DNP	QUESTIONABLE

NFL teams categorize injured players as questionable, doubtful, or out on their final injury reports. Practice designations such as DNP (Did Not Participate), LP (Limited Participation), and FP (Full Participation) help gauge a player’s availability leading up to the game.

Where and when to watch Falcons vs. Raiders

Watch Live:

📍 Where: Allegiant Stadium, Paradise, Nevada
📺 Broadcast: ESPN (Chris Fowler, Louis Riddick, and Dan Orlovsky on the call, with Laura Rutledge patrolling the sidelines)

Image: Imagn images

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