Falcons' Steven Jackson won't return vs. Saints due to quad injury
Derick E. Hingle / Reuters
Atlanta Falcons running back Steven Jackson will not return to Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints after suffering a quad injury.
Jackson was initially tabbed as questionable to return, but has since been ruled out.
He finished the afternoon with 23 yards on five touches.
Rookie Devonta Freeman and veteran Jacquizz Rodgers will likely see the bulk of playing time at running back in Jackson's absence.