Falcons' Devonta Freeman: Doesn't practice Thursday
Freeman didn't practice Thursday due to an illness, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis:
Freeman's illness comes at a fortuitous time, as the malady arrives midweek rather than just before game day. Although its severity is unknown, he has one more practice this week in order to clarify his health. Meanwhile, Tevin Coleman (ankle) remained limited Thursday, so the state of the Falcons' backfield bears watching as Sunday's contest against the Panthers approaches.