Younghoe Koo Active for Falcons Despite Hip Injury in Week 13

Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo is set to play in the team’s Week 13 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, despite being listed as questionable due to a hip injury. Koo, who has been a reliable kicker for the Falcons, was limited in practice this week but has been declared active for Sunday’s game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

The Falcons had prepared for the possibility of Koo’s absence by signing kicker Riley Patterson to the practice squad and elevating him to the 53-man roster. However, with Koo’s status now confirmed, Patterson will not be needed for this game.

Koo’s hip injury is not considered serious, and he is unlikely to miss any time unless he reaggravates the injury before the next week’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. This continuity is crucial for the Falcons as they aim to break a two-game losing streak in their final six-game stretch of the season.

The game against the Chargers marks Koo’s return to action against his former team, where he started his NFL career. His participation is a significant boost for the Falcons, given his consistent performance and the team’s reliance on his kicking skills.