Norris injury halts Lions Falcons preseason game

Lions safety Morice Norris was taken to hospital after a knee to the head, prompting the suspension of Friday night’s preseason game.

Lions Falcons preseason game halted after Norris injury

Morice Norris, the Lions safety, sustained a head injury when Falcons running back Nathan Carter’s tackle mounted a knee to Norris’s helmet area in the fourth quarter. He was placed on a backboard and transported by ambulance as medical staff treated him on the field, and the game was halted with 14:50 left to play.

Later, the Lions announced Norris was taken to a local hospital for further evaluation. Norris played two regular-season games last season, with most snaps on special teams and limited defensive action, and the incident adds to ongoing concerns about player safety in football’s contact sports.

The moment shows how quickly a preseason game can pivot to a medical concern. It highlights the importance of on-field medical readiness, rapid transport, and clear communication from teams. In the broader view, it may prompt discussions about safety protocols, equipment standards, and how leagues balance competitive drama with the welfare of players.

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As Norris receives care, the sport faces questions about safety that will outlast this game.