DE Steven Means hurt in fourth quarter on game changing play

Steven Means has unfortunately left the game against the New Orleans Saints early in the fourth quarter. He got injured following a fumble recovery in a crucial moment in the game for the Falcons.

Following a James Vaughters strip-sack of Taysom Hill, Means picked up the ball and took it back 32 yards to the New Orleans 6-yard-line before getting chased down by Tre’Quon Smith. Means suffered a knee injury on the play.

The good news is that Means walked off under his own power, so we hope that this is not a serious long-term injury.

Means’ effort was not in vain, as the Falcons scored a touchdown to extend their lead to 24-6 one play later. This play came at a point when Hill and the Saints started moving downfield and generating some momentum in the middle of a comeback attempt.

We will keep you updated on Means’ status moving forward.