Atlanta’s starting running back is likely out for Sunday’s key NFC tilt against the Giants, but they may get an explosive reserve back in the lineup.
Jerious Norwood participated in practice for the second straight day Friday, and is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game. He seems likely to play, but as a reserve behind Jason Snelling.
Michael Turner is listed as doubtful for the game after missing practice all week.
The matchup in the Meadowlands features two 5-4 teams that are both slumping and not playing like playoff teams. The Giants have lost four straight and the Falcons have lose three of four.
While the Giants are as healthy as they have been all year, Atlanta’s defense is still leaky and the expected loss of their leading rusher makes them underdogs.
