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Productive showing in Week 3 loss Mooney secured four of 11 targets for 44 yards in the Falcons' 30-0 loss to the Panthers on Sunday.

Impact While it wasn't a very efficient performance, Mooney did draw a team-high number of targets and finished tied for second in receptions while also slotting in as the runner-up in receiving yards. Mooney has multiple receptions in each of his first two games after missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, and he'll next face off with the Commanders in a Week 4 home matchup.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Practices in full Mooney (shoulder) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Mooney was limited in practice Wednesday after having made his season debut Week 2 versus the Vikings, in which he handled 86 percent of offensive snaps and secured two of four targets for 20 yards. To see Mooney now practicing in full offers confirmation that he'll be available Sunday on the road against Carolina. Mooney will look to get more involved versus the Panthers, though he may have difficulty delivering fantasy value in what's been a run-first Atlanta offense through the first two games of the season.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited by shoulder issue Mooney (shoulder) practiced on a limited basis Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact In the wake of his season debut in this past Sunday's win at Minnesota, Mooney continues to deal with the shoulder issue that sidelined him Week 1 against the Buccaneers. He still handled an 86 percent snap share Week 2 en route to two catches (on four targets) for 20 yards. Mooney's activity level Thursday and Friday ultimately will forecast whether or not he enters the weekend with a designation for Sunday's game in Carolina.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' rookies shine in dominant defensive win over Vikings

The Atlanta Falcons have improved their defense from last season's struggles against the Minnesota Vikings

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Modest production in season debut Mooney caught two of four targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 22-6 win over the Vikings.

Impact After missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, Mooney didn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday Night Football. He played 57 of 66 offensive snaps during his season debut, which led Atlanta's WRs - Drake London finished with 56. Despite being on the field often, Mooney failed to haul in either of his targets in the first half, and both of his receptions came within three plays during the Falcons' first drive of the second half. The run game was the clear emphasis for Atlanta during Sunday's defensive-dominated game, as Falcons QB Michael Penix attempted only 21 passes. Mooney is the clear No. 2 wideout behind London and will look to get more involved against the Panthers in Week 3. However, it'll be difficult for any pass catchers to deliver consistent production if the Falcons are pushing 40 rushing attempts consistently.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Modest production in season debut Mooney caught two of four targets for 20 yards during Sunday's 22-6 win over the Vikings.

Impact After missing Week 1 due to a shoulder injury, Mooney didn't have an injury designation heading into Sunday Night Football. He played 57 of 66 offensive snaps during his season debut, which led Atlanta's WRs - Drake London finished with 56. Despite being on the field often, Mooney failed to haul in either of his targets in the first half, and both of his receptions came within three plays during the Falcons' first drive of the second half. The run game was the clear emphasis for Atlanta during Sunday's defensive-dominated game, as Falcons QB Michael Penix attempted only 21 passes after throwing 41 times in Week 1. Mooney is the clear No. 2 wideout behind London and will look to get more involved against the Panthers in Week 3. However, it'll be difficult for any pass catchers to deliver consistent production if the Falcons are pushing 40 rushing attempts consistently.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The Falcons just gave Michael Penix Jr a huge boost ahead of his toughest test yet The Atlanta Falcons will have both Drake London and Darnell Mooney on Sunday Night Football against the Vikings, which is fantastic news for...

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Drake London, Darnell Mooney To Play On SNF Vs. Minnesota Vikings The Atlanta Falcons announced Drake London and Darnell Mooney will suit up versus the Minnesota Vikings on SNF.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Deadspin | Falcons WRs Drake London, Darnell Mooney cleared to face Vikings Deadspin | Falcons WRs Drake London, Darnell Mooney cleared to face Vikings

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Fantasy Football: 5 last-minute waiver-wire targets before Week 2 Running back Quinshon Judkins and wide receiver Darnell Mooney stand out as top last-minute waiver wire adds in fantasy football ahead of We...

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • PFF.COM

Falcons get major injury updates on Drake London, Darnell Mooney before Vikings game | Sporting News The Atlanta Falcons revealed some great news on two of their key wide receivers ahead of the Week 2 game against the Minnesota Vikings. Here...

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Drake London, Darnell Mooney injury update: Falcons WRs to play vs. Vikings The Falcons' wide receiver corps will be close to full strength for their first primetime game of the season Sunday night in Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Falcons' WRs Drake London, Darnell Mooney get major injury updates before Sunday Night Football vs. Vikings | Sporting News Atlanta needed this before taking on Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cleared for Week 2 return Mooney (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at Minnesota, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Neither does Drake London, who hurt his shoulder during the season opener that Mooney missed. Mooney returns for an intersting matchup, facing a Vikings defense that gave up the most PPR points to wide receivers in 2024 (and seventh most in 2023) despite generally playing well under highly regarded coordinator Brian Flores. Falcons offensive coordinator Zac Robinson often had London and Mooney topping 90 percent snap shares last season, but there is some chance of a limited workload after Mooney's lengthy absence (he was injured seven weeks ago on the first day of training camp).

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stays limited at practice Mooney (shoulder) was limited in practice Thursday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Mooney now has strung together three straight capped sessions going back to Week 1 prep as he closes in on his recovery from the shoulder issue that has bothered him since late July. Both he and No. 1 WR Drake London (shoulder) have been limited so far this week, so Friday's practice will be key for them to avoid designations in advance of Sunday's game in Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Robinson, Falcons are looking to generate more offensive balance behind Penix against Vikings

The Atlanta Falcons are hoping to generate better support for quarterback Michael Penix Jr. in Sunday night’s game at Minnesota after breakdowns in their running game and kicking g...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains limited in practice Mooney (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.

Impact Mooney is kicking off Week 2 prep where he left off last week, with a cap on his reps. He wasn't able to suit up this past Sunday against the Buccaneers due to the shoulder injury that has plagued him since the early days of training camp. Coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that the Falcons will "get a look and see toward the end of the week what he's got going on." Friday's practice report thus will be key for his odds to suit up Sunday in Minnesota.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Raheem Morris shares positive news on Drake London, Darnell Mooney injuries Both of the Falcons' starting wide receivers are dealing with shoulder injuries.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM

Falcons receive promising injury news for Drake London, Darnell Mooney, DeMarcco Hellams | Sporting News The Falcons are trying their best to get back healthy. After Drake London exited and Darnell Mooney and Demarcco Hellams didn't play, they r...

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Practicing Wednesday Falcons coach Raheem Morris said Wednesday that Mooney (shoulder) is slated to practice Wednesday, Marc Raimondi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Mooney sat out Week 1 after logging a trio of limited practices leading up to Atlanta's narrow 23-20 season-opening loss to the Buccaneers. He seems likely to be limited again Wednesday, with his Week 2 status potentially resting on an ability to upgrade to 'full' practice reps Thursday or Friday. With Drake London (shoulder) having been forced out early Week 1 and now up-in-the-air for Sunday night's road game against the Vikings, Mooney's status will be increasingly pivotal to Michael Penix and Atlanta's aerial attack.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Falcons' inability to run in opening loss to Bucs put too heavy a burden on young quarterback Penix

The Atlanta Falcons may have a bigger reason for concern than their placekicker following their season-opening 23-20 loss to Tampa Bay

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Buccaneers ride 2 TD catches by rookie Egbuka to dramatic 23-20 win over Penix, Falcons

Rookie Emeka Egbuka caught two touchdown passes, including a go-ahead 25-yarder with 59 seconds remaining, and Tampa Bay recovered after losing the lead on a marathon drive by Atla...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Falcons fans won't like whose inactive for Week 1 showdown with Buccaneers The Atlanta Falcons will be without wide receiver Darnell Mooney in their Week 1 clash against the Buccaneers, putting added pressure on Mic...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • BLOGGINGDIRTY.COM

Inactive: Bucs at Falcons - Darnell Mooney is inactive Falcons’ wide receiver Darnell Mooney, who’s recovering from a shoulder surgery, was declared inactive for the game against the Bucs today.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • AJC.COM

Sitting out season opener Mooney is inactive for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Josh Kendall of The Athletic reports.

Impact After Mooney turned in a trio of limited practices this week, head coach Raheem Morris gauged the wideout as a game-time decision leading up to Sunday's contest. Ultimately, the Falcons decided it was for the best to hold Mooney out for the season opener, after he injured his shoulder during the first practice of training camp and proceeded to miss the team's entire preseason slate. With Mooney sidelined, the Falcons will likely turn to KhaDarel Hodge and Casey Washington to handle more snaps alongside No. 1 wideout Drake London and slot man Ray-Ray McCloud.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Buccaneers ride 2 TD catches by rookie Egbuka to dramatic 23-20 win over Penix, Falcons