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Ra'Shede Hageman Injury: Updates on Falcons DT's Concussion and Return

Many are expecting projected starter Ra'Shede Hageman to break out in 2015, but the Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle will have to overcome an injury first.

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Hageman Out vs. Jets With Concussion

Wednesday, Aug. 19

After leaving practice Tuesday with what Falcons head coach Dan Quinn characterized as a face or neck injury, Hageman was diagnosed with a concussion Wednesday, which means he will not suit up for Atlanta's preseason clash against the New York Jets on Friday, according to ESPN.com's Vaughn McClure.

Despite the obvious concerns that go along with head injuries, Quinn is seemingly optimistic about his status moving forward, per McClure.