What happened: Marc Raimondi reported Friday that Tua Tagovailoa was not present during Atlanta's practice while dealing with an oblique issue. The quarterback had already been listed as limited earlier in the week as the Falcons worked through their Week 2 preparation.
Why it matters: Another missed session keeps his weekend availability in doubt after Tagovailoa was ruled out against the Steelers last week. Atlanta has already been managing uncertainty at quarterback, so each lost practice rep matters as the game plan firms up.
By the numbers: Tagovailoa has been part of three Falcons injury updates in the past nine days: officially limited on Sept. 10, limited again on Sept. 11 and absent from Friday's session with the oblique issue.
What to watch: Atlanta's next injury report should provide the clearest read on whether Tagovailoa can return this weekend. Practice participation for the rest of the quarterback room will be the next signal if the Falcons are preparing to play without him again.