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Morice Norris, safety for the Detroit Lions, is in good spirits following a frightening incident during Friday night’s preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons.
Norris provided an update on social media after sustaining an injury while trying to make a tackle in the fourth quarter of the Lions’ preseason opener.
Ambulance on the field as medical personnel work on Detroit Lions safety Morice Norris (26) after an injury against the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Aug. 8, 2025. (Brett Davis/ Imagn Images)
“Amen Amen,” his Instagram Stories post read. “I’m all good man, don’t stress it. Appreciate all the check-ins and love.”
Norris, 24, was motionless on the field after his head snapped back following contact with Falcons running back Nathan Carter’s leg. Medical staff responded quickly, and he began convulsing on the ground.
He was taken off the field in an ambulance after 20 minutes and remained at Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta overnight for observation.
The injury affected coaches and players from both teams. Lions head coach Dan Campbell was emotional as he addressed reporters after the game, which was later suspended by the league with just over six minutes remaining.
Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell kneels after safety Morice Norris was injured against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL preseason football game on Friday, Aug. 8, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
“When something like that happens, it puts things in perspective,” Campbell said. “I’m just praying for Mo. I ask that everybody prays for him.”
Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold shared a positive update on Saturday, posting a screenshot of a FaceTime call with Norris, who was seen smiling in the image.
Detroit Lions cornerback Morice Norris warms up during Back Together Weekend at NFL football training camp, July 26, 2025, in Allen Park, Mich. (AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)
Arnold expressed gratitude in his Instagram caption, emphasizing the importance of life and the game they love.
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He shared the photo to X as well on Saturday with another message of gratitude.
“Y’all don’t even understand how happy I am to see my dawg smiling man. God works in mysterious ways, reminding us not to take this beautiful game for granted. As fans, you should understand the risks we take. Once again, I’m glad my brother is alive and well. #PraiseTheLord.”
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