Munich/New Orleans – The Atlanta Falcons experienced a personal setback before the game once morest the New Orleans Saints.
Defensive coordinator Dean Pees had to be driven off the field following a player collided with him during warm-up.
Pees was transported to a local hospital for a check-up.
The Falcons’ official statement reads: “Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees was involved in a pre-game collision. He was stable, alert and responsive and was taken to University Medical Center New Orleans for a medical. Frank Bush will play for today’s game act as an interim defensive play caller.”