The Atlanta Falcons welcomed players from Apalachee High School to their training complex after a tragic shooting that claimed the lives of two students and two teachers. Falcons assistant coach Jerry Gray expressed empathy for the high school athletes, acknowledging their challenging circumstances as they return to school.
Among the victims was a teacher who coached the Apalachee football team. Following the incident, Falcons players and coaches showed support by wearing Apalachee T-shirts during warmups before their game against the Pittsburgh Steelers.