Freeney (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Buccaneers, Kelsey Conway of AtlantaFalcons.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Freeney wasn't able to practice earlier in the week due to what was believed to be a veteran's day of recuperation, but the quad injury will ultimately keep him sidelined Week 9. Brooks Reed and Tyson Jackson figure to see a majority of the reps at defensive end for the Falcons.