The Atlanta Falcons continued to build momentum toward the start of the regular season and saw the debut of talented rookie pass rusher Takkarist McKinley during Sunday's 17-13 exhibition loss against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
McKinley, who underwent right shoulder surgery in March, entered the game in the second quarter and immediately made an impact, showing his quick speed off the right edge. On a third-down play, McKinley darted right by Steelers left tackle Alejandro Villanueva and put a hit on quarterback Joshua Dobbs as Dobbs released the ball.