Colts secondary challenges Falcons receiver Drake London in joint practice
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026

During joint practices in Westfield on August 20, the matchup between Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner and Falcons receiver Drake London highlighted the session. London displayed skill with several catches, including two touchdowns in red zone drills, while Gardner excelled in one-on-one scenarios, breaking up passes and making key stops. Both teams concluded practice with a two-minute drill where the Indianapolis defense shut out Atlanta's offense. The Colts have shown strong defensive performance overall, with Gardner and the secondary putting pressure on the Falcons' passing game.
- •Sauce Gardner and Drake London featured prominently in one-on-one drills.
- •London caught two touchdowns during red zone work.
- •Colts defense remained strong in two-minute drills against Atlanta.
- •Indianapolis successfully shut out both Atlanta offenses during practice.
- •Quarterback situation for Falcons remains uncertain with Michael Penix Jr. sidelined.
- 10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Colts Sauce Gardner vs Falcons Drake London turns into must-see battle
"London, the third-highest paid receiver in the NFL, made a few plays, but Gardner and the rest of the Colts secondary acquitted themselves well
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