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Senior defensive back Billy Bowman Jr. during the game against Alabama on Nov. 23.

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Former OU safety Billy Bowman Jr. solid performance in the Falcons’ (3-6) 31-25 loss to the Indianapolis Colts (8-2) in his return from injury. 

Bowman recorded five tackles, including one solo and four assisted in his first game since suffering a hamstring injury after playing Washington on Sept. 28. He participated in full practice on Nov. 5 and reclaimed the starting nickelback position before bringing his season statistics to 22 tackles, including 11 solo and 11 assisted. 

Next, Bowman and the Falcons face the Carolina Panthers (5-5) at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Fox.

This story was edited by Joshua McDaniel.

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