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Fans react to Takk McKinley playing in preseason game against Steelers

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) warms up before of an NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) warms up before of an NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Aug. 20, 2017, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
By Maghen Moore
Aug 20, 2017

Falcons first-round draft pick Takkarist McKinley made his NFL debut in the preseason game against the Steelers Sunday.

Fans were excited to watch the high energy defensive end play and shared their thoughts on Twitter.

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