AP

The Falcons will be getting linebacker Vic Beasley back in the lineup on Thursday night against the Dolphins after Beasley missed the team’s last game because of a shoulder injury.

Another player they hope will be part of an improved pass rush this season won’t be in the lineup for the third exhibition game of the summer, however. The Falcons announced that Dwight Freeney will not play because he is dealing with a “slight back strain.”

Per the announcement from the team, coach Dan Quinn expects Freeney to be back for the final week of the preseason. Freeney played against the Browns last week in his first game action since signing with the Falcons.

Kicker Matt Bryant won’t play on Thursday because of a hamstring issue and the Falcons will also hold out safety Kemal Ishamael, who has a shoulder injury, and running back Terron Ward, who has an ailing ankle.