Falcons RB Freeman cleared to return after missing 3 games

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Running back Devonta Freeman has been cleared to play after missing three games with a sore right knee, giving the Atlanta Falcons an important boost as they prepare to visit the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Coach Dan Quinn confirmed Wednesday that Freeman, the team’s leading rusher each of the last three years, has full clearance to practice.
Atlanta’s defense, meanwhile, will be without four starters against the Steelers. Quinn says defensive tackle Grady J