ATLANTA. (WILX) - A pair of former Michigan State football players are both looking to earn roster spots on their teams. In the Tennessee-Atlanta preseason game on Friday night, both Kendell Brooks and Nate Carter took a step closer in that direction.
Brooks is a defensive back for the Titans and played at Michigan State in 2021 and 2022 after transferring from North Greenville. In the first quarter, Brooks picked off Easton Stick’s pass and returned it 53 yards for a touchdown. On top of the pick-six, he added a tackle before being taken out.
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kendell Brooks (33) celebrates as he returns an interception...
Tennessee Titans defensive back Kendell Brooks (33) celebrates as he returns an interception for a touchdown during the first half of a preseason NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)(Mike Stewart | AP)
Carter was a running back at MSU in 2023 and 2024. After he went undrafted following his senior season, he elected to sign a deal with the Falcons. Carter highlighted his night with a 43-yard touchdown run in the third quarter and finished the game with nine carries for 63 rushing yards.
Atlanta Falcons running back Nathan Carter (38) runs the ball for a touchdown during the...
Atlanta Falcons running back Nathan Carter (38) runs the ball for a touchdown during the second half of a preseason NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)(Mike Stewart | AP)
It was a big night for both former Michigan State players as the Titans beat the Falcons 23-20.
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