India, Aug. 9 -- Morice Norris ran into a terrible spell of luck during the Detroit Lions game against Atlanta Falcons on Friday. The defensive back had to be carried off with what appeared to be a neck injury.

He was making a tackle on Nathan Carter, the Falcons' running back, when his head appeared to snap back as it made contact with Carter's right leg.

Norris eventually had to be taken away in an ambulance, and following the delay over the injury, the game was called as well. While we await details on the extent of Norris' injury, here's what you need to know about his family.

Morice was born in Fresno, California, and his mother is Francina Pleasant. His page from his time with the Fresno State Bulldogs states Norris "enjoys sport...