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Atlanta Falcons news
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What Denver?셲 Von Miller had to say about the Falcons
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Falcons??shuffling the deck at linebacker
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Coleman plight: the sickle cell trait at high atltitude
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Falcons DC Smith, ex-Denver coach, provides scouting report
Meet new Falcons linebacker A.J. Hawk
Falcons linebacker A.J. Hawk, who signed a one-year contract on Wednesday, had his first practice with the team on Thursday.
Falcons say they?셶e got handle on new Broncos QB Siemian
The Falcons don?셳??have much video to review of Broncos quarterback Trevor Siemian, a first-year starter, but coach Dan Quinn said he believes they?셶e seen enough of him to know what to expect.
Falcons punter Bosher (hamstring) sits out practice
Falcons punter Matt Bosher is not practicing today because of a right hamstring injury.Coach Dan Quinn did not mention Bosher?셲 injury during his media session earlier today.
Falcons: Stadium still on schedule for 2017 football season
While introducing some wiggle room into Mercedes-Benz Stadium?셲 planned opening date, the Falcons organization reiterated Wednesday that the new downtown facility will be ready for the start of next football season.
The Falcons look great! (Didn?셳 we say that last year?)
The Falcons are playing as well as a team with the league?셲 third-worst defense can play. They?셱e moving the ball and even scoring touchdowns as if ??to quote the former Pirates announcer Bob Prince ??tomorrow?셲 lunch was around the corner.
Deion Jones out of practice with ankle injury
Falcons starting middle linebacker Deion Jones, who suffered an ankle injury against the Panthers, did not practice on Wednesday.
Julio Jones named NFC offensive player of the week
Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones, who caught 12 passes for a franchise-record 300 yards in a 48-33 victory over Carolina on Sunday, was named the NFC?셲 offensive player of the week on Wednesday.
After massive rebuild, Braves still need starting pitching
It’s much easier to tear down a team than it is to build it up. That is certainly true in baseball.
A.J. Hawk signed, Schofield released and Weatherspoon to IR
With Sean Weatherspoon out for the season and Paul Worrilow (groin), De?셑ondre Campbell (ankle) and Deion Jones (calf) all injured, the Falcons signed veteran linebacker A.
Super Bowl champs up next for Falcons
Road trip!The Falcons are set to start their fall road trip, which will last over a week and include stops in Denver and Seattle.
LEADOFF: Today?셲 early buzz in Atlanta sports
The numbers are in ??on how a wild weekend of big games fared in the Atlanta TV ratings.The top draw, by far, was the Falcons??rousing victory over the Panthers.
Weatherspoon a big loss on defense
The Falcons??revamped defense suffered a setback on Monday.Veteran linebacker Sean Weatherspoon, who had been filling in for injured rookie De?셑ondre Campbell at weakside linebacker, suffered a season-ending ruptured Achilles tendon in Sunday?셲 48-33 win over Carolina.
Falcons plan for Coleman to play in Denver
Falcons running back Tevin Coleman, who has the sickle cell trait, is set to play at the high altitude in Denver.
A look at Ryan, Manning and Brady at first 130 starts
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan hit another milestone when he started his 130th regular season NFL game against the Panthers on a raucous Sunday.
Weatherspoon out with ruptured right achilles
Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon suffered a ruptured achilles and is likely out for the remainder of the season, according to his agent Ryan Williams.
Alford battled; Collins to return
Falcons cornerback Robert Alford returned an interception 30-yards for a touchdown and ended the game with another interception against the Panthers on Sunday.
What the Falcons had to say after the 48-33 win over the Panthers
Here?셲 what the Falcons were talking about after the 48-33 win over the Panthers:JAKE MATTHEWS, left tackleAre the Falcons the team to beat in the NFC South:?쏰n yeah, no doubt.
Carolina secondary has no answers for Jones
Sunday afternoon was like a waking nightmare for the Panthers??secondary, whose battered members may in their sleep find visions of Julio Jones in their heads.
Newton enters concussion protocol after hit by Jones
The Panthers??return to Charlotte Sunday was somber as the defending NFC champions sport a 1-3 record, and it was made worse as defending NFL MVP Cam Newton entered the concussion protocol.
What Matt Ryan had to say after the 48-33 win over the Panthers
Here?셲 what Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, who passed for 503 yards and four touchdowns, had to say after the 48-33 win over the Panthers on Sunday:On what was working between him and Julio Jones:?쏻ell we had good matchups and Kyle (Shanahan)did a great job of dialing up plays all day, he stayed aggressive.
What Dan Quinn had to say after the 48-33 win over the Panthers
Here?셲 what Falcons coach Dan Quinn had to say after the 48-33 victory over the Panthers on Sunday:Opening Statement:?쏻hat a very good example of a team win.
Falcons rookie Hooper scores first TD
The Falcons ran the same play and got an even better result from rookie tight end Austin Hooper on Sunday.
What Julio Jones had to say after the 48-33 victory over the Panthers
Here?셲 what Falcons All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones had to say after catching 12 passes for 300 yards and a touchdown in the 48-33 victory over Carolina on Sunday:On the success in the passing game today:?쏧t feels great.
5 things we learned from the Falcons??48-33 win over the Panthers
All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones and quarterback Matt Ryan put on a passing clinic to carry the Falcons to a 48-33 victory against the Carolina Panthers before 70,508 fans on Sunday at the Georgia Dome.
Campbell was told he?셝 miss 4 to 6 weeks
Falcons linebacker De?셑ondre Campbell, who suffered an ankle injury in during the closed portion of practice on Sept.
Old pro Freeney shows new trick with Falcons
Panthers left tackle Mike Remmers was expecting Falcons defensive end Dwight Freeney?셲 famous spin move and that?셲 what he saw?봴ntil he didn?셳.
Falcons rookie Neal holds own vs. Greg Olsen
The Falcons decided rookie safety Keanu Neal would have the main responsibility in pass coverage against Greg Olsen, Carolina?셲 superlative tight end.
Inactives: Panthers at Falcons
Falcons starters Matt Ryan, Julio Jones , Mohamed Sanu, Tevin Coleman and Devonta Freeman all appeared on the injury report over the week, but all will play against the Panthers today at the Georgia Dome.
Panthers hope to get Benjamin open
Carolina quarterback Cam Newton didn?셳 want to reveal how the Minnesota Vikings took away his top target, wide receiver Kelvin Benjamin last week.
3 key matchups: Panthers at Falcons
Panthers MLB Luke Kuechly vs. Falcons QB Matt Ryan: Kuechly, a three-time All-Pro, is off to another strong start.
Julio Jones is the X-factor for the Falcons
The Falcons will be more determined to get All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones involved against the Panthers??staunch defense.
Falcons??interior linemen are on the hot seat
Left guard Andy Levitre, center Alex Mack and right guard Chris Chester will be on the hot seat this week.
Are Falcons ready for NFC South takeover?
The Falcons hope to throw a NFC South takeover party in the Georgia Dome on Sunday.It?셲 early, but a victory over Carolina, the three-time defending division champion, would legitimize the Falcons??fast start before they hit to road to Denver and Seattle.
Freeman returned to practice; Campbell, Worrilow out for Panthers
Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (illness) returned to practice on Friday after missing the previous day?셲 workLinebacker?셲 De?셑ondre Campbell (ankle) and Paul Worrilow (groin) will not play against the Panthers at 1 p.
Freeman held out of practice, Coleman limited
Falcons running back Devonta Freeman, who sounded like he had a cold on Wednesday during open locker room, was held out of Thursday?셲 practice with an ?쐇llness,??according to the team?셲 official injury report.
Julio Jones: ?쁈?셫 not injured??
Falcons All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones didn?셳 suffer any setback to his calf injury in the game against the Saints.
Matt Ryan on Brett Favre?셲 comments
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan was not too concerned about Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre?셲 comments that he needs to win in the playoffs.
Falcons??pass rush need more than just Freeney
The Falcons can stunt their linemen and linebackers in an attempt to generate a pass rush. They can blitz their defensive backs.
Falcons injury report: Sanu returns
Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu will return to practice on a limited bases Thursday after missing the previous day, coach Dan Quinn said.
Big football games, sentimental baseball games will fill the weekend
Everybody is playing at home — Braves, Falcons, Georgia, Georgia Tech — in what promises to be an unusually compelling weekend on the local sports scene.
Jones??had lowest output in 54 games
Fantasy football owners were in an uproar after Falcons All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones had just one catch for 16 yards in the 45-32 victory over the Saints on Monday.
Jones named NFL?셲 defensive rookie of the month
Falcons starting middle linebacker Deion Jones was named the league?셲 defensive rookie of the month on Thursday.
Ryan named NFC player of the month
Quarterback Matt Ryan, who has the Falcons off to a surprising 2-1 start, was named the NFC?셲 offensive player of the month on Thursday.
Coleman making time-share work
After opening last season as the Falcons’ starting running back, Tevin Coleman’s rookie season quickly went off the rails.
What Ron Rivera had to say about the Falcons
Carolina coach Ron Rivera spoke to the Atlanta media on Wednesday during a conference call.Here?셲 what he had to say:Q: What happened against Minnesota?
Injury report: Ryan practices, Coleman limited
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, who injured his left thumb against the Saints, was listed on the team’s official injury report, but he fully participated in practice on Wednesday.
What Cam Newton had to say about the Falcons
Panthers quarterback Cam Newton spoke to the Atlanta media on Wednesday during a conference call.Here?셲 what he had to say:Q: What is the big point of emphasis as you all prepare for the Falcons?
Keanu Neal passes first NFL test
Falcons rookie safety Keanu Neal played 53 of 81 of the defensive snaps (64 percent) in his NFL debut against the Saints on Monday.
Runner or passer? Cam Newton blurs line, NFL rules
The NFL long has protected its quarterbacks, even when the league showed little interest in the health of players at other positions.
Falcons??young defense is a work in progress
It?셲 Carolina week, which has been made even more interesting by how the three-time defending NFC South champion Panthers have stumbled out of the starting blocks.
Campbell to start running on ankle
Falcons linebacker De?셑ondre Campbell is set to running on his left ankle injury.He is getting closer to returning to practice, but may not be ready to play against the Carolina Panthers at 1 p.
Sanu to be limited in practice with shoulder injury
Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu, who left game against the Saints with a shoulder injury, will start the week limited in practice.
Matt Ryan on thumb injury: ?쁈?셫 good to go??
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, who leads the league with a passer rating of 119, will not miss any practice time with his injured left thumb.
Video: Matt Ryan on the win and the unity circle
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan was elated with the win over the Saints and he discusses the show of Unity Brice the game with the Saints. Video by D. Orlando Ledbetter
Video: Devonta Freeman on his big game vs. the Saints
Falcons running back Devonta Freeman discusses his big game against the Saints. Video by D. Orlando Ledbetter
Video: Dan Quinn: 'A really good team win'
Falcons coach Dan Quinn discusses the 45-32 victory over the New Orleans Saints. Video by D. Orlando Ledbetter
Video: Tevin Coleman: 'We are a great dynamic duo'
Falcons running back Tevin Coleman discusses his big game against the Saints. Video by D. Orlando Ledbetter
Ryan injured left thumb; Sanu hurt his shoulder
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan banged his left thumb late against the Saints and finished the game playing with a glove.
What the Falcons had to say after their 45-32 win over the Saints
Here’s what the Falcons had to say after their 45-32 victory over the Saints on Monday night: MOHAMED SANU, wide receiver “It was a great team win and it all starts up front with the blocking.
What Matt Ryan had to say after the 45-32 win over the Saints
Here’s what Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan had to say after the 45-32 win over the New Orleans Saints on Monday night: Opening statement: “I thought our running backs were awesome tonight.
What Dan Quinn had to say after the 45-32 win over the Saints
The Falcons had not won a road game on Monday Night Football since Sept. 10, 1976 when they beat the Philadelphia Eagles.
Neal makes strong debut for Falcons
Falcons rookie safety Keanu Neal made his NFL debut in the 45-32 victory over the New Orleans Saints on Monday.
Falcons create a new memory for themselves in New Orleans
The homecoming didn?셳 belong to the New Orleans Saints this time. The Falcons provided no moment that would be commemorated in bronze, no joy to a division rival that has owned them for the better part of a decade, no fodder for more lampooning by a Monday night television audience.
Falcons, Saints protest with unity circle
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and Saints quarterback Drew Brees brokered a deal to bring both teams together for a display of unity before the nationally televised Monday Night Football game.
5 things we learned from Falcons??45-32 victory against Saints
The Falcons were rude guests for the 10th anniversary party for the re-opening of the Superdome after Hurricane Katrina.
Photos: Photos: Falcons @ Saints
The Atlanta Falcons meet the New Orleans Saints in a Week 3 matchup of NFC South rivals Monday, Sept. 26, 2016, at the Superdome in New Orleans.
Falcons, Saints join national protests after anthem
After the national anthem was played, the Falcons and the New Orleans Saints held hands in a circle in a powerful display of unity before the nationally televised game.
Falcons at Saints: The inactives
The Saints (0-2) will be without safety Kenny Vaccaro, who has an ankle injury, when they play the Falcons (1-1) tonight at the Superdome.
Debate or football: What will you be watching, Atlanta?
It's decision time, Atlanta. The first of three presidential debates between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump will air Monday night from Hofstra University in New York.
Falcons can?셳 create more happy memories for Saints
Ten years ago, the Falcons traveled to New Orleans for the third game of the season, having been summoned by the NFL to play the role of homecoming patsy.
Missed tackles, penalties thwart defense?셲 effort
The Falcons have a three-point defensive plan to stop giving up long touchdown drives. If it doesn?셳 work, the team has a major problem.
Deion Jones is on the hot seat
Falcons rookie middle linebacker Deion Jones has the green dot on the back of his helmet, which signals that he has the communication unit.
Neal could be the X-factor
Rookie strong safety Keanu Neal was drafted to add a physical presence to the defense and help cover running backs and tight ends.
Snead, Cooks are dangerous receivers
Saints quarterback Drew Brees like to throw deep.Wide receivers Willie Snead IV and Brandin Cooks both average over 16 yards per reception and the Saints are working rookie Mike Thomas into the action.
3 key matchups: Falcons at Saints
Falcons CB Desmond Trufant vs. Saints WR Brandin Cooks: Trufant has one interception and two pass breakups.
Julio Jones: ?쁚es, I will play Monday night??
Falcons All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones returned to practice from his calf injury and pronounced himself ready to play against the Saints on Monday Night after Saturday’s practice.
Neal to make NFL debut against Saints
Falcons rookie safety Keanu Neal, who’s recovering from knee surgery, is set to make his NFL debut against the Saints on Monday Night Football.
Shanahan?셲 pleased with no-huddle results
Falcons offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan, despite rolling up 528 yards of offense and scoring on six of seven possessions against Oakland, still plans to use the no-huddle offense on a case-by-case basis.
What Matt Ryan had to say about the Saints
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan, who leads the league with a 121.6 passer rating, addressed the media on Thursday.
The rebirth of Weatherspoon
It was nearly 33 months to the date that Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon started his last NFL football game.
Julio Jones held out of pactice as calf injury lingers
Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones, who has a calf injury, did not practice on Friday.Falcons coach Dan Quinn was hoping that Jones would practice in a limited fashion, but still expects him to play on Monday.
What Sean Payton had to say about the Falcons
New Orleans coach Sean Payton spoke with the Atlanta media during a conference call on Thursday. Here’s what he had to say: Q: What will be the Saints focus for the big rivalry game on Monday Night Football?
What Drew Brees had to say about the Falcons
New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees talked to the Atlanta media on a conference call on Thursday.
Miffed Schofield ready to dominate
O’Brien Schofield is back with the Falcons and he’s really not too happy about it. He was at home stewing at all 32 teams in the league because no one gave him an decent offer after a solid season with the Falcons in 2015.
Neal back at Falcons practice after knee surgery
The Falcons defense could get a boost from the return of rookie strong safety Keanu Neal, the team’s first-round draft pick.
Julio Jones held out of practice with calf injury
Falcons All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones, who had a player fall on the back of his calf with 5:02 to play in the Oakland game, did not practice on Thursday.
Falcons sign Schofield, waive Ward
With two key injuries to linebackers, the Falcons signed linebacker O’Brien Schofield on Thursday.
Shanahan using Freeman, Coleman in near 50-50 split
It?셲 a small sample size, but the Falcons have used running backs Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman in nearly a 50-50 split over the first two games.
Worrilow out 3 to 4 weeks with groin injury
Falcons linebacker Paul Worrilow suffered a groin injury and will miss up to three to four weeks, according to his agent Atlanta-based agent Hadley Engelhard.
Falcons??Matt Ryan sizzles while spreading ball around
A fast start is nothing new for Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan.
Falcons juggle their practice squad
After terminating the practice squad contracts of two players, the Falcons held tryouts for five players on Tuesday.
Vote for Matt Ryan to help the USO
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is a finalist for this week?셲 FedEx Air player of the week award for his play against Oakland.
Report: Falcons re-sign Schofield to one-year deal
Former Falcons linebacker O?섳rien Schofield has reached an agreement on a one-year deal, according to Andy Caplan of ESPN.
Ryan leads league in passer rating, explosive plays
The Falcons ran some no-huddle against the Raiders and the old Matt Ryan ??Matty Ice ??showed up with three straight red-zone scoring drive late to win the game against Oakland.
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