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October 4, 2014
Miami Dolphins 20, Atlanta Falcons 17
Jay Cutler threw a pair of touchdown passes, Cody Parkey kicked a pair of field goals and the Miami Dolphins rallied to stun the Falcons 20-17 on Sunday.
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Atlanta Falcons fantasy football stats mediocre against Buffalo Bills in Week 4
Once again, the Bills held their opponents in check
Week 5 Fantasy Football Projections: Top 100 Players and PPR Predictions
After a rash of injuries and the start of byes, Week 5 could be a tough one for fantasy owners. The New Orleans Saints, Atlanta Falcons, Denver Broncos and Washington Redskins ...
Atlanta Falcons talk: Is anyone worried about Matt Ryan?
We're not, but he's mired in an unfortunate stretch.
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Julio Jones Suffers Hip Injury During Bills vs. Falcons
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones suffered a hip flexor injury Sunday against the Buffalo Bills , William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reported...
Mohamed Sanu Ruled Out vs. Bills After Suffering Hamstring Injury
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu suffered a hamstring injury on Sunday afternoon and was ruled out against the Buffalo Bills , according to Falcons beat reporter William McFadden ...
Julio Jones and Mohamed Sanu out for Falcons
The Falcons were able to sneak in a touchdown just before halftime to take a 10-7 lead over the Bills. But now they're going to have to finish without a pair of wide receivers, and find themselves in a hole. The Falcons have ruled both Julio Jones (hip flexor) and Mohamed Sanu (hamstring) out for [ more
5 most important Falcons players to watch vs. Bills
This week the Atlanta Falcons are hosting the Buffalo Bills in their second game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. At 3-0, Atlanta is a hot ticket item and they're selling standing-room only seats fo...
Matt Stafford on Falcons defense: 'At every level they've got playmakers'
If you were hoping for some Aaron Rodgers-like bulletin board material this week from the Detroit Lions, you're going to be disappointed. Heading into their Week 3 matchup with the Atlanta Fa...
Goro's Quick Hits for Raiders week 2 win over Jets
In 2016 after 2 weeks, the team was 1-1 with a heart-stopping fantastic finish over New Orleans and the back-and-forth battle with eventual Superbowl Runner-ups Atlanta Falcons. It was a mixed...
What do they get wrong about the Atlanta Falcons?
Plenty of things, but this one in particular.
Chicago Bears Sackwatch 2017: Week 1 vs Atlanta Falcons
This is probably my favorite, and my least favorite, weekly feature that I do here at Windy City Gridiron. I love it, because it's fun to take a magnifying glass to the pass protection, in...
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Mistakes doom Patriots defense in 42-27 loss to Chiefs
Seven months after shutting down the Atlanta Falcons late in a dramatic Super Bowl comeback win, the New England Patriots defense couldn't find the brakes Thursday night, giving up 28 second-half points in a stunning 42-27 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. It was the most points allowed by New England
Falcons release Ra'Shede Hageman days after putting him on exempt list
Hageman, who is being investigated by the NFL for alleged domestic violence, is out in Atlanta
Atlanta Falcons could get off to 5-0 start before Super Bowl rematch
The schedule points to a fast start for the Falcons as they try to get over their Super Bowl collapse.
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Cardinals vs. Falcons: Five players out for preseason home opener
Five players won't play in Atlanta's preseason home opener, including RB Devonta Freeman and CB Blidi Wreh-Wilson
Falcons vs. Steelers highlights | Preseason Week 2
The Atlanta Falcons take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Preseason Week 2.
Rookie Conner stars in Steelers' 17-13 win over Falcons (Aug 20, 2017) | FOX Sports
PITTSBURGH (AP) Rookie running back James Conner set up Pittsburgh's winning fourth-quarter touchdown pass in the Steelers' 17-13 exhibition victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
Falcons Vs. Steelers Live Stream: Watch NFL Preseason Week 2 Online
As far as preseason games go, it doesn't get much better than Sunday's matchup at Heinz Field. The Atlanta Falcons take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 of the NFL preseason in a ga...
Devonta Freeman Diagnosed with Concussion, Will Not Play vs. Steelers
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Monday that running back Devonta Freeman will be held out of action this week after being placed in the concussion protocol, per Vaughn McClure of ESPN...
Dolphins sign LB Junior Sylvestre
On Saturday, the Miami Dolphins announced that they have signed linebacker Junior Sylvestre. In their preseason game against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night, the Dolphins lost starting middle...
Raekwon McMillan's Knee Injury Reportedly a Torn ACL, out for Season
Miami Dolphins rookie linebacker Raekwon McMillan is expected to miss the entire 2017 NFL season after suffering a torn ACL in Thursday night's preseason victory over the Atlanta Falcons ...
NFL preseason: Miami Dolphins 23, Atlanta Falcons 20
Devonta Freeman scored on a 15-yard reception from Matt Ryan as the Atlanta Falcons lost to the Miami Dolphins 23-20 in preseason action.
Freeman scores but Falcons blew lead at Miami, 23-20
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) -- Now the NFL's highest-paid running back, Devonta Freeman looked the part in a brief appearance Thursday night, scoring on a 15-yard reception from Matt Ryan as the Atlanta Falcons lost to the Miami Dolphins 23-20.
Falcons vs. Dolphins: 3 position battles to watch Preseason Week 1
The Atlanta Falcons kick off their preseason schedule tomorrow night on the road against the Miami Dolphins. Usually, we'd provide a list of matchups to watch in preparation for the game, but...
Falcons to hold out Julio Jones in preseason opener | FOX Sports
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The Atlanta Falcons are holding out wide receiver Julio Jones in their preseason opener at Miami on Thursday night.
Falcons GM: Julio Jones 'healed up very, very well'
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones missed the team's offseason program after undergoing foot surgery in March. GM Thomas Dimitroff says the WR has 'healed up very, very well'.
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PFT preseason power rankings No. 2: Atlanta Falcons
The thing people will remember about the 2016 Falcons is that they blew a 28-3 lead in the Super Bowl. That's reality, but also a shame, because there was so much positive about their season and what it portends for the future. The Falcons have traditionally had skill-position talent, but they pushed it to another...
J.J. Watt's health, contract concerns highlight 10 Texans questions
In the aftermath of a 34-16 AFC divisional-round loss in January to the eventual Super Bowl champions, the setback has created even more determination for the defending AFC South champions. Popular with teammates for his low-key personality in the locker room and hard-nosed approach to football, Savage is a strong-armed, classic pocket passer. All indications are that he's made a sound recove...
Falcons secondary ranked No. 5 in the NFL by PFF
Pro Football Focus made a wise decision in their recent secondary rankings for all 32 NFL teams, putting the young, talented Atlanta Falcons secondary among the league's top five. It shouldn&...
Falcons TE Austin Hooper ranked No. 2 in DVOA at his position
You already know the Falcons have the NFL's top offense, led by an MVP quarterback and bolstered by insane talent at wide receiver and running back. Did you also know Atlanta has a rising sta...
Jeff Fisher Tells Rams Staff He's Been Fired in 'All or Nothing' Video
Jeff Fisher 's tenure as head coach of the Los Angeles Rams came to an unceremonious end when he was fired after a 42-14 loss against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 14 last season...
NFL stars Ryan, Brown visit William & Mary for All-Pro camp
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and Steelers receiver Antonio Brown gave a number of youngsters football and life advice at Nike's 24th annual Colonial All-Pro Camp.
Matt Ryan laments Super Bowl loss in new high-profile Gatorade ad
The Falcons quarterback says he wants to move on from the Super Bowl loss, but this new commercial suggests otherwise.
Players' big paydays not primary concern of Falcons owner Arthur Blank
He understands that MVP Matt Ryan soon may be up for an even loftier salary, but Arthur Blank takes a long view for all players, not just top earners.
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Falcons dominate the NFL Top 100
Fact: Matt Ryan is an accomplished amateur beet pickler
Falcons 2017 position groups ranked from first to worst
The Atlanta Falcons have one of the NFL's deepest and most talented rosters, but a lot has changed since the Super Bowl. To help get you re-acquainted with the team, let's go around and...
Devonta Freeman thinks he should've been Super Bowl MVP. Does he not realize he was the goat? | FOX Sports
The Falcons RB was responsible for the sack/fumble that changed the game.
Freeman laments Super Bowl loss: I should have been MVP
When it comes to Super LI and the Atlanta Falcons' loss, Devonta Freeman is still bitter, though a new contract is on the horizon.
Julio Jones at Center of Lawsuit Involving Agents Pat Dye Jr., Jimmy Sexton
Among the biggest points of contention in a lawsuit between agents Pat Dye Jr. and Jimmy Sexton is the defection of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones from SportsTrust Advisors to Creative Artists Agency...
Julio Jones at Center of Lawsuit Involving Agents Pat Dye Jr., Jimmy Sexton
Among the biggest points of contention in a lawsuit between agents Pat Dye Jr. and Jimmy Sexton is the defection of Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones from SportsTrust Advisors to Creative Artists Agency...
Vic Beasley expecting extra attention from opponents
Vic Beasley led the NFL with 15.5 sacks in 2016. The Atlanta Falcons' speedy pass rusher knows with the distinction will come extra attention on the field. Is the budding star ready for it?
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Devonta Freeman Says He'd Have Won Super Bowl MVP If He Stayed in Game
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman believes he would have been named Super Bowl LI MVP, an award eventually won by New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, if he'd been given more chances during Atlanta's 28-3 collapse...
Devonta Freeman Says He'd Have Won Super Bowl MVP If He Stayed in Game
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman believes he would have been named Super Bowl LI MVP, an award eventually won by New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, if he'd been given more chances during Atlanta's 28-3 collapse...
Devonta Freeman: Super Bowl will always play in back of my head
At the end of offseason workouts, Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan said that he and his teammates have put their Super Bowl loss to the Patriots behind them and shifted their focus to what's in front of them rather than on the lead that evaporated in Houston. Running back Devonta Freeman agrees with Ryan
Devonta Freeman: Super Bowl will always play in back of my head
At the end of offseason workouts, Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan said that he and his teammates have put their Super Bowl loss to the Patriots behind them and shifted their focus to what's in front of them rather than on the lead that evaporated in Houston. Running back Devonta Freeman agrees with Ryan that the...
Falcons confident in Devonta Freeman deal by first week of training camp
The Falcons brass is confident they will get a deal done with Devonta Freeman by the first week of training camp, according to a report by Dianna Russini of ESPN: Freeman is entering what would be ...
Devonta Freeman Reportedly Expected to Sign Atlanta Falcons Contract Extension
The Atlanta Falcons and running back Devonta Freeman are reportedly nearing a contract extension. ESPN's Dianna Russini reported the Falcons are "confident" Freeman's new ...
