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October 4, 2014
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...
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.
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 Says He's Looking Forward to Signing Contract Extension
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman helped lead his team to the Super Bowl last season and is ready to be rewarded with a contract extension...
Garland, Schweitzer taking shared path to Falcons' RG battle | FOX Sports
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) The second day of minicamp was over for some Atlanta Falcons players.
Roddy White 'open' to future front office role with Falcons
After years of lining up at receiver for the Falcons, Roddy White has interest in transitioning into a front office role with the team in the future.
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Michael Vick, Roddy White retire in Falcons ceremony
The Atlanta Falcons bade farewell to two of the most talented, and controversial, players in team history.
Michael Vick and Roddy White will retire as Falcons with ceremony
The Atlanta Falcons announced via press release on Friday that they plan to hold a retirement ceremony and press conference for both Michael Vick and Roddy White next week. Both players will retire...
Vick, White to be honoured as 'Falcons for life'
Roddy White spent his entire career with the Atlanta Falcons, while Michael Vick bounced around the NFL a bit towards the end of his career.
Michael Vick, Roddy White to be honored as 'Falcons for life'
White spent his entire career with the Falcons, while Vick bounced around the league a bit towards the end of his career.
The Falcons are gullible laughingstocks for letting Michael Vick retire in Atlanta | FOX Sports
The ex-con ex-QB will be given a ceremony by the team.
Falcons to honor Vick and White on Monday
Although neither player will sign a one-day contract, former Falcons Michael Vick and Roddy White will have a retirement ceremony with the team on Monday.
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Falcons to honor former stars Michael Vick, Roddy White
The Atlanta Falcons are planning a retirement ceremony for two of the team's most prominent players - Michael Vick and Roddy White. The Falcons say Monday's ceremony at team owner Arthur Blank's offices will recognize the ''contributions and impact'' both made to the organization
Falcons to Honor Michael Vick, Roddy White with Retirement Ceremony
The Atlanta Falcons will honor two franchise legends on Monday when Michael Vick and Roddy White receive a retirement ceremony...
Michael Vick will be honored with retirement ceremony from the Falcons
Michael Vick played the first six seasons of his career with the Falcons and will officially end his career in Atlanta.
Steve Sarkisian Finding Ways to Enhance Falcons' Offense
Offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian said he's focused on finding ways to improve Atlanta's offense
The 10 most important players on the Atlanta Falcons
1. WR Julio Jones (48 points) 2. LB Vic Beasley (33) 3. CB Desmond Trufant (32) 4. RB Devonta Freeman (29) 5. C Alex Mack (28) 6. S Keanu Neal (27) 7. LB Deion Jones (21) 8. DT Dontari Poe (19) 9. T Jake Matthews (17) 10. RB Tevin Coleman (seven) There was a brief moment, as the first three NFC South
Falcons OC wants more red-zone targets for Julio Jones
New Falcons OC Steve Sarkisian wants to do more than copy Kyle Shanahan's offense. Sarkisian told reporters Wednesday he wants to utilize All-Pro wide receiver Julio Jones in the red zone in 2017.
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Falcons' Devonta Freeman, Tevin Coleman content as dynamic duo for now
Atlanta running backs Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman form one of the NFL's top tandems, but a breakup could be looming for the close friends.
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Steve Sarkisian credits C.C. Sabathia, Scott Van Pelt for getting him to rehab
Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian managed to restart his coaching career after heading to rehab for his alcoholism. While he knew it was something he needed to do, it took some help to ultimately get him into treatment. Sarkisian credits New York Yankees pitcher C.C. Sabathia and
Julio Jones makes Steve Sarkisian see red, as in red zone
WR Julio Jones ranked third on the Falcons in red-zone targets in 2016 with eight, a number new coordinator Steve Sarkisian wants to increase.
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Steve Sarkisian Said Yankees SP CC Sabathia Inspired Him to Go to Alcohol Rehab
Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian credited a SportsCenter editorial by ESPN's Scott Van Pelt on New York Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia as the reason he entered a rehabilitation facility for alcoholism...
