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Linebackers pumped up

FLOWERY BRANCH - Curtis Lofton isn't worried that the Atlanta Falcons have depth issues at linebacker entering the playoffs. When the Falcons visit the New York Giants on Sunday, Lofton, the team's defensive captain and starting middle linebacker, says Atlanta will be just fine. Lofton believes Atlanta (10-6) can contain the Giants (9-7) without having to compromise its defensive schemes, particularly after starting weakside linebacker Sean Weatherspoon returned to practice Thursday after ...

January 06, 2012 | By GEORGE HENRY Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Ryan focused, ready

FLOWERY BRANCH - Matt Ryan says he's "a lot more mature" than in his first two NFL playoff appearances. Ryan is bringing the best passing numbers of his career into the Falcons' wild-card playoff game at the New York Giants on Sunday. He said Wednesday he's also bringing his best focus and wouldn't be deterred by outside distractions. "I think one of the biggest things I've learned in my two appearances in ...

January 04, 2012 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons' Smith hopes to learn from losses

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Mike Smith wants his first two playoff losses with the Falcons to be "growing experiences" that will help his team prepare for Sunday's first-round game at the New York Giants.

January 02, 2012 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons beat Bucs, clinch NFC's No. 5 seed

ATLANTA - Michael Turner and the Falcons didn't want to settle for just making the playoffs.

January 02, 2012 | The Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons seek answers

FLOWERY BRANCH - Coach Mike Smith has led the Atlanta Falcons to the playoffs in three of his four seasons. Right now, he couldn't care less. Smith spent Tuesday trying to find answers for major breakdowns following the Falcons' blowout loss the night before in New Orleans. A 45-16 defeat left him determined to fix these problems before the postseason begins in two weeks. The Falcons (9-6) host Tampa Bay ...

December 27, 2011 | By GEORGE HENRY Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Brees breaks record, leads Saints over Falcons 45-16

NEW ORLEANS (AP) - After Drew Brees broke an NFL passing record that stood for nearly three decades, his teammates called on him to make a speech in the Saints' locker room.

December 27, 2011 | The Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons' Grimes returns to practice

FLOWERY BRANCH - The Falcons are closer to having a healthy secondary against Drew Brees and the Saints. Starting cornerback Brent Grimes, who has missed three games following surgery on his right knee, returned to practice on Tuesday but has not yet been cleared for Monday night's game at New Orleans. Coach Mike Smith gave an encouraging report on Grimes. "We have not gotten final confirmation if he's going to be ...

December 20, 2011 | By GEORGE HENRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Playoffs are in sight

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Saints will try to clinch the division title and the Falcons will try to lock down a playoff spot when the teams meet on Monday night. Now Orleans (11-3) has a two-game lead over Atlanta (9-5) in the NFC South. The Saints, who have clinched a playoff berth, also would bolster their plans for a home game in the playoffs by beating the Falcons in New Orleans. ...

December 19, 2011 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Ryan, Falcons feeling confident

ATLANTA - Matt Ryan likes how the Atlanta Falcons are playing with two games left in the regular season.

December 16, 2011 | By GEORGE HENRY Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons' pass rush struggling

FLOWERY BRANCH - When the Atlanta Falcons were going through their offseason checklist, they knew it was vital to get more pressure on opposing quarterbacks. That's why they doled out a big contract to Ray Edwards. With the season winding down, the Falcons haven't gotten much bang for their bucks. Edwards was supposed to team with John Abraham to give Atlanta a fearsome pair of defensive ends, one coming at the ...

December 13, 2011 | By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Strong 2nd half pushes Falcons over Panthers, 31-23

CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Matt Ryan can't explain why he seems to own the Carolina Panthers.

December 12, 2011 | Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Jones still feeling his way

FLOWERY BRANCH - Julio Jones is ready to give the Atlanta Falcons another breakout game. The NFL's No. 6 overall draft pick will have another chance Sunday when the Falcons (7-5) visit Carolina (4-8), but Jones believes he's barely tapped his potential in his rookie season. Injuries to both hamstrings sidelined him in four of Atlanta's last six games, and Jones is coming off arguably his toughest afternoon as a professional in ...

December 08, 2011 | By GEORGE HENRY The Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

McClure still rolling after rocky start

FLOWERY BRANCH - Todd McClure gets more than a bit uncomfortable when asked about a campaign by his fellow linemen to get him selected to the Pro Bowl for the first time. He relishes the anonymity of life as an NFL center, though those closest to him know how important he is to the Atlanta Falcons. "Todd McClure is one of the cornerstones not only of this team, but of this entire ...

December 07, 2011 | By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Atlanta's cornerbacks preparing for a big challenge

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Atlanta needs Dominique Franks and Christopher Owens to step up at cornerback.

December 01, 2011 | By GEORGE HENRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Ryan enjoys resurgence

FLOWERY BRANCH - Matt Ryan is enjoying a strong recovery from his disappointing slow start to the season. Ryan, the Falcons' fourth-year quarterback who was coming off his first Pro Bowl season, appeared to be having a career setback when he threw six interceptions in Atlanta's disappointing 2-3 start. The Falcons, bolstered by improved stability on their offensive line, have won five of six as Ryan has been on a roll. He ...

November 30, 2011 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

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Cousins replaces RG3

ATLANTA - The Redskins, awash in chaos and controversy, may find comfort in the reminder they're not alone in their first-to-worst misery. An unexpected fall from the 2012 NFC East title to last place in 2013 has led to a quarterback change for Washington. Coach Mike Shanahan, facing questions about his future with the team, benched quarterback Robert Griffin III for the final three games. Standing across the Georgia Dome field Sunday ...

December 12, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons youth movement

FLOWERY BRANCH - The Falcons are giving rookies bigger roles, especially on defense, down the stretch of a lost season.

December 11, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Koetter saying little about Boise State interview

FLOWERY BRANCH - Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter isn't saying much about his recent interview with Boise State. Koetter confirmed on Tuesday that he met with Boise State officials, but declined to elaborate. "All I can tell you is the same thing (Falcons head coach Mike Smith) told you yesterday," Koetter said. "I did ...

December 10, 2013 | By GEORGE HENRY Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Offense M.I.A. again

FLOWERY BRANCH - Roddy White says the Falcons' 10th loss was especially painful. Atlanta's offense disappeared after taking a 21-10 lead at Green Bay on Sunday. The Falcons were shut out in the second half of the 22-21 loss to the Packers. It was a disappointing finish after such a strong start. Steven Jackson had 55 yards rushing and White had five catches as the Falcons built the first-half lead. "It's ...

December 09, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons' run D bracing for Lacy

FLOWERY BRANCH - The Atlanta Falcons don't know if they'll be facing Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Sunday. They do know they'll have to try to stop rookie running back Eddie Lacy, and that's a major concern for the NFL's 30th-ranked run defense. Atlanta has struggled against the run all season. The Falcons allow 135.4 yards rushing per game and have given up five runs of 40 yards or longer - ...

December 04, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons' offense commits to run

FLOWERY BRANCH - Steven Jackson said Wednesday running the ball in the NFL requires patience and commitment. Patience can be a difficult trait for a team like the Atlanta Falcons (3-9), who are tied for the NFC's worst record as they prepare for Sunday's game at Green Bay. That's why Jackson applauded the team's commitment to the run in last weeks' 34-31 overtime win over the Bills. Jackson ran for ...

December 04, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons looking to finish strong to cap off dismal season

FLOWERY BRANCH - Mike Smith knows the value of a strong finish, even in a dismal season such as this one.

December 02, 2013 | By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Opportunistic Falcons beat Bills 34-31 in OT

TORONTO - Falcons safety William Moore looked into the crowd in Toronto and began wondering whether he was back home in Atlanta.

December 02, 2013 | By JOHN WAWROW AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Injuries, Falcons' struggles frustrate Roddy White

FLOWERY BRANCH - Atlanta's Roddy White has had success like only a handful of wide receivers in NFL history. So missing three games this season and entering December with just 20 receptions has left the four-time Pro Bowler, "yelling and screaming at myself, trying to get my body to act right." Last season White ...

November 29, 2013 | By MATT WINKELJOHN Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

OL Jones: 'Another preseason game'

FLOWERY BRANCH - Terren Jones said Wednesday it will feel like another preseason game with the Falcons if he plays against the Bills on Sunday.

November 27, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons in danger of first-to-worst finish in NFC

FLOWERY BRANCH - The Falcons have sole claim to the NFC's worst record at 2-9, a dramatic decline for a team which owned the conference's best mark one year ago. Coach Mike Smith said Monday he has no interest in completing a first-to-worst run for the Falcons, even if it brings the top pick in the NFL draft as a reward. Atlanta was 13-3 last season. "I can assure you this: We're ...

November 25, 2013 | By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Falcons coach Smith still looking for solutions

FLOWERY BRANCH - Coach Mike Smith keeps searching for answers to fix the Atlanta Falcons. That's been nearly impossible to accomplish during a five-game losing streak. With a 2-9 record that's worst in the NFC, Smith can only hope a few days off will give his players a fresh perspective when they return to ...

November 22, 2013 | By GEORGE HENRY Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Tables turned on Falcons

ATLANTA - Talk about role reversal.

November 20, 2013 | By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Strange times for struggling Falcons

FLOWERY BRANCH, - The music was blaring in the Atlanta Falcons locker room Tuesday, which made it seem like old times. Hardly. The Falcons (2-8) are mired in a four-game losing streak and all but assured of their first losing season since 2007 heading into Thursday's prime-time game against the first-place New Orleans Saints. For players such as quarterback Matt Ryan, these are the strangest of times. "It's certainly not ...

November 19, 2013 | By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer | Atlanta Falcons - AP

Smith takes blame for failures

FLOWERY BRANCH - Nothing is going right for the Atlanta Falcons, and coach Mike Smith said he is fully to blame.

November 18, 2013 | By GEORGE HENRY Associated Press | Atlanta Falcons - AP

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