Still playing to win

One win from home field advantage

DETROIT - The Atlanta Falcons have proven they're good enough to dominate a division leader.

Falcons look to guard Ryan, stop Suh

FLOWERY BRANCH - As the Atlanta Falcons' offensive line sees it, there's no need to antagonize Ndamukong Suh.

DeCoud's 6 picks pace Falcons

FLOWERY BRANCH - After Asante Samuel intercepted Eli Manning's first pass on Sunday, the cornerback approached Falcons teammate Thomas DeCoud, who leads the team in interceptions.

Falcons build momentum

FLOWERY BRANCH, - Falcons coach Mike Smith has learned that little credit is given for regular-season success when it is followed by postseason flops.

What happened to Turner?

FLOWERY BRANCH - Michael Turner used to be Mr. Reliable for the Atlanta Falcons.

Falcons fall flat in upset loss to Panthers

By PAUL NEWBERRY

Framework approved for Falcons' new stadium

ATLANTA - After about two years of discussions, the Atlanta Falcons are a step closer to getting a new downtown stadium.

Rodgers could take over for Turner

FLOWERY BRANCH - This could be Jacquizz Rodgers' week to be more than a complement to Michael Turner in the Atlanta Falcons' running game.

Falcons calling on defensive backups

FLOWERY BRANCH - Robert McClain was one of those offseason signings that hardly anyone notices.

NFC South title not enough

FLOWERY BRANCH - The Atlanta Falcons aren't too impressed with winning their second NFC South title in three years.

Falcons out for revenge against New Orleans

By CHARLES ODUM

Falcons have chance to make up for loss to Saints

FLOWERY BRANCH - Some Atlanta players seem uncertain about who gave the Falcons' their lone loss of the season.

10-1 Falcons still at work

FLOWERY BRANCH - Leading the NFC with a 10-1 record isn't nearly enough to satisfy Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith.

Falcons look to stop Doug Martin

FLOWERY BRANCH - This might not be the best time for the Atlanta Falcons' defense to face Tampa Bay running back Doug Martin, not with Sean Weatherspoon, Asante Samuel and Peria Jerry nursing injuries.

Falcons feeling it

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Falcons coach Dan Quinn believes in the law of averages evening out.

Falcons' Julio Jones cleared, confirming status for opener

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Falcons had wide receiver Julio Jones back with full clearance for Thursday's practice, confirming the team's biggest star will ...

Matty Ice at crossroads after 3 straight non-winning seasons

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Matt Ryan made it all look easy at the beginning of his NFL career.