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Smith a pleasant surprise at RB
Falcons Smith Surpris Heal WEB
Atlanta Falcons running back Antone Smith (35) moves past Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Koa Misi (55) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Atlanta on Friday. - photo by Associated Press
FLOWERY BRANCH — Antone Smith, best known for his special teams play in his first five seasons with the Falcons, finally has a chance to show he deserves playing time at running back. With starter Steven Jackson held out with a left hamstring injury, Smith showed impressive big-play potential in the Falcons' 16-10 win over Miami on Friday night. Smith's 35-yard gain after a short catch and 76-yard touchdown run were negated by penalties, but the plays still created a buzz.