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Smith, Falcons not giving up
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Seattle Seahawks linebacker Heath Farwell (55) makes a horse-collar tackle against Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during Sunday's game in Atlanta. - photo by Associated Press
FLOWERY BRANCH — Mike Smith is not giving up on the Falcons' season, just as he wouldn't give up in the closing minutes of a lopsided loss to Seattle. Smith was criticized for exposing quarterback Matt Ryan and others to injuries by leaving them on the field late in Sunday's 33-10 loss to the Seahawks. The coach said he wouldn't abandon the idea of trying to win.