Gonzalez adds new dimension to Falcons offense
The addition of a Pro Bowl tight end helps any NFL offense but, in the Falcons case, Tony Gonzalez takes the team's weaponry to uncharted levels.

The addition of a Pro Bowl tight end helps any NFL offense but, in the Falcons case, Tony Gonzalez takes the team's weaponry to uncharted levels.
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Mike Peterson hosted several events this month to raise awareness and funding for his charitable organization, the Mike Peterson Foundation.
It will be a crowded, young defensive backfield in Falcons camp leaving players like Thomas DeCoud to compete for positions. But the second-year safety likes the path he's on.
Commissioner Roger Goodell is beginning to focus on evaluating Michael Vick's future in the NFL. That doesn't mean a decision will come any time before the 2009 regular season begins in September. Goodell said Thursday his decision on whether to reinstate the former Atlanta Falcons star quarterback, convicted on federal charges of running a
The Falcons announced the release of wide receiver Khalil Jones Monday evening.
The Atlanta Falcons announced the signing of sixth-round draft picks Spencer Adkins Monday.
Fullback Ovie Mughelli has put in the time to get in shape for the 2009 season and is ready to start making a bigger impact on offense.
After years of coaching and support, Brian Robiskie has made it to the NFL. His father, Terry Robiskie, couldn't be happier on this Father's Day weekend.
The Atlanta Falcons today announced their practice times for 2009 Russell Falcons Training Camp practices.
The Atlanta Falcons today released offensive lineman Alex Stepanovich.
The Atlanta Falcons today signed third round draft pick cornerback Christopher Owens and fifth round selection offensive tackle Garrett Reynolds. Financial terms of the deals were not disclosed. The Falcons also released offensive lineman Renardo Foster and kicker/punter Robbie Dehaze.
The Atlanta Falcons have added depth to their offensive line by signing Jeremy Newberry, the former longtime starting center for the San Francisco 49ers. Newberry (6 feet 5, 315 pounds) started three games for San Diego last season after starting each of his 14 games with Oakland in the 2007 season. Newberry, a second-round pick by San Francisco in
The Atlanta Falcons announced the signing of free agent offensive lineman Jeremy Newberry Monday afternoon.
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer
The Michael Vick era in Atlanta is officially over. Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff said the team relinquished its contractual rights to Vick on Friday. "Michael remains suspended by the NFL," Dimitroff said. "However, in the event NFL commissioner Roger Goodell decides to reinstate Michael, we feel his best opportunity to r
Unable to find a trade partner, the Atlanta Falcons announced Friday they have released troubled quarterback...
The Atlanta Falcons released suspended quarterback Michael Vick Friday, ending a Falcons career that began eight years ago when the club selected him with the first overall pick in the 2001 NFL Draft.
General Manager Thomas Dimitroff answered some questions about the release of quarterback Michael Vick for AtlantaFalcons.com.
Entering his second year as a professional, Curtis Lofton has plenty of goals. He's involved in more parts of the defense and is a young, active leader.
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Chauncey Davis, DeKalb Juvenile Court Judge Desiree Peagler, DeKalb County Commissioner Lee May and more spoke to nearly 100 youth at the Browns Mill Road Recreation Center on June 5.
Andre Rison was also named the greatest wide receiver of all time. In a magical place called AndreRisonLand.
Through a $550,000 grant by the NFL Youth Football fund, 150 current and former NFL players and coaches, including five members of the Atlanta Falcons, have held or will hold free youth football camps in 2009.
The Atlanta Falcons today signed fifth round draft selection, cornerback William Middleton and seventh round pick, defensive tackle Vance Walker. Financial terms of the deals were not disclosed.
Offensive guard Tyson Clabo signed his restricted free agent contract with the Atlanta Falcons after starting all 16 games for the first time in his career. Clabo was part of an offensive line that helped the Falcons finish second in the NFL with an average of 152.7 yards per game. In other roster moves, the Falcons signed undrafted free agent wide
Falcons Head Coach Mike Smith hosted "Huddle up for Miracles" at the Capital Grille on May 18. The numbers are in and the event, featuring celebrity waiters, raised more than $190,000 for the Children's Miracle Network.