In so many ways, the Falcons and the New York Giants are running on parallel courses this season. Both teams are coming off playoff berths in 2008, share the same record (5-4), their quarterback play has been almost even, they have had a rash of injuries on defense and both are trying to halt a run of losing.
Head Coach Mike Smith answered questions from the media after Thursday's practice in Flowery Branch.
Linebacker Curtis Lofton is sick of that sinking feeling when opponents convert another third down on the Atlanta Falcons. "It's a letdown because we put a lot of work into it," Lofton said Thursday. "When they get it, you know, everybody feels like they're letting each other down.
Atlanta running back Jerious Norwood practiced for first time in nearly five weeks on Thursday, giving the Falcons hope he could play against the Giants if they are without injured starter Michael Turner.
After missing the first nine games of the season with a severe hamstring strain, New York Giants cornerback Aaron Ross is poised to make his 2009 debut Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons.
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer
The Atlanta Falcons named wide receiver Brian Finneran the team’s nominee for the 2009 Walter Payton Man of the Year award.
Numbers you need to know, notes you may not have known and find out which jersey the Falcons will wear this Sunday as the Falcons travel to The Big Apple to play against the New York Giants. Here are the things you need to know before Sunday’s kickoff.
As the 5-4 Giants come to Atlanta one questions needs to be asked. How does a team go from 5-0 to 5-4? This weeks “What to watch For” breaks down the Giants and Falcons as the two fight to reappear in their divisional races.
Matt Ryan, Tony Gonzalez, Roddy White, Mike Peterson, Michael Turner and Jason Snelling answered questions on the upcoming road game against the New York Giants in Wednesday's open locker room.
Michael Turner doesn't agree with speculation he could miss weeks with his sprained ankle. Turner said Wednesday he hasn't even given up on the idea he could return for the Atlanta Falcons' game at the New York Giants on Sunday. Turner injured his right ankle in last week's loss at Carolina.
Falcons players and cheerleaders were present for a Thanksgiving luncheon at South Hall Middle School Tuesday afternoon.
Wednesday the Falcons announced the addition of wide receiver Troy Bergeron to the practice squad. Bergeron was promoted from the squad last week and later released from the active roster.
Each week during the NFL season a member of the national media will offer an opinion on the Falcons and the team's upcoming opponent. This week David Elffin of the Washington Times talks about the NFL and the Falcons matchup with the Giants.
The Falcons announced the winners of the 2009 Community Quarterback Award Monday evening.
The Atlanta Falcons today signed running back Aaron Stecker and released wide receiver Troy Bergeron.
Matt Ryan is struggling. Michael Turner is hurting. Jason Elam can't seem to make a field goal. Yep, the Falcons definitely have plenty of things to worry about as they head into a decisive stretch of the season. Atlanta (5-4) was down in the dumps Monday after a sloppy 28-19 loss at Carolina, knowing it had wasted an excellent chance to gain a
The Falcons lost running back Michael Turner after just nine carries in Sunday's game, but third-year running back Jason Snelling said he's ready to pick up the slack if the Pro Bowler is out for a while.
Some crucial late-game plays did not go the Falcons way in a loss at Carolina. But the team isn't making excuses in the wake of a division defeat.
Quotes from Panthers players and coaches following the Week 10 game at the Bank of America Stadium.
Quotes from Falcons players and coaches following the week 10 game.
The Carolina Panthers might have finally found a way to solve Jake Delhomme's woes: controlled chaos. A heavy dose of miscues from Matt Ryan and banged-up Atlanta didn't hurt, either. The Panthers unleashed a no-huddle offense on Sunday with Delhomme calling the plays, and it produced two touchdown passes to Steve Smith, no turnovers and a
Jake Delhomme went turnover-free for the third straight game, finding Steve Smith for two touchdowns, and the Carolina Panthers held on for a 28-19 victory over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner has gone to the locker room after spraining his right ankle against Carolina. Turner rolled the ankle when he was tackled at the end of a 10-yard run that gave him 111 yards on just nine carries. He took off his shoe and walked around some before heading inside.
Game notes from the Bank of America Stadium press box on the Falcons-Panthers week 10 match up.
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