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• Falcons' playoff hopes alive with win over Chargers

  

  Published on: 12/01/08 By Bernie Wilson AP Sports Writer

  SAN DIEGO — It’s all but over for the star-studded San Diego Chargers, who were done in Sunday by a rookie quarterback, a rookie head coach and a former teammate.

• Turner's time to shine

  

  Published on: 11/30/08 By Paul Newberry AP Sports Writer

  ATLANTA — Growing up on the tough streets of North Chicago, Michael Turner learned a thing or two about staying locked on a goal.

• Jenkins sees bright future for Falcons

  Published on: 11/29/08 By George Henry Associated Press Writer

  FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Michael Jenkins believes the Atlanta Falcons have only begun to show what they can accomplish.

• Falcons' Abraham promises to be in lineup

  

  Published on: 11/29/08 By George Henry Associated Press Writer

  FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — No worries for John Abraham, even though the Falcons’ three-time Pro Bowl defensive end didn’t return after sustaining a mild concussion in last week’s win over Carolina.

• Falcons' Jenkins, Babineaux get contract extensions

  Published on: 11/26/08

  FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Wide receiver Michael Jenkins and defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux of the Atlanta Falcons received multiyear contract extensions on Tuesday.

• Falcons Smith a steady leader

  

  Published on: 11/25/08 By George Henry Associated Press Writer

  FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Mike Smith isn’t about to change his routine with the Atlanta Falcons.

• Falcons score powerful victory

  

  DAVE MARTIN - Associated Press

  Turner, Douglas power Falcons to crucial win

  
  Published on: 11/24/08 By Paul Newberry AP Sports Writer

  Michael Turner handled the power game, lowering his head and ramming into would-be tacklers time after time. Harry Douglas turned up the speed, finishing off Carolina with an electrifying dash to the end zone.

• Viewing bad film motivates Falcons' Douglas

  

  DAVE MARTIN - Associated Press

  Published on: 11/24/08 By Charles Odum AP Sports Writer

  Only hours before enjoying the best game of his young career, Harry Douglas motivated himself by watching film from what he called his low point as a player at any level.

• Falcons' division hopes on the line

  

  Published on: 11/23/08 By Paul Newberry AP Sports Writer

  ATLANTA — The Carolina Panthers have a chance to deliver a knockout blow to one of their rivals in the NFC South. They don’t want to pass it up.

• Q&A with Falcons coach Mike Smith

  

  Published on: 11/23/08

  Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith is in his first season with the team, and he already is exceeding expectations. One season after controversies with quarterback Michael Vick and former coach Bobby Petrino rocked the franchise, Smith has led the Falcons to a 6-4 record. That’s two more victories than they had last season as they enter an NFC South game today against first-place Carolina (8-2) in the Georgia Dome. This is the first time Smith, a former defensive coordinator for Jacksonville, has been a head coach on any level. He spoke with reporters, including The Charlotte Observer’s David Scott, this week on a conference call.

• Falcons' Weiner endures painful season

  Published on: 11/21/08 By George Henry Associated Press Writer

  ATLANTA — Todd Weiner walks methodically from the training room before slowly easing his 300-pound frame onto a small wooden stool in front of his locker.

• Falcons' White finally proves worth

  

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  Fourth-year WR up despite drop

  
  Published on: 11/20/08 By Paul Newberry AP Sports Writer

  Roddy White was kicking himself after the game. Sure, it would have been a tough catch, but it shows just how far he’s come that everyone expected him to make it.

• Falcons have little room for mistakes

  Enter crucial division stretch

  
  Published on: 11/18/08 By Charles Odum AP Sports Writer

  The first home loss of the season for Michael Turner and the Atlanta Falcons provided a painful reminder of how quickly they can fall behind in the tough NFC South.

• Denver deals Birds first home loss

  Cutler throws winning TD with 5 1/2 minutes left

  
  Published on: 11/17/08

  Associated Press ------ The Denver Broncos have come up with all sorts of ways to deal with their injuries, from starting a player on both sides of the line to relying on a guy with plenty of baggage.

• White blames himself for loss after key drop

  Published on: 11/17/08 Associated Press

  Roddy White could have been the hero for the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday.

• Elam welcomes Broncos to Atlanta

  Former Denver kicker brings stability to position for Falcons

  
  Published on: 11/16/08 BY PAUL NEWBERRY

  AP Sports Writer ------ Before every game, Jason Elam envisions himself lining up for a game-winning field goal.

• Who would risk Vick?

  Published on: 11/16/08 BY TIM DAHLBERG

  AP Sports Columnist ------ Michael Vick lives in a prison in Kansas, making 12 cents an hour while plotting his return to the NFL. His houses and farms soon will be gone, the two yachts are history, and he is down to his last couple of Range Rovers.

• Attorneys: Vick expects return to NFL

  Published on: 11/14/08

  Imprisoned NFL quarterback Michael Vick expects to return to pro football, according to his bankruptcy attorneys who laid out a plan to pay creditors based in part on his anticipated earnings.

• Falcons secondary preps for next test

  Facing challenge from Denver

  
  Published on: 11/13/08 BY PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Writer

  The Atlanta Falcons were hands-on when it came to defending Drew Brees.

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