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DEL.ICIO.USThe Falcons have met expectations
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
It began as it usually does in the Georgia Dome. The players from the visiting team — in this case, Detroit — were announced and the gathering crowd booed. What began to develop thereafter was so astonishing I’m not sure where to begin. There’s a story that has gone the rounds for years about a famous journalist, just home from covering a war, and had just watched a football game that would go down in history. Then sat hovering over his typewriter, groping for words and begging inspiration, whereupon he leaped from his chair, and cried, “This is too big for me. I can’t write it,” and collapsed in the press box.
I’ll refrain from collapsing, but I’m on the verge. What those of us encapsulated in the Georgia Dome this September afternoon have seen is too big for the normal human being to translate into words. We slosh through the drudge that has been the fate of the Falcons these last few seasons and we find ourselves stumbling and bumbling through one catastrophic nightmare after another. Would it ever end? Would anybody ever get it right? Should this be Arthur Blank’s life sentence?
This Sunday afternoon the sun came to rest its rays on this bedraggled NFL franchise, and while no guarantees come with it, of all the Falcons moments that I have experienced, none other can match it. No Sunday in Minnesota on the way to the Super Bowl, nor a frigid afternoon in Green Bay, where the storied Packers were beaten on their own grass. Those were but wisps of a fleecy brush with history compared to this opening game of a new season and a change in direction under a fresh command.
It began this way: Michael Turner hit left tackle for nine yards. Then again for a first down. Then Matt Ryan, the rookie quarterback from Boston College, threw his first official professional pass. By the time the play was done, Michael Jenkins had reeled in the ball and scored, a play covering 62 yards, and Ryan followed gleefully down field pointing skyward. By the time the first quarter had ended, the Falcons had scored twice more and taken a 21-point lead.
Was this fate’s bitter tease? Would there be a flashback to failures of previous Falcons? This city had seen so much losing on autumn Sundays that life in the NFL seemed a condemnation to mediocrity. (And I refrain here for falling into the roiling pit of misery delivered to us by Michael Vick, Bobby Petrino and others who shall remain nameless and hopefully forgotten.)
Even when the Lions began a resurgence in the second quarter, there were those of us who began to feel a pitiable nervousness. Tell us this is not another fateful tease. Blessedly, it developed that it wasn’t.
The story had been: Could Turner take the pressure off Ryan? Was Ryan ready to stand the heat of the NFL? Well, it may have been only for a day, but if it was, it was one helluva act. Turner had played in the shadow of LaDanian Tomlinson in San Diego, out of Northern Illinois, a school in the shadow of the Big Ten. There had been questions about Ryan, his arm strength, his high draft number and the Falcons’ huge investment in him. As it stands, it is not so much the football intangibles hovering other them, but the judgment of the new Falcon high command, namely Thomas Dimitroff and Mike Smith, both plucked from the back row of other NFL organizations.
Vindication becomes them. Dimitroff is not one to attract attention, stood along the sideline before the game, dressed in a light colored suit, his electrified hair in place. Plain Mike Smith is just that, a solid man having his first fling under lights, only his snow-capped noggin distinguishing him. Neither conjures up the image of attention seekers. Both have been relatively out of sight while this team was being put together. This is just the first mile of a long road ahead, and nothing is guaranteed. At least you can say that on this one day they have met the prediction of The Sporting News. The Falcons would win one game, TSN said. They’ve done that. The score was 34-21. Stand by for further developments.
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By ms
September 7, 2008 7:33 PM | Link to this
Well I guess the FALCONS will win more than “2” games. At least that’s what all the football gods predicted.
By hh
September 7, 2008 7:35 PM | Link to this
God Bless you Mr. Bisher!
Yes indeed. No one knows what the future holds, but, for now, the Falcons have a full grown MAN as a coach and, so far, no players that I wish would just shut up.
Great job guys.
By matt
September 7, 2008 7:45 PM | Link to this
I had to move to Mexico for the birds to win one but… GO FALCONS!
By Edward
September 7, 2008 8:17 PM | Link to this
What a game and what impressive performances by Matt Ryan and Michael Turner not to mention the pressure applied to John Kitna especially late in the game by the defensive front 4. Go Falcons!!
By mark white
September 7, 2008 8:18 PM | Link to this
Oh my… oh my … oh my. There is a God! What a day! Go Falcons!
By Quint
September 7, 2008 8:19 PM | Link to this
Question: did Mr. Blank ever show up on the sidelines before the game was over? Maybe I missed it, but I don’t remember seeing him at all. I think that is a first.
By jim
September 7, 2008 8:21 PM | Link to this
I watched our Falcons come together as a team today. It was very inspirational in that the falcon fans have suffered for several years rooting for “selfish” football players. I am proud once again to follow the Falcons. Furman Bisher got it right, “It’s just one game but what a start”. We are a team again and we can actually move the football on the goal line! Are we gonna be world beaters? Probably not but what a refreshing start for our franchise. Go Falcons!!!
By dave
September 7, 2008 8:22 PM | Link to this
It was a team, win or lose, they will play as a team. Eventually, they will be a very good team
By George
September 7, 2008 8:23 PM | Link to this
Well said, Mr. Bisher. This was the perfect start to a new era. And if there are such things as omens, I wonder where throwing your first NFL pass for a TD rests? Tampa Bay is on the horizon and not only are they in our diviosion, they typically give us fits when we play them. Next week shall be a better test for these Falcons than the Lions were. Keep the momentum, birds!
By Bob
September 7, 2008 8:28 PM | Link to this
Great feel good column Mr. Bisher! 35 years a fan and ya know what it feels really different/special/good right now!
By geoh70
September 7, 2008 8:36 PM | Link to this
In answer to the earlier question: Yes Arthur was shown on the field late in the game. I don’t think that is going to change.
By Steve L.
September 7, 2008 8:40 PM | Link to this
Quint: Yes, Arthur was on the sidelines as usual—big hug for Mike Smith.
Great start with lots of promise. Ryan and Turner were incredible; I was especially impressed with Ryan’s poise given that he’s a rookie. The defense was very solid.
But it WAS the Lions. So let’s not start booking Super Bowl tix just yet.
By bali smith
September 7, 2008 8:43 PM | Link to this
what a great article on today s game .The thing i am most impressed about is how well coached the falcons seem to be. I dont know if they will win another game this year, but it sure was nice to see the falcons play like they have been coached. Thanks Mr Bisher for the article and thanks Coach Smith and your coaching staff for the way the falcons have practiced and played this preseason and for this very special first game.
By Will
September 7, 2008 8:51 PM | Link to this
Fine performance for the Birds today. Glad I have the NFL Sunday Ticket here in VA so I could watch. Just a couple of critiques. Kitna had plenty of time to thow at times. Like to see more pressure by the defensive front. Also there were 7 penalties for 68 yards, need to reduce that. Generally, solid. No turnovers or agregious mistakes. Offensive line played great, good pass protection and they opened some big holes for Turner and Norwood. Next week will be a test.
By Keith
September 7, 2008 8:56 PM | Link to this
Michael who? Well done Matt Ryan. Glad to see the Falcons bring football back to this city. Dirty Birds are back!
By scottbravesfan
September 7, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this
The way the Bucs and Saints looked today they better watch out. The Falcons have got to tighten up in the secondary though. That was their big weakness today.
By Eagledawg
September 7, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this
To put this in possible perspective. Another rookie had a very memorable first pass. It was intecepted and returned for a TD the other way by the Chicago Bears’ J.C. Caroline. The quarterback was Johnny Unitas. He still had a pretty good career. Wonder how Matt’s will be.
By Matt who? Doug Who?
September 7, 2008 9:50 PM | Link to this
**Yep…after that Dallas win with Doug Johnson playing so great, there was “Mike who?” after Schaubie’s nice 3TD performance came the cries of “Mike who?”…..so after a win against one of the worst defenses in the league or even semi-league, come the inevitable “We’re Number One!” cries and resurgent bashing of the quarterback who made the Falcons relevant. If you don’t think so, then ask why Blank could steadily raise the prices on tickets for 7 straight years and then POOF!! He drops them down to Arena League prices. Please….it was the LIONS. (cue Denny Greene rant because its soooo appropriate)
By the Donger
September 7, 2008 10:17 PM | Link to this
Offensive line played great, defense played great, Ryan played great, Mike Turner… well, WELCOME TO ATLANTA!!! Great performace kid - GO FALCONS!!!
By Green
September 7, 2008 10:31 PM | Link to this
nfc south=3-1 probably 4-0 if the saints and bucs didnt play each other, falcons are going to have a lot of tough games this year….
By smh
September 7, 2008 10:47 PM | Link to this
lmaoooo@this crap… Bisher you are the same guy who acted as if we lost a future hall of famer when we traded the GREAT Matt Schuab. How did that prediction work out for you? Schuab is looking like a very very average qb who should probably be a back up. This team will probably win 5 or 6 games. I wonder will all the bandwagon fans be so positive when the losing comes.
By Maurice
September 7, 2008 11:00 PM | Link to this
Losing? When? Where do you see losing, Mr. smh? I see one win, no loses. Where is the losing? Oh, you must mean next week. Nope see no loses there either.
By Sleepless in Flowery Branch
September 7, 2008 11:21 PM | Link to this
Michael Who? Bobby Who? DeAngelo Who? Jim Who? Hallelujah!!!!!!
By MVhoo?
September 7, 2008 11:49 PM | Link to this
Seriously, MV7-11 ain’t coming back, except maybe as an Oakland Raider in the decline of his questionable career. Give it up, losers. Get on board with the NEW Falcons. They’re on the way up. Great win, Birds.
By Hawk
September 7, 2008 11:57 PM | Link to this
I have been a fan of the Falcons through good good times and bad times. And, I will always be a Falcons fan through good times and bad times. Today, could be the start of something big…..it just felt like it.
By Kevin
September 8, 2008 12:11 AM | Link to this
I will say if we play the same fire as we did with detroit n look many pick detroit to win n have a better defense…and we won be glad As for That fellow n gee a coach who left…bye! Falcons beat the Bucs next sunday 37-17…..Matt Ryan will have 214 yards passin n Turner will have 174 yards rushin n 2 TDs…I bet i get a laugh soon
By You got to be kidding me
September 8, 2008 12:30 AM | Link to this
First I want to thank Arkansas for taking Petrino away from us… Hows that working out for you guys by the way? Second I want to say I was completely wrong when I claimed that drafting Matt Ryan over Dorsey was a mistake! What I saw today on the field of the Georgia Dome was spectacular! My God we look like a football TEAM! For all those still whining about a certain player, get over it… what you have now is a quarterback with diligence who studies film religiously (#7 never did that) has a very good arm and intelligence and two exciting running backs who can give you that excitement you seem to so dearly miss! I’m looking forward to the future and putting the past behind us!
By JimC
September 8, 2008 12:30 AM | Link to this
i’m sitting here in Hawaii with my beautiful wife…paradise. A close second is hearing, reading and dreaming about this game. I missed it; on TV and live, but my son was at the dome. He said it was great.
Loved the article Mr. Bisher…Mahalo (thank you).
By Tony Banford
September 8, 2008 1:29 AM | Link to this
I was at the game, and they played like the Falcons of old!! (You know the ones that one 11 games a few years back) But I’ve been to a lot of Falcons games, and have never seen a team more fired up, and more wanting to win. But this goes out to all you Falcons fans: Come out the Dome and support these guys, I maybe just a crazy fan, but this team may turn some heads this year!! There is no reason why we shouldn’t sell out every game. Man up Falcons fans!!! Let’s do it right this time, and make a statement!!! GO FALCONS!!!
By Drexel Gal
September 8, 2008 2:58 AM | Link to this
To all of you Michael Vick “supporters”:
Face facts. He is a thug. You “support” him only because of his race.
Prove me wrong.
You can’t.
By Calvin G. sims, Sr.
September 8, 2008 3:29 AM | Link to this
I just want to thank the Falcons for one of the most enjoyable days of my life. Football is the only sport that I care for and the Falcons are my favorite team.
From the day they started, I have been a loyal fan and I always will be. I have stuck through thick and thin and never wavered in my support. I never will. There will be losses in the future as well as wins, but today was not just a win.
Today was redemption for all of us who have stood by this team. I would have been here if it had come five years from now, but it came today. I love the Falcons. I always have and I always will.
Go Falcons!!!
By Calvin G. Sims, Sr.
September 8, 2008 3:38 AM | Link to this
It was good to see that big smile on Arthur Blank’s face. He deserved it. He has been through a lot with this team and did not deserve the way he has been treated by coaches Mora & Petrino, nor Players (and I prefer not to mention names - but you know who) and Bill Parcells.
What he does deserve is our patience as well as our gratitude for keeping our beloved Falcons in Atlanta and his diligent effort to build a quality team. Now we see progress. We now have many of the rights players, leaders and coaches and more will be added.
We have long had the right owner.
Go Falcons!!!
By Dirty Bird 98
September 8, 2008 4:46 AM | Link to this
Isn’t it good enough to say it was an impressive win over a bad franchise? Why discredit yourself by basically saying that this week 1 win is the best win in Falcon’s history? No wonder Atlanta sports fans get no respect nationally — we’ve got jesters like Bisher representing us in the media.
By Doug Who?
September 8, 2008 6:34 AM | Link to this
DOUG JOHNSON, SEPTEMBER 7, 2003
Heard it all before.
By bob
September 8, 2008 6:39 AM | Link to this
What a difference a healthy O-line and an experienced O-line coach makes. Also helps to have a coach calling plays you actually practiced. Turner and Norwood were great, but I would like to see Snelling giving Turner a break every now and then. He ran great in pre-season too. Professional coaches make a big difference!
Way to go Falcons
By bob
September 8, 2008 6:40 AM | Link to this
What a difference a healthy O-line and an experienced O-line coach makes. Also helps to have a coach calling plays you actually practiced. Turner and Norwood were great, but I would like to see Snelling giving Turner a break every now and then. He ran great in pre-season too. Professional coaches make a big difference!
Way to go Falcons
By Alan
September 8, 2008 7:24 AM | Link to this
What a great day at the Falcon Dome,Mr. Blank, his staff, the team members, the support group and last but not least, the loyal Falcon fans that came out to support the winners. I hope the nay sayers choked on their words and that they too can now quailfy as true Falcon fans and not just critics that want to be heard. This Falcon team, the coaching staff showed just what they were made of in overcoming the past year and went out on the field to play. Thanks to all from a believer, way to go Arthur.
By littlebird
September 8, 2008 7:41 AM | Link to this
It may be just one win, but OH, WHAT A WIN it was … I think this team has a chip on it’s shoulders … never in the history of the Falcons have I seen such a performance on all fronts!!! THANKS,GUYS!!! Truly an enjoyable football experience. Keep playing like this and who knows what this year could mean to all involved!!!! SUPPORT THE BIRDS and sell out the Dome all season!!!! A big THANK YOU to the coaching staff and front office also!!!!
By Space Mountain
September 8, 2008 9:09 AM | Link to this
Let me savor this moment. Pretty impressive. Tampa will be a real test for this TEAM. Great job all and good luck next week.
By Southern Born
September 8, 2008 9:17 AM | Link to this
“Michael who?”
Michael TURNER, that’s who!
Burn, baby burn!
By Jan
September 8, 2008 9:25 AM | Link to this
The Falcons were really prepared for the game. Fundamentals looked great. Great team effort in a most areas. Out coached the Lions.
But why not run the clock out at the end of the 1st half?
Falcons Fan Forever!
By Longhorn
September 8, 2008 9:36 AM | Link to this
It was a good game for Atlanta. Ryan played well. He does need to take a look at a few passes. There was one at the end of the 2nd quarter that should have been picked and run back for TD by Detroit. He telegraphed the pass all the way, and the velocity of the pass is all that kept the Detroit Linebacker from taking it to the house.
Things like this will determine whether or not he’ll be an elite QB in the NFL. Can he learn to look of that LB in the future? Will he decide not to throw that pass? One game can’t tell us these things, but it’s obvious that he has all the tools to accomplish great things for this team.
By Father Falcon
September 8, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
My dearly departed father would always reach for thre sports page wjth the imperative, “Let’s see what ol’ Furlong Bisher has to say this morning”, as if he were an old highscool pal. He’d be happy to know you’re stiil going strong.
In an age wher journalism has been reduced to the insipidness of FOX News and the endless blogosphere, you sir are one of the last truly great journalists. Thank you for that.
By Lee
September 8, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this
Great job Falcons! A win is a win. The Lions are a Professional Football Team and you guys did what you needed to do and in fine fashion I must say. You have my support. Looking forward to the Bucks next weeks. BRING IT ON!
By Chris Jackson
September 8, 2008 10:47 AM | Link to this
Bisher,
Groping?? and Begging are you at a football game or screwing a slut they call a cheerleader??? would you PLEASE retire you suck an ugly woman’s a* this team WON’T WIN 5 GAMES!!! bank on it or I’ll kiss your a* at the Ga Dome before a game!!!
By jake
September 8, 2008 11:17 AM | Link to this
All we get in S. Ga. are the bucs and jags on tv. There is no radio coverage here either. Somebody pls. help.
By Alan
September 8, 2008 11:47 AM | Link to this
Chris Jackson is a fine example of a do nothing but complain fan, now he is down on the cheer leaders, boy what a loser. Let me say that again (LOSER), ENJOY THE FACT THAT YOU HAVE NO LIFE.
By gp
September 8, 2008 12:04 PM | Link to this
Chris Jackson, you must truly have a miserable life. Very sad for you.
By Wink form Lithonia
September 8, 2008 12:10 PM | Link to this
The falcons have met the expectation of opening day, which is to win the game regardless of opponent; New England or Detroit…just win the game.
In fact they dominated this game except for one moment in time. That moment was affected more by the coaching staff than the players. At this moment we were up 21 -7, less than 2 minutes in the half, on our on 15 yard line with the ball. We should have ran out the clock instead of getting carried away with our success and running our 2 minute offense,throwing the ball. We left to much time on the clock, a short field & exposed our corner backs to an aerial assault. Detroit goes into halftime down 21-14 instead of 21-7.
Great game by Michael Turner; Norwood played his role very nicely. Defense was more than adequate to get the job done. Good day by Abraham & Jamal Anderson got at least a half a sack. Matt Ryan had a very good debut, better than anticipated. He did not hurt us, and the play action fake is outstanding, in hiding the ball and coming up firing.
The dome experience was very good, fans were loud & into the game, even though it was no where near sell out capacity. The entertainment value was high. This was a feel good day of football, which was above expectation.
Kudos to Falcons for one entertaining game!!! Tied for 1 place after one week!!
Go Birds!!
By gabluesdude
September 8, 2008 5:56 PM | Link to this
Hey “doug who” Doug johnson got his shot When vick went down with a broken leg, had been on the team for a while, and was no stranger to the system that was currently in place. Remember that train wreck? So whats the comparison to matt, whos a rookie QB in a new system with a first time head coach as compared to doug johnson on a team with a seasoned head coach in dan reeves?
By Derick Richards
September 8, 2008 6:04 PM | Link to this
I actually watched this entire game, something I’ve been unable to do in recent years, sometimes out of frustration with the mediocrity of performance and displays of spoiled children in men’s bodies crying for attention after making a play they were expected to make all along. This is the first time since the Reeves years that this looked like a team to cheer for. Congratulations to this new administration, new coach, new players, along with those retained for a great performance.
By Mike S
September 9, 2008 8:45 AM | Link to this
I was extremely pleased with the game Sunday, and with the direction the Falcons are headed.
I am excited about Falcons football for the first time in a long time.
On a side note, MeAngelo Hall had a “wonderful” Raiders debut, 3 personal foul penalties and 3 TDs scored against them as a result of his play or penalties.
By Brandon
September 9, 2008 4:53 PM | Link to this
Still I wonder how people say that the Falcons are the worst team in the NFL yet the Raiders are just GOD AWFUL! I guess the pros aren’t so pro after all, all be it it was just one game, but still. I support my team 100%! GO FALCONS!!!
By TAMPA BAY
September 9, 2008 10:27 PM | Link to this
REALITY CHECK - So you beat Detroit, next Disney Land? Listen up you “low self-esteem” losers. First off, Mark Bradley fits you losers well. Enjoy that “college level” victory, now it’s time to face a “real” defense. You might as well put Ryan on the “IRL” right now - thats Injured Reserve List for you fair weathered fans, which means 80 percent of you inbreds.
We beat you with Mike Vick, so just imagine the whooping you gonna get with “Soon to see stretcher” Ryan. We needed an easy win and you are just what the doctor ordered.
Welcome to REALITY! We are going to stack the line with 9 in the box all night, daring that tinkerbell Ryan to pass on us. Oh yeah, throw in a bunch of blitz plays, you will be right back to 1967.
By Shawn dodson
September 10, 2008 10:39 PM | Link to this
I’m a Mike vick Loyalist and i rooted for the falcons from 2001-2006 season.Mike has done so much for the falcons.The way they have turned their backs on him is inhumane.No one in this world is perfect,we all have made some sort of mistake in our lifetime.When the day come that some of you fall short and mess up,will you’ll want to be forgiving?Now that he’s down and at his lowest point people want to give up on him!I think the falcons should have waited on Vick.They owed him that much!He’s the QB that would have led them to the promise land,not this Matt Rayn Bumm!I HOPE that the falcons fall flat on their face every game that they play without the Best QB ALIVE,MICHAEL D. VICK!BELIEVE THAT!!!!!!!!
By Shawn dodson
September 10, 2008 10:39 PM | Link to this
I’m a Mike vick Loyalist and i rooted for the falcons from 2001-2006 season.Mike has done so much for the falcons.The way they have turned their backs on him is inhumane.No one in this world is perfect,we all have made some sort of mistake in our lifetime.When the day come that some of you fall short and mess up,will you’ll want to be forgiving?Now that he’s down and at his lowest point people want to give up on him!I think the falcons should have waited on Vick.They owed him that much!He’s the QB that would have led them to the promise land,not this Matt Rayn Bumm!I HOPE that the falcons fall flat on their face every game that they play without the Best QB ALIVE,MICHAEL D. VICK!BELIEVE THAT!!!!!!!!
By Furman Bisher
September 11, 2008 12:58 AM | Link to this
I have a personal expectation today- changing my colostome bag! I’m older than DIRT! Anybody seen my phone with the REALLY big numbers?!
By johnnyd
September 11, 2008 12:08 PM | Link to this
The main thing i take away from opening weekend is that 5 foot nothing Ben Grimes held calvin johnson in check while D HALL got turned around more than a whirling dirvish
By johnnyd53221
September 11, 2008 12:11 PM | Link to this
oh and by the way TAMPA BAY….nice loss to the saints….having fun being in the cellar of the NFC south below a bunch of inbreds? sorry buddy
By garwoodpr
September 14, 2008 2:14 PM | Link to this
Will the owner of game-day jersey that Matt Ryan wore when playing for Boston College please contact CollegeJersey.com - - Thank you.
By Bill
September 15, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this
After reviewing the video on the NFL Network, I am positive that the “pass” thrown by Jay Cutler of Denver at the end of the game was in fact a lateral! Why, when the ball traveled backwards, was the official blowing his whistle??? A Little League official knows that when a ball leaves the quarterback’s hand and goes backward, it’s a LIVE ball!!! That was the most egregious error by an official I have seen in professional football, and he should be fired. The fact that, with all the electronics available to “get calls right”, the officials still blew the call is a testiment to the bone headed bureaucracy of the NFL. I have no emotional ties to either team, but feel the game has been seriously damaged by incompetence.
By Kenny
September 16, 2008 1:46 PM | Link to this
I have been a Falcons Fan since 1966 and we suck ! Steve to us to a playoff( too much Roger), Chris too us to a Super Bowl( Too much John) and Mike took us to the NFC Championship (too much TO)
Soory folks we have a long way to go and if Matt is going to be the guy, he need a Veteran to learn from ! This is going to another long and sad season. Go Falcons !
We will get back on track!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By Darrell Robinson
September 29, 2008 11:08 AM | Link to this
I predicted 4 loses in a row that’s 1 ….3 more to go as i have said the Falcons will win 4 or 5 games in a garbage division …that does not say too much ….they are better than last year but i don’t see no super bowl no time soon….they have the softest schedule in football which helps sew how Matt Ryan is looking…..time will tell but i thought that was a terrible pick …we will see …but i still stand by what i said.
By Druid Hills Hi Class of 68
October 12, 2008 10:14 PM | Link to this
MR. BISHER,————-You are a cool dude.I told my brother-in-law,way back in 1971 that there was an umpire in football and he said I was wrong and to prove it. So I called you at home and you verified I was correct.Those were the good ol’ days,— when Norm Van Brocklin wore a white shirt and tie, smoking a Chesterfield while coaching the Falcons.(QBs Bob Lee and Dick Shiner).When Dan Reaves brought the Broncos to play at old Atlanta/Fulton County stadium he said the field was the worst in all the NFL,(and actually dangerous for the players). The article you wrote about the history of Hilton Head Island was fantastic. You described the island and it’s growth over the years so perfectly, and especially Charles Fraser.-* GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY*—-GO -FALCONS
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