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Sunday, September 30, 2007
Falcons finally win
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The Falcons finally have a win.
The Falcons defeated Houston, 26-16, at the Georgia Dome to improve to 1-3. Quarterback Joey Harrington matched former Falcons backup Matt Schaub to give Bobby Petrino his first NFL victory.
Harrington threw for 223 yards, completing 23-of-29 passes, and two touchdowns — both to Michael Jenkins. Morten Anderson added four field goals.
Houston, without starting running back Ahman Green and it’s two top receivers, threw for over 300 yards, but in the end turnovers, penalties and a costly missed field goal did in the Texans.
Falcons cornerback DeAngelo Hall did not start the game and sat out the first quarter. He entered the game on the first play of the second quarter.
