Falcons

By **Frederick (Bailey) Douglass**

November 13, 2008 7:09 AM | Link to this

Orlando,

The Broncos are about to get mauled. They have no running game, and they can’t stop the run. We rush the passer fairly well and have one of the best running offenses in the league. THIS, my FRIEND is a recipe for disaster…

Like last week with Brees, look for Marshall and Cutler to hook up a few times, but it will lead to field goals. Look for the Burner to have a big day, and for our play-action pass to be HUGE!! I’m hoping to see #19 break loose this week and catch a few balls down the field (he did earn his way back on the field with a monster block last week for Norwood).

What is your feel on Brookings vs. #54? Do you think Brookings is having a good year? What about the free safety? Last, is there any word on when Baker MIGHT be back?

By Frederick...

November 13, 2008 7:24 AM | Link to this

…if you are going to blog at least know the proper name - it is Brooking, no S! And, Brooking is still a stiff and past his prime and needs to go the way of Jennings (i.e. - waived)! Brees made mince meat of him in the 4th quarter on every thrid and long - just find who Keith was covering and throw it there because he was sure to be, and was, open!

By **Frederick (Bailey) Douglass**

November 13, 2008 7:41 AM | Link to this

Got it! Brooking without the “s” and certainly without zone drop coverage skills. Glad you saw it the way I did (but when will the coaches see it?)

By Smell Playoffs

November 13, 2008 8:25 AM | Link to this

Can’t wait for the game Sunday. I think FBD was right about big stats leading to few scores for the Broncos. We should be able to continue our clock-eating formula against them and make big plays when they are needed. Defense is just good enough to keep us in any game and the O is clickin’. I’m saying 31-20 Falcons.

As for Big Grady, hang in there big fella’. He knows he’s in the right or he wouldn’t be pushing so hard to clear his name. (Please hold back your Roger Clemens references b/c I believe Grady)

Finally, Matty Ice deserves AND can handle every bit of praise about to be heaped on him. He’s the next big thing and his head is firmly on his shoulders. Don’t expect any pictures of him smoking a fatty in da club anytime soon. RYAN FOR PRESIDENT 2028! (After 2 or 3 Superbowls and MVP’s of course)

By jeanE

November 13, 2008 8:39 AM | Link to this

My sons’ name is Matty and he thinks it’s really cool that Ryan’s nickname is Matty Ice, so I like Matty Ice!! It is absolutely ridiculous if they suspend ginormous Grady for Sterioids!! It would be a huge loss, no pun intended, for the Birds. He not only adds bulk but some veteran savvy to this young team. I say protest it! If we can stop Cutler, they don’t have much else. I am so impressed with our secondary, sorry Brent, it looks like you lost your job. Go Finn (my fave Falcon)!!

By VickWho?

November 13, 2008 8:48 AM | Link to this

Grady on Roids???? LMAO You mean the chicken he eats?

The Denver game will be a time clock lesson. How can we control the ball for 50mins, we’ll let them have it for 10mins. It’s going to be a shoot out, but they won’t have enough time to produce points. We’ll probably run a two back offense with Turner and Norwood. If the score really gets up there, I’d like to see Snelling get some carries. He’s tough.

Why is Brooking on the field, is #54 that bad? The guy’s very slow. He’s a good team player in the locker room, but he’s always out of position. I love the guy, but there has to be space on the coaching squad we can put him. Next year draft the kid from Ohio State or that Big Monster from Bama.

Go Falcons

By mars

November 13, 2008 9:02 AM | Link to this

Matty Ice will do. Matthew Ice sounds like a mediocre rapper. Sounds like a tight butted principal or minister trying to ‘hang with the young people’. Just stop it.

By tp

November 13, 2008 9:05 AM | Link to this

I see the Denver game as the “battle of the first quarter scripts”. Both Coach Shanahan and Mularkey like to script the first dozen or so offensive plays, so it will be interesting to see who gets off to the faster start. In the end, though, I think this game will be decided in the last few minutes. And I can’t help but think it will be a game-winning field goal by either ex-Falcon Prater or ex-Bronco Elam - a ‘script’ fit for NFL Films.

As for Matt Ryan, it’s just hard to fathom he’s a rookie. I can’t think of any player, let alone quarterback, with less than three years of NFL experience I’d take over him.

P.S. I think Albert Haynesworth is going to look very nice in a Falcons uniform next year…

By Singletary

November 13, 2008 9:13 AM | Link to this

Give it up. Matty Ice. College buddies named him, and we can do no less after Chicago. As his mother’s Tshirt said “GOT ICE?”

My spouse constantly yells “Go Dorsey” whenever MR makes good plays … because I was a fan of drafting him third, proving once and for all I am not up for TD’s job.

Lay off on Brooking. During the first year of transition to the defensive communications device, they wanted a veteran who knew BVG who could adapt quickly. (I thought Smitty was crazy to bring in that wayward coach until Brooking said he is the best.) The entire defense is young other than Brooking and Milloy. He will probably be gone next year and Milloy the following, but for now I have to believe their experience is a benefit to teach the younger players.

I mean, can you really argue with a lot of the decisions this team has made this year?

Go Falcs.

By C rock

November 13, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

I’m in favor or the nickname “ICEMAN”. The other sounds like a Pee Wee football moniker. Let us keep the Kool-Aid in the fridge for a couple more games. We have to go at least 3 and 3 in our division to have a legitimate shot at playoffs. Other than that I love what the Falcons have accomplished this year. What sport show said we would be 1-15 at best 3-13 this year?

By Blake

November 13, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this

mars, You made me laugh out loud. You should be a comedy writer.

Great discussion, everyone. I agree with the critics about Brooking, however, I also believe Singletary is spot-on with his analysis of the situation. The new management, and especially the coaches, know exactly what they’re doing. Brooking has lost a few steps, granted, but his coaching skills are too valuable on the field to simply bench him. It all goes back to what Smitty has been saying since he arrived: this is a PROCESS…be patient, everyone.

By Ediola12

November 13, 2008 10:02 AM | Link to this

I still want to know why “ice”? Is it because he is cool under pressure or what?

By mars

November 13, 2008 10:08 AM | Link to this

Ummmmmmm…Yes.

By mars

November 13, 2008 10:10 AM | Link to this

Ummmmmmm…..yes.

By Johnny B

November 13, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this

I believe the Falcons get it done Sunday! I do not believe it will be the blow out many expect. I expect us to control the clock and have a solid running attack all game.

The Broncos have a great QB and an explosive offense….they will keep it close but the Falcons win and continue their winning ways! Come on over and “taste” the Kool-Aid Chris, it ain’t half bad!

What about the other 5 or 6 players named in the steroid / band substance / diuretic investigation? Are they all suspended / Under appeal and it is for the same OTC med?

We definitely need BIG Grady, he is a force and a presence to be reckoned with…Surely the NFL can see through this one!

By doc

November 13, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this

ICEMAN!!!! I like that.

By row3

November 13, 2008 10:39 AM | Link to this

If we go with ICEMAN who’s going to be GOOSE.

By mars

November 13, 2008 10:44 AM | Link to this

Oh no! Oh,no no no please God no!

By Rufio

November 13, 2008 10:47 AM | Link to this

Heres a couple… they may have been taken, but im just not sure:

• Mr. Freeze

• Vanilla Ice (Remember, hes white, im sure that Vick supporter will remind us some time today)

• Ice Cube

I’m partial to Mr. Freeze, I mean arnold has some pretty good leadership skills right? plus, i haven’t gotten to hear him rap yet.

By htwo0rider

November 13, 2008 10:49 AM | Link to this

Nice post Singletary. I was mostly in the Dorsey camp before the draft, but sure glad TD doesn’t listen to the media, fans, or even some people in the Falcons organization regarding talent evaluation. If my wife knew who Dorsey is she would be yelling at me also.

Moreover, I don’t know about most of you, but every time I watch the Falcons, I still can’t believe thats our team. I’ve got a buddy who is a Miami fan, and the way we see it, Falcons Dolphins XLIII.

Keeping it real though, if they make the playoffs, I would be thrilled. Playoffs…are we actually talking playoffs!

By Rufio

November 13, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this

Heres a couple… they may have been taken, but im just not sure:

• Mr. Freeze

• Vanilla Ice (Remember, hes white, im sure that Vick supporter will remind us some time today)

• Ice Cube

I’m partial to Mr. Freeze, I mean arnold has some pretty good leadership skills right? plus, i haven’t gotten to hear him rap yet.

By mars

November 13, 2008 10:52 AM | Link to this

OK! Uncle! I give! Matthew Ice it is, Parson Ledbetter. Just promise me that when you ‘rap with the youth group’ you’ll steer them away from cheesy nicknames!

By guy

November 13, 2008 10:59 AM | Link to this

The Denver game will Look alot like The Saint did last sunday. The Falcons lead by Matty Ice will be able to run up and down the field against a denver team that couldnt stop the Detroit Lions. 7-3 here we come. Start the playoff talk!! Oh Grady Jackson and steroids that doesnt even sound right let alone look right.

By scrapiron

November 13, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this

Why don’t you arm chair coaches quit being so hard on #54. I take it from your comments that you know football inside and out. The key you are missing this year as in the past you don’t understant the importance of having Brooking to tie the defense together for the young folks that are playing their tails off.

By scrapiron

November 13, 2008 11:02 AM | Link to this

Why don’t you arm chair coaches quit being so hard on #54. I take it from your comments that you know football inside and out. The key you are missing this year as in the past you don’t understand the importance of having Brooking to tie the defense together for the young folks that are playing their tails off.

By MIghtyQuinn

November 13, 2008 11:05 AM | Link to this

I agree on “ICEMAN!” with Turner as “GOOSE!

By Dave W

November 13, 2008 11:11 AM | Link to this

Matthew Ice sounds like a lame rapper’s name! How about ‘Mattice’, pronounced like the French artist. Ryan paints his passes to myriad receivers and sculpts our offensive game plan with the control of a seasoned master artist. As for Grady, we should all email the NFL to reconsider their stand on this bogus steroid masking accusation. As for Denver, if our corners play half as well as last week, we should win by more than a TD. I loved watching the hybrid corner/safety Foxworth in the NO game and he should have special incentive against Denver. All of our DB’s played very well. Actually, the whole friggin’ team did. GO FALCONS!

By row3

November 13, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this

Keith Brooking is #56 His replacement is #54

By mars

November 13, 2008 11:18 AM | Link to this

Ugh!!! I can’t take the nicknames! You people leave me no choice but to go back to work. Another day ruined!

By Heavy D

November 13, 2008 11:19 AM | Link to this

I agree Brooking has lost a step, but in alot of the situations that the passes were completed on him he was suppose to have safety help over the top. That may have been the break down in coverages Smity was talking about in his news conference, but we have a team that nobody points fingers and falcons fans should be the same way.

By FalconFan423

November 13, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

Hey D led is Rachel Nichols single?

By Heavy D

November 13, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

I agree Brooking has lost a step, but in alot of the situations that the passes were completed on him he was suppose to have safety help over the top. That may have been the break down in coverages Smity was talking about in his news conference, but we have a team that nobody points fingers and falcons fans should be the same way.

By Heavy D

November 13, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

I agree Brooking has lost a step, but in alot of the situations that the passes were completed on him he was suppose to have safety help over the top. That may have been the break down in coverages Smity was talking about in his news conference, but we have a team that nobody points fingers and falcons fans should be the same way.

By michaelgee

November 13, 2008 11:23 AM | Link to this

we are winning games, change NOTHING!

Matty Ice is Nice!

By cindy fella

November 13, 2008 11:24 AM | Link to this

here are a few suggestions 1- cold guy 2- brrrrrrrrrr! 3- mr. shivers 4-celsius man 5- the snowman 6-mattsicle 7-blizzard boy

By KneeJerk

November 13, 2008 11:27 AM | Link to this

No nickname needed. Matt Ryan is alright.

By D. Orlando Ledbetter

November 13, 2008 11:28 AM | Link to this

Adam Jennings was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions to bolster their special teams. He could be returning punts for them on Sunday against Carolina.

By Dave W

November 13, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this

BTW scrapiron, Brooking is #56, and S. N. is #54. As far as who plays, I think we should let our coaching staff make those decisions. Does any blogger know more than our experienced coaches or seen more film on every player and every play in games and practice? lol.

By BigJohn

November 13, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this

Iceman’s RIO was Slider not Goose. Goose was with Maverick. Now figure out what nickname to use…LOL…

Great season! It’s good to see leadership and teamwork. Players not yelling at one another and a QB that leads and talks to his men. Receivers who catch the ball most of the time. What showed me the most was how Ryan reacted to the missed catch by Roddy White. He didn’t blow up, he smiled and patted him on the helmet. This is leadership and teamwork.

The playoffs aren’t out of the question but they have to beat Tampa and Carolina when they come to town…

By Rufio

November 13, 2008 11:49 AM | Link to this

Jennings being signed to “bolster” anything other than the fan’s disappointment is a joke.

Desperation is a stinky cologne.

By jack Emerson

November 13, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this

Even with Ryan on it, I can’t stomach the ESPN Countdown or wrap up shows. Berman makes my ears bleed.

By Hawkers2

November 13, 2008 11:52 AM | Link to this

He could be fair catching and muffing punts for the Lions on Sunday. I doubt he will be returning punts, he might get hit or something.

By Brent S.

November 13, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this

Let me just say here that I don’t think there is ANY body in Atlanta as big a Keith Brooking fan as I am. Since I love Georgia Tech and he is an alumni that is one big reason. I also have posters, jersey’s, etc of him… That having been said, while I was watching the Saints game, I was getting frustrated on the 3rd and 4th and longs myself. Granted, like a blogger said previously, Keith should’ve had help from Milloy but I don’t know if it’s just that Brooking is having to get readjusted to being OLB again or if his age is starting to catch up with him? I haven’t seen him intercept a pass in a year and a half although I am willing to give him a “pass” (no pun intended) from last year just b/c the whole organization was in the toilet. I think Brooking has one solid year left in him. He signed a 7 year deal back in 2002 so we have him under contract until 2009 but the Falcons can terminate that whenever they want..haha. They may let him play one more year and then waive him before his final contract year, or possibly trade him. But I don’t see a trade happening b/c of the mainstay he has been in Atlanta. They will most likely allow him to retire a Falcon on his own terms and his own time frame but they could push that issue a little bit if they decide to go with a younger player at that position. Either way, the Falcons are doing great this year. I have told friends that if the Falcons finish anywhere between 6-10 or 8-8, then Mike Smith SHOULD get coach of the year. But heck, with the way we’re playing now, we could finish 10-6. And if things really bounce our way, 11-5!! It could happen!!

By Realist

November 13, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this

I’m happy for Jennings that he got another shot. Good luck to him. No doubt the Falcons made the right move by letting him go, though.

By Falcon Chief

November 13, 2008 12:06 PM | Link to this

Brandon Marshall can get 200 yards receiving as long as we keep him and Royal out of the endzone. It will make no difference except the stat book.

November 23rd is our make-it-or-break it game. We win and I think we take a playoff spot. We lose and we are looking at a 10-6 season watching the Giants, Redskins, Bucs, Cards, Panthers and Vikes in the post season. There is going to be a 10-6 or 11-5 team in the NFC who misses the play-offs. Lets hope its the Bucs or Redskins.

I expect Brooking to retire after this year, especially if we go deep into the play-offs.

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 12:19 PM | Link to this

What about Matt “Ice Bird” Ryan instead of Ice Berg.

After all he was an Eagle and now he’s a Falcon

By Turd Ferguson

November 13, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this

Big Grady on steroids…ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha….the only thing he’s shooting up is cookie dough and skittles. Much love to tha big man though. This sounds like one of those genuine cases where it may be in the NFL’s interest to let this one slide. Grady is a force in the middle for the Falcons and the defense would really miss not having him there. As far as, Matty ICE…the man just plays football, loves the game and wants to win. He could probably care less about any award.

By Turd Ferguson

November 13, 2008 12:28 PM | Link to this

Big Grady on steroids…ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha….the only thing he’s shooting up is cookie dough and skittles. Much love to tha big man though. This sounds like one of those genuine cases where it may be in the NFL’s interest to let this one slide. Grady is a force in the middle for the Falcons and the defense would really miss not having him there. As far as, Matty ICE…the man just plays football, loves the game and wants to win. He could probably care less about any award.

By JJB

November 13, 2008 1:02 PM | Link to this

Rufio.

Desperation is a stinky cologne.

Great Supertroopers reference!!!

By Dmac

November 13, 2008 1:18 PM | Link to this

Michael Turner should be able to cover up any Defensive weakness we might have against the Denver Offense. I look for Norwood to have a good game as well. Hopefully we can get up early in the game and get a win… What will that game with Carolina be like if we beat Denver…?

By Ryno

November 13, 2008 1:25 PM | Link to this

A friend of mine made me a T-shirt on an old t-shirt press he bought at an auction.

It’s got a picture of Ryan with a larger picture of the dome superimposed in the background. At the bottom is says

“Welcome to Mattlanta!”

I love it and will wear it on Sunday.

By BugKiller

November 13, 2008 1:29 PM | Link to this

People!!!

Iceman’s RIO was Slider.

Not Goose. Plus, Goose dies.

So, Matty Ice becomes ICEMAN

&

with his ability slide in and out of holes in the oline, or in and out of coverage, Norwood becomes Slider.

Turner is already The Burner. It works.

We have ICEMAN and SLIDER and THE BURNER.

By Terrance Mathis

November 13, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this

I didn’t understand you “let’s draft Dorsey” guys — what did you want, Chris Redman under center? Joey Harrington? The Falcons can’t beat their own meat with those bozos running the offense. We needed a QB and we got the best available. Next season, we’ll address the hole at DE. In Dimitroff we trust -

NFC Champs 09!

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this

DENVER’S DEFENSE LOOKS BAD ON PAPER ONLY

BECAUSE UNLIKE THESE LOSERS THEY HAVE ACTUALLY PLAYED AGAINST AND BEAT TEAMS NOT NAMED DETROIT OR OAKLAND.

EVEN IF THEY ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO SLIDE PAST DENVER

CAROLINA IS NOT EATING TURKEY —— IT WILL BE LAME FALCON :)

By joe white

November 13, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this

As a 15year season ticket holder I am so excited. Matt is the truth and our team is just a good as anyone in the league.Time for Brooking to play only run defense and in the pass defense we need to keep Stephen Nichols in there on pass downs.

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 2:13 PM | Link to this

72-MILLION STOLEN DOLLARS, THE FACE OF THE FRANCHISE; MORE LIKE A BUST, HE IS LEAF IN DISQUISE. A 72 QB RATING, ON THE ROAD; CAN’T EXTEND RUSHES, HE IS AS SLOW AS A TOAD. ENJOY YOUR 6-3, CAROLINA II IS WATITING; BEING PIMPED BY TAMPA & CAROLINA, THERE IS NO DEBATING. 2004 AND COUNTING, THE LAST POST SEASON; ON TV YOU LOSERS WILL BE WATCHING, YOU KNOW THE REASON. THE CURSE OF MV7, WILL BE TOLD; AS CAROLINA & MV7, ARE THE TOAST OF 2010 SUPERBOWL.

By Cold Nub

November 13, 2008 2:23 PM | Link to this

Go Falcons!

By elephanthead

November 13, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this

You guys with the Top Gun references do realize you are analyzing possibly the gayest moive ever made, right? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyN8VN4BSzM

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 2:24 PM | Link to this

Vick Supporter 2-Actually they have played Oakland…you know the game Eddie Royal made your boy D-hall look like a renta corner…. YOU duche bag

And the Broncos have actully lost to the Chiefs……YOU duche bag

Your so freakin lame dude it isn’t even funny.

Oh wait I just D-Hall-He said thanks for the support and sorry he didn’t get his pick 6 like you prognasticated AHHAAHHAHAHAHAHAHAH

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 2:32 PM | Link to this

Signing the biggest contract in the league then going to jail.

That my dear friend is a bust.

OH yeah and his passing rating is 89.9

thats 11th in the league YOU DUCHE BAG

HAHAHAHAH You can’t even get that right

By JJ

November 13, 2008 2:43 PM | Link to this

Are their 2 wild cards in nfc + 4 div. winners? Nice to see you “he who shall not be named”, you’re weekly pics and banter have proven comical! Anyone watch mike and mike in the am? Golic has picked against the falcons almost every week (he even picked the raiders)! So I e-mail every week, pleading with him to keep up his pics against us. He’s becoming as bad as greenie! Ok, I’ll put the kool-aid down! Cannot wait until sundays now, just takes so long to get there! Go Falcons!

By BugKiller

November 13, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this

Anyone who supports Vick should be shot.

In the head.

Vick supporters, much like their hero, are sociopaths. Totally without empathy. Without the ability to comprehend right from wrong.

They’re probably all crack heads, too. At the very least, they’re alcoholics on welfare.

There’s no bigger loser in this entire world than a sad, pitiful man who supports Mike Vick.

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 2:54 PM | Link to this

72-MILLION STOLEN DOLLARS, THE FACE OF THE FRANCHISE; MORE LIKE A BUST, HE IS LEAF IN DISQUISE. A 72 QB RATING, ON THE ROAD; CAN’T EXTEND RUSHES, HE IS AS SLOW AS A TOAD. ENJOY YOUR 6-3, CAROLINA II IS WATITING; BEING PIMPED BY TAMPA & CAROLINA, THERE IS NO DEBATING. 2004 AND COUNTING, THE LAST POST SEASON; ON TV YOU LOSERS WILL BE WATCHING, YOU KNOW THE REASON. THE CURSE OF MV7, WILL BE TOLD; AS CAROLINA & MV7, ARE THE TOAST OF 2010 SUPERBOWL.

By C rock

November 13, 2008 2:59 PM | Link to this

It’s settled. Lets see some ICEMAN banners Sunday. Is someone at AJC reading this. Stop with the Matty Ice, Ryan is in the NFL now and kicking butt. Look out Denver the ICEMAN cometh.

By monty

November 13, 2008 3:13 PM | Link to this

THE ICEMAN COMETH!!

THe only thing better than watching MIke Vick scramble for a 50 yard tovhdown run is watching Matt Ryan delivering a catchable ball to our receivers in stride, Vick was a superb athlete and a one man show. but Ryan makes everyone else a better player.

By monty

November 13, 2008 3:20 PM | Link to this

I used to watch Joe Mantana come into Atlanta and disect our defense with surgical precision. WE now have our Joe Montana!

By JJ

November 13, 2008 3:34 PM | Link to this

Nfl.com - stats Iceman - 11th rated qb. 89.9 rating Donovan Mc - 10th rated qb. 90.7 rating

He is a ROOKIE and has a higher qb rating than: farve, garcia, cutler, BOTH mannings, collins, delhomme, roethlisberger, the list goes on!

So that is a 72 million dollar bust?

Obviously, as you have said many times, crack kills and its killing your brain cells because you my friend are ignorant of the facts. But please, keep up your rants! I enjoy the hate spewed comedy relief you bring to this blog. May god be with you! peace! PS- GUESS WHO HAD A 75.7 / 73.1 QB RATING IN 2005/2006? COME ON, GUESS?

By Dale

November 13, 2008 3:38 PM | Link to this

Please tell me that you did NOT just go third person on us D-Led! No! No you di’uhn!

:-D

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 3:41 PM | Link to this

NAME THIS PLAYER

46 WINS AS A STARTER

MVP CANDIDATE IN 1ST YEAR AS A STARTER

3-PRO BOWLS

1ST QB TO BEAT BRETT FAVRE IN GREENBAY IN PLAYOFFS

ONLY QB SINCE 1998 TO LEAD TEAM TO CHAMPIONSHIP GAME

HINT——-IT WAS NOT A POCKET PASSER :)

72-MILLION STOLEN DOLLARS, THE FACE OF THE FRANCHISE; MORE LIKE A BUST, HE IS LEAF IN DISQUISE. A 72 QB RATING, ON THE ROAD; CAN’T EXTEND RUSHES, HE IS AS SLOW AS A TOAD. ENJOY YOUR 6-3, CAROLINA II IS WATITING; BEING PIMPED BY TAMPA & CAROLINA, THERE IS NO DEBATING. 2004 AND COUNTING, THE LAST POST SEASON; ON TV YOU LOSERS WILL BE WATCHING, YOU KNOW THE REASON. THE CURSE OF MV7, WILL BE TOLD; AS CAROLINA & MV7, ARE THE TOAST OF 2010 SUPERBOWL.

By Tony C.

November 13, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this

The kid’s been “Matty Ice” since HS. besides, dude’s only 22(!) maybe by the end of his contract “Matthew Ice” will sound a little bit better.

And to whoever asked if the kid was “cool under pressure”-

Dude.

Did you see the Chicago game?

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 3:52 PM | Link to this

QB RATING VS TAMPA/CAROLINA/PHILLY

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?playerId=11237

VS TAMPA…..29.6

VS CAROLINA……60.8

VS PHILLY……..68.1

BOTTOM LINE……72-MILLION BUST

REAL DEFENSES MATTER—-NOT WEAK ONES

By uga_b

November 13, 2008 4:07 PM | Link to this

Led, Matty Ice in based on a nick name for Natural Ice Beer (Natty Ice)—Natural Light being Natty Light. In college and high school that is how we referred to it. Okay, sometimes Nasty Light if you didn’t like it.

Therefore, it would have to be Mattural Ice, which just sounds stupid. Let him keep the fratboy pledge name: Matty Ice.

Just like Matt, Natty Ice is only good when its cool, so we should never say he has the hot hand or on fire. Warm Natty Ice is like Kirk Kittner. Sorry—too easy.

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 4:18 PM | Link to this

Vick Supporter 2

Wins matter-not Pass rating

Mike Vick-The 130 million dollar bust

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 4:32 PM | Link to this

IF WINS MATTER…MV7 HAD 46 2ND HIGHEST IN TEAM HISTORY

DIDN’T HEAR ANYBODY SAYING WINS MATTERS WHEN HE WAS WINNING :)

BUST 2009

GO PANTHERS!

PANTHERS & TAMPA BAY OWN’S LEAF :)

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 13, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this

WINS DO MATTER

VS TAMPA……LOST

VS CAROLINA….LOST

VS PHILLY……LOST

REST MY CASE :)

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 4:47 PM | Link to this

More like 40-30-1 including the playoffs.

Ask Trent Dilfer if wins matter.

Ryan is ROY.

Mike Vick career record vs. Tampa and Carolina 9-9 .500%

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 4:49 PM | Link to this

WINS DO MATTER

6-3- Rookie of the year.

I rest my case

By saint

November 13, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this

Matty Ice and Matthew are too Bostonian. ICEMAN is not bad. DOL should start his own contest for a Ryan moniker.

“Goose” sounds like when Turner runs into the lineman when they don’t open up holes.

DOL should start a new, Falcon’s “name for Ryan”, contest.

By D.Ellis

November 13, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this

Mike Vick-Career recrod vs. Philly 1-3

By ExodusMentality

November 13, 2008 4:54 PM | Link to this

I’m torn. Iceman would be better, just so we could stick Norwood with Slider and save him from Crazy Legs. But it’s hard to ask a guy to give up a long held nickname. D Led, I expect you to report back with young Mr. Ryan’s opinion on all this nickname business. You started it, so finish it. Set up the AJC poll, call the commissioner, do whatever needs to be done, but don’t let this drag out all season. It could be an unwanted distraction.

As for ESPN and all the other national sports shows, It has been painful to watch as they either ignore the Falcons or constantly harp on the past, or how bad we were, or how we were only beating bad teams. These days, there’s a quiet respect for the Falcons in most circles. NFL Live asked the question whether the AFC East or the NFC East was more likely to get 3 teams into the playoffs and one of the commentators said the Atlanta Falcons and the NFC south was going to have a lot to say about that. We haven’t had this much swagger since the golden days of “he who must not be named”. I can watch pre-game shows again, and be almost sure to see a Falcons highlight. Yet another sign of a franchise back on the rise.

And Big Gravy should be applauded for whatever the hell he has to do to get that much man moving with that much purpose. Man that big should get a pass for damn near anything he does to get on the field. And the lawyer in me says, the rules are ridiculous if you get in trouble even when you can show you used all the due diligence that you possibly could have to stay on the right side of those rules; and in fact aren’t even accused of using performance enhancing substances.

By BX

November 13, 2008 5:12 PM | Link to this

Matty Ice and IceMan both seem a little lame.

I submit- The IceMATT

By The G

November 13, 2008 5:15 PM | Link to this

Interesting stat about Ryan’s QB rating against Carolina, Tampa, and Philadelphia. Did anyone else notice that with each game it was getting better? That’s another difference between Vick and Ryan, Ryan keeps getting better and his team keeps getting better; Vick and his team stayed the same.

By Boo Boo

November 13, 2008 5:20 PM | Link to this

Hey Ledbetter,

Now that you are an ESPN celebrity, do you think you can refer back to game notes when you write articles? Like when referring to the Falcon’s loss to the Eagles? After the muffed punt the Eagles did not run out the clock, they ran Westbrook 40-somthing yards to a TD, turning a 6-point deficit into a 13-point blow-out. Jennings was not waived because his mistake let the Eagles run out the clock. He let the Eagles rub salt in that wound, while guaranteeing a loss.

Steroid use does not guarantee a career in the Oily Muscle Flexing League. Grady trying that sport would gag most normal human beings out. Steroid use means, with exercise and weight training the muscles exercised bloat like balloons. Steroids make it easier to get a neck like a bull, biceps that need rubber bands around them, and calves like someone wedged an anvil under the skin. Steroids use, when one is not motivated to do a lot of weight training (but motivated to eat), means one looks like Grady, while being strong as an ox. Not a bad thing to be when playing Defensive Nose Guard/Tackle. Just because Grady doesn’t look muscular doesn’t mean he isn’t right along with everyone else doing steroids, and because of that he very well could be taking the banned substance to mask such steroid use. Who knows? How about his appeal being judged by on the spot blood and urine analysis? No steroids in that (assuming he is no longer taking the papaya stuff), then he gets a “get out of suspension free card”.

Maybe someday the NFL will be like the Olympics or the Tour de France, where they make all contestants pee in a cup (in front of an official), and disqualify whoever tests positive for that game or event, or ban them for life for multiple disqualifications. Only then will steroids get out of American sports. But, as long as bull necks equal million dollar salaries, players will lie, cheat, and steal for the golden ring. Meanwhile, us lowlifes just pay the bills for everyone.

By C rock

November 13, 2008 5:40 PM | Link to this

Icematt??? No way! Matt Ryan if all things stay the same will probably be rookie of the year, and we going to go with Icematt? Come on Tony C, I know you still aren’t called the same names as when you were in school. All nicknames are lame to some extent, but the boy has turned into a man in the nfl, so we don’t need no contest, the ICEMAN gives credit to his past, and his future. DOL if you read this we need AJC help to let the word out that the ICEMAN cometh.

By D. Orlando Ledbetter

November 13, 2008 5:40 PM | Link to this

Don’t like ICEMAN. That’s already taken by George Gervin, the sliky smooth former ABA and NBA hooper.

Boo Boo thanks for pointing out the Westbrook TD run.

Don’t know if Rachel is single. Nice person, though.

Hey Jennings could actually help out the Falcons. Just say he decides to show his inner Devin Hester on punt returns and he takes two back to help defeat Carolina.

By mars

November 13, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

Matty Ice will do just fine. VS2, you are a loser for trashing the Falcons. You are a loser for trashing a QB that is doing a wonderful job, and certainly has done nothing to deserve you despite. You are a loser for blaming everyone besides Vick for the sins that Vick himself committed. And finally, you are a loser for being obnoxious.

By bbbbbbb

November 13, 2008 6:04 PM | Link to this

I think you need to check your punctuation and grammar if you are going to make a living in the communications industry….

By Ken Strickland

November 13, 2008 6:09 PM | Link to this

Condidering the teams success, and how successful our coaches and GM have been in their overall judgement, why don’t you complainers let the coaches judge Brooking’s preformance and/or value. If he’s hurting the DEF, I think they would know better than any of us and wouldn’t hesitate in making a change.

The following info is for anyone making an issue of who the Falcons have beaten and who has beaten us. IF THE FALCONS WIN MORE GMS THAN ANYONE ELSE IN OUR CONFERENCE, WE WILL BE CHAMPIONS OF THE NFC SOUTH AND IT WON’T MATTER WHO WE BEAT OR WHO BEAT US. You’re simply making a fool of yourself by making an issue of something so trival and of so little consequence. A WIN IS A WIN.

VICK SUPPORTER 2-The Panthers have beaten the Bears, Chiefs, Saints and Oakland just like us and will play Detroit Sunday. So how stupid do you have to be to make an issue of the teams we’re playing when your team is playing the same teams.

By a fan

November 13, 2008 7:24 PM | Link to this

Mr. Ledbetter Do you or any employee at the ajc have the power to bump/exile a blogger from this blog?

Every falcon fan can see that this blog was going great with insight and constructive criticism until mv2 showed up at 2:00pm.

Is there any IT guy out there that can show the guys at ajc to regulate this blog?

Lets keep it to 2008 falcons!

By ladiesman3000

November 13, 2008 7:29 PM | Link to this

Rachel Nichols is HOT!!!!!!!!

By rms

November 13, 2008 7:50 PM | Link to this

I hope the Birds dont lay an egg when they play the Broncos on Sunday. If they just stick with their game plan and make Cutler throw the ball sooner than he wants to the Falcons should have a good chance. But they are blowing me away with their outstanding play. I didnt look forward to the season this year because I thought we would be really bad, but I like our chances even if we miss the playoffs at least it was exciting and we had something to cheer about. Vick Supporter 2, you are idiot!!

By Brent S.

November 13, 2008 8:01 PM | Link to this

Vick Supporter…shut up dude. I loved MV7 as much as anyone but they guy is a freakin’ moron. There is NO way you can even compare the two. All these stats you give regarding Vick don’t mean jack now. He screwed himself, his team, the fans and this city!!!! I’m all for 2nd chances but the Vick era is over in the ATL and there’s a new sheriff in town. The best medicine for Vick now is to watch the Falcons from prison and have him say to himself, “I really screwed myself here.” He HAD his chance here and blew it!!! So please for the sack of this blog…GET OVER YOURSELF!!!!!!

By FALCON FAN

November 13, 2008 8:16 PM | Link to this

I too was a huge mv7 fan. then one day I heard him talking in an interview and realized he had the brain of a 10 year old. All the talent in the world can’t help pure stupidity. Classic example of an idiot that didn’t pay attention in school because he thought his talent was all that mattered. GOOD RIDDANCE!

By richbrave

November 13, 2008 10:05 PM | Link to this

HISTORYLAND:

Got to see DR. “J” and the ICEMAN as rookies here in RICHMOND with GEORGE FOREMAN’s VIRGINIA SQUIRES. That is, me and 85 other people. Loved the dulcet tones of MARTY BRENNEMAN. Also a rookie.

By JoeBrave

November 13, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this

Hey VickJock Sniffer2, Dude I’d like to invite You to a meeting, It will be located at the Highest Tree in Atlanta, there is a Rope there with Your Name on it, Complimentary Photo,and Vixk Jcok strap included for Your Final Meal!!! Dude You have the IQ of a one-eyed possum,can’t see the road,and can’t stay out of it either!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Professor Ice

November 13, 2008 11:38 PM | Link to this

I am the smartest young QB in the league. In the future, please refer to me as Professor Ice, or Dr. Ice if you prefer. Class dismissed.

By clearitup

November 13, 2008 11:46 PM | Link to this

Hey just thought it might be worth throwing it out there as some inside info. “Matty Ice” is a nickname Matt Ryan got at BC. Natural light is a beer that college students drink because it is cheap. All Natural beer is referred to as “Natty” both notoriously and affectionately because it tastes cheap if you know what I mean. Natural Ice or “Natty Ice” is the cheapest of the Nattys so thus “Matty Ice” was born because the kid plays with ice in his veins.

By clearitup

November 13, 2008 11:46 PM | Link to this

Hey just thought it might be worth throwing it out there as some inside info. “Matty Ice” is a nickname Matt Ryan got at BC. Natural light is a beer that college students drink because it is cheap. All Natural beer is referred to as “Natty” both notoriously and affectionately because it tastes cheap if you know what I mean. Natural Ice or “Natty Ice” is the cheapest of the Nattys so thus “Matty Ice” was born because the kid plays with ice in his veins.

By Boo Boo

November 14, 2008 1:52 AM | Link to this

What was the cutsie name they called Peyton Manning in his rookie days, when he first took the Colts to a 3-13 record? Was it Peyty Pass or something like that? How about Mike Vick? Was he Mikey Mouse? Oh yeah, that’s right, no nicknames for either. Peyton’s always been called Peyton Manning; and Vick has always been called Mike Vick. Matt Ryan is a good name. I’ll stick with that.

By scottbravesfan

November 14, 2008 2:39 AM | Link to this

The Falcons are going to spank the Broncos at the Dome Sunday. Matt Ryan is going to light up their defense.

By richbrave

November 14, 2008 9:18 AM | Link to this

FALCONS FLY and pass the BRONCOS by. Gee, I crack myself up. All this MAVERICK and ICEMAN stuff I guess.

By Ken Strickland

November 14, 2008 10:03 AM | Link to this

It’s quite obvious to anyone with an actual IQ that VICK SUPPORTER 2

By Ken Strickland

November 14, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this

It’s quite obvious to anyone with an actual IQ that VICK SUPPORTER 2 is an attention seeking Falcon hater that only wants to get a rise out of us Falcon fans. So far, his efforts have proven successful because he seems to be the focus on everyones attention.

The problem is, why aren’t some of you more offended by the blatantly racist comments from a sick piece of meat that calls himself JOEBRAVE? This clown is so filled with FEAR, IGNORANCE and HATRED, the primary ingredients of RACISM, that he views, as well as responds, to everything from that perspective.

It seems he could be either a former KKK member or sympathizer that loves the Falcons and the Braves passionately. However, he can’t come to grips with the realization he’s become a relic of a racist psst, when his racist attitude and behavior were legal, tolerated and encouraged. HE CAN’T SEEM TO MOVE FORWARD, SO HE TRIES TO LOWER EVERYTHING AND EVERYONE TO HIS LEVEL WITH VULGAR, RACIST, VIOLENT, HATE FILLED UTTERANCES.

I’ll bet he beats his dog, wife and children, if he has any, everytime he’s reminded of a Black man being elected president of the United States. Fortunately, his time of dominance and influence in our society has passed and eventually, so will people like him.

GO FALCONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

By Kevin

November 14, 2008 10:51 AM | Link to this

Ken S, Man , you really need help. Have YOU ever heard of A.D.D.? Go see a doctor

By mars

November 14, 2008 10:56 AM | Link to this

Ken Strickland, you are correct. VS2 and joebrave should be locked away and forgotten. Anyone who has only hate to offer the world should have their access to it revoked.

By Larrygiver

November 14, 2008 11:13 AM | Link to this

Regarding Rachel Nichols, yes, she is married.

Her father in-law is Oscar winner Mike Nichols, and her mother in-law is Diane Sawyer.

Wonder how she got her job.

By Shady

November 14, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

You cannot wear a bow tie and write about football. It’s a man law.

By Keith Glock

November 14, 2008 11:53 AM | Link to this

Couple things:

1 - Rachel Nichols is not single. She is married to son of the family that owns the Washington Post. I only know because a buddy of mine that I worked with (I am a journalist) went to Northwestern with her. Apparently she was not nearly as attractive back then as she is now

2 - The headline on the back page of the Philly Daily news before the Falcons game was a big picture of Ryan with the Headline “Iceman Cometh” - it was pretty awesome.

Ryan is very easy to root for. Love his focus. It’s his decision making which has been his biggest asset. Also, I don’t think he’s audibled into a bad play yet this season.

By Mark

November 14, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this

Lay off Brooking, Have you forgotten the hit he put on McNabb, it sent him to the sideline with blurred vision in his left eye, and he pulled up. He is a little slower but he is the captain of the defense and puts the others in place. Matt is Super we are lucky to have a man of his character and ability here to represent Atlanta.NOW, Vick supporter put down your crack pipe and get a brain. He was and will always be a sociopath. Dont bet your food stamps he will play again.

By GSU-Lee

November 14, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this

Does anybody take that Vick Supporter guy seriously? Because he knows nothing.

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 14, 2008 1:30 PM | Link to this

FACTS

VS CAROLINA……….LOST

VS TAMPA……………LOST

VS PHILLY…………..LOST

TRUE OR FALSE?

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 14, 2008 1:40 PM | Link to this

FROM CAROLINA

I KICKED YOUR BUTT BEFORE; YOU KNOW THE SCORE; PIMPING YOU LIKE MY W*******; COME 11/23 I’LL GIVE YOU SOME MORE; MATTY LICE BUTT WILL BE SORE; HAVEN’T LOST SINCE MV7, THE STREAK IS FOUR; DURING POST SEASON, YOU’LL BE HOME ONCE MORE.

LOVE YOU GUYS

By BCS Slave

November 14, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this

Falcons Fans,

If you want to do something about the Vick supporters and their ilk…JUST DON’T RESPOND. Ignore them and they will eventually just move on.

Do not respond to the MV supporters. Let them spout off, but ignore them!!

By VICK SUPPORTER 2

November 14, 2008 2:17 PM | Link to this

PLEASE IGNORE ME

TRUTH HURTS

GO PANTHERS (GOD’S TEAM)

By Ken Strickland

November 14, 2008 5:02 PM | Link to this

KEVIN-your response to my comments about JOEBRAVE AND VICK SUPPORTER 2 shows you obviously indentify with them. While both individuals have continously made negative, racial and/or hate filled remarks, you remained silent. Only after I made remarks chastising their comments and/or catagorizing their behavior were you offended.

THIS SAYS A LOT ABOUT WHO AND WHAT YOU ARE AND PROVES YOU OBVIOUSLY SHARE THEIR VILE ATTITUDES AND IDEAS TOWARD OTHERS. ONLY SOMEONE LIKE YOU WOULD BE STUPID AND DILUSIONAL ENOUGH TO THINK ANYONE THAT DOESN’T EMBRACE THEIR/YOUR SICK, ANTAGONISTIC, RACIALLY CHARGED, HATE FILLED IDEALS SUFFERS FROM A.D.D. AND NEEDS TO SEE A DOCTOR, BUT NOT THEM. BIRDS OF A FEATHER.

By Ease My Pain

November 14, 2008 6:15 PM | Link to this

Ignored behavior will almost always disappear. Do you want the racist blog jerks to go away? Don’t respond or acknowledge them! In fact, don’t even read their inane diatribe. It almost makes the AJC Falcons blogs a tolerable read.

By "Charles", The Original

November 14, 2008 10:11 PM | Link to this

Our Atlanta Falcons did it again. They sent shock waves throughout the National Football League by frustrating and soundly defeating the New Orleans Saints last Sunday… In the first and second quarters, the Falcons defense limited the finesse, explosive, and unorthodox offense of the Saints to six points. In the third quarter, the explosive offense didn’t score. And in the fourth quarter, the Saints managed their first touchdown. But with seconds remaining on the game clock, the Saints turned to the Hail Mary Pass. And as expected, the prayer was answered in the Falcons’ end zone resulting in a second touchdown. But it was too little too late. Time expired on the clock. The Falcon’s orthodox, workmanlike, and physical football team had won, 34-20.

After watching the Saints experience vivid frustration in the Georgia Dome, undoubtedly, the Denver Broncos reluctantly departed their homes with ambivalent feelings en-route to Atlanta Georgia. But to their credit, they stayed the course treading every narrow, back and country road from Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, to Tennessee. Finally after another day’s journey, they reached the confines of Atlanta. Falcons’ fans can rest assured that our team is thoroughly prepared to attack, corral, and tame this heard of wild horses when the two intersect.

The Denver Broncos and the New Orleans Saints share similar strengths and weaknesses. Each is finesse, explosive, and unorthodox. Each prefers passing the football versus the run… But Broncos’ quarterback Jay Cutler isn’t as cagey, crafty, or refined as Saints quarterback Drew Brees… Now don’t get it twisted. Don’t infer anything about our quarterback. Matt Ryan is the best quarterback in the NFL. He is capable of passing for four hundred meaningful yards and four touchdowns each Sunday… Nevertheless, look for an almost carbon copy of last Sunday’s game at the Georgia Dome… If the Falcons’ orthodox workmanlike offense and bend but don’t break defense didn’t spare the unorthodox “Saints,” they won’t spare the unorthodox “Broncos” on Sunday.

Now is the opportune time to show my southern hospitality. The Denver Broncos should be allotted time to redirect the foretelling of Sunday’s game. It’s your audience Denver:

“…I hear her voice in the mornin hour she calls me-the radio reminds me of my home far away-drivin down the road I get a feelin that I should have been home yesterday—-yesterday—-. Country roads—-take me home—-to the place—-I belong—-West Virginia—-mountain momma—-Take me home—-country roads—-.

Country roads—-take me home—-to the place—-I belong—-West Virginia—-mountain momma—-Take me home—-country roads—-.

Take me home—-country roads—-Take me home—-country roads—-.”

Falcons win, 31-21.

By Kevin

November 15, 2008 9:21 AM | Link to this

Ken, it is quite obvious you have some deep seated anger issues. Why can’t you just let it go? Your endless tirades are becoming very old.

By Ken Strickland

November 15, 2008 5:19 PM | Link to this

KEVIN-sorry, but I won’t give it a rest. Unlike you, I absolutely abhor racism, along with the ignorance, stupidity and hatred the fuels it. I only wish more people would confront it and make morons like you even more uncomfortable and less willing to defend fellow morons who practice it.

By MWC

November 15, 2008 6:18 PM | Link to this

Ken….It is ignorance,stupidity,hate,race,on and on and on that seems to fuel you. If it’s not right under YOUR standard, you are a racist or full of hate. Continue to BABBLE on on this blog. You are a sick individual. It is no wonder why AJC keeps jackasses like you AND the likes of VV2! on this piece of crap blog. Are you now happy now. Wallow into it and get a life… I AM OUT! [ hate,ignorance,stupidity,vulgar,hate-3 times on this blog-sick,etc,etc…} Are you now gonna tell us what YOU think, what YOU told us how YOU are right ALL the time? It’s always me me me with you. GET OVER YOURSELF! A$$$hole!!!!

By Kevin

November 15, 2008 6:24 PM | Link to this

Stay tuned ladies and gents, Ken is now going to tell us all what is right in HIS world….

By Can't Change an Idiot

November 15, 2008 6:30 PM | Link to this

Ken, I also abhor the racist lunatic fringe on these blogs but YOU are actually helping fuel it with your futile attempts at curtailing it. We don’t need more people to confront it and make these ‘FOOTBALL’ blogs even more unreadable, rather, just ignore these ignorant morons. In a perfect world we should be able to ‘flag’ inappropriate comments and have a moderator remove them and/or ban the IP address that sends those messages from all AJC blogs. Ain’t gonna happen though. I think it was Mother Theresa that said when asked to join an ‘anti-war rally’, and I’m paraphrasing, ‘No, but I’ll come to a ‘Peace Rally’. Stick to football and don’t fan the fire.

By Chris

November 15, 2008 6:32 PM | Link to this

Hey Ken, what makes you such an athority?

By cat

November 15, 2008 6:44 PM | Link to this

Ken will never get it

By obvious

November 15, 2008 7:44 PM | Link to this

Ken won’t get it but he WILL show up again just like MV2…Bad pennys??

By Ken Strickland

November 15, 2008 10:33 PM | Link to this

CAN’T CHANGE AN IDIOT-you are absolutely correct. These morons truely are deeply rooted in abstract ignorance. As we are witnessing, they defend each other to the end and aren’t going to change, no matter what.

Now to football. I see the Falcons winning tomorrows gm. They are going to force Denver to stop the run, which they’ve done a poor job of so far. Once they commit their LB’s and safeties to stopping the run, we’ll hit them with the big pass play. We will wear their smallish DL down and control the clock.

GO FALCONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!