http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons-news-82014.html en-us Copyright 2012 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 21:51:12 GMT 2012-02-09T21:51:12Z en-us Copyright 2012 http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-support-concussion-bill-1339133.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Former Falcons linebacker Buddy Curry and current kicker Matt Bryant spoke to the Health and Human Services committee of the Georgia legislature in support of the “Georgia Return to Play Act of 2012” on Wednesday at the State Capitol. Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:00:59 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-support-concussion-bill-1339133.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-02-09T01:00:59Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/chris-doleman-numb-from-1337186.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 INDIANAPOLIS - For the second consecutive year, the Falcons will be represented at the Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:17:24 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/chris-doleman-numb-from-1337186.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-02-08T02:17:24Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/super-bowl-sets-ratings-1336308.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 NEW YORK - For the third consecutive year, the Super Bowl set a record as the most-watched television show in U.S. Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:45:39 GMT http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/super-bowl-sets-ratings-1336308.html 2012-02-07T11:45:39Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/five-super-bowl-buddies-1333039.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Forty-five years ago, a business acquaintance asked Larry McDonald if he wanted to join a few friends on a lark and fly cross-country to catch a football game in Los Angeles. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 14:19:37 GMT steve@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/five-super-bowl-buddies-1333039.html Steve Hummer 2012-02-05T14:19:37Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/sports/martin-4-linemen-make-1332022.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 INDIANAPOLIS - Curtis Martin has gone from the mean streets of Pittsburgh to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:36:03 GMT http://www.ajc.com/sports/martin-4-linemen-make-1332022.html BARRY WILNER 2012-02-05T01:36:03Z 03/05/2012 APXchange http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/retractable-roof-not-ruled-1330265.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 The Atlanta Falcons' desired open-air stadium might wind up with a retractable roof if ongoing negotiations get bogged down. Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:06:53 GMT ttucker@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/retractable-roof-not-ruled-1330265.html Tim Tucker Leon Stafford 2012-02-03T21:06:53Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-could-lose-lofton-1321390.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE - Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff is gearing up for free agency. With no lockout this offseason, there will be a return to normalcy in the NFL. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:49:22 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-could-lose-lofton-1321390.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-28T20:49:22Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/ex-falcon-shane-dronetts-1321409.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Three years ago, life with brain disease apparently became too unbearable for Shane Dronett. Dronett, a former Falcons defensive tackle remembered for his hard-nosed playing style and his gentleness away from football, ended his life by gunshot Jan. Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:43:56 GMT ksugiura@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/ex-falcon-shane-dronetts-1321409.html Ken Sugiura 2012-01-28T20:43:56Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/nfl-scouts-have-the-1319006.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE - The diversified play of tight ends in the NFL playoffs has put the spotlight on the group of six players at that position who are getting ready for the 63rd annual Senior Bowl. Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:33:50 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/nfl-scouts-have-the-1319006.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-27T00:33:50Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/drew-butler-tries-to-1317460.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE - Former Georgia punter Drew Butler has heard some war stories this week about his father, Kevin Butler, who played 13 seasons in the NFL. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:24:44 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/drew-butler-tries-to-1317460.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-26T00:24:44Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/cordy-glenn-ben-jones-1317479.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE - Former Georgia standout offensive linemen Cordy Glenn and Ben Jones are Senior Bowl roommates and they chat, compare notes and tell a joke or two before going to sleep at night. Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:24:22 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/cordy-glenn-ben-jones-1317479.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-26T00:24:22Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/brandon-boykins-versatility-on-1315759.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE - In his quest to impress NFL scouts, coaches and general managers, former Georgia standout Brandon Boykin picked up another position Tuesday. Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:28:12 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/brandon-boykins-versatility-on-1315759.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-25T00:28:12Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/senior-bowl-notes-receiver-1315675.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE - Appalachian State wide receiver Brian Quick turned some heads during Tuesday’s practice for the 63rd annual Senior Bowl, which is set for 4 p.m. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:40:07 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/senior-bowl-notes-receiver-1315675.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-24T23:40:07Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/talks-continue-on-new-1315201.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Eleven months ago, the Georgia World Congress Center Authority and the Atlanta Falcons agreed to enter negotiations about a potential new open-air football stadium downtown. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:23:39 GMT ttucker@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/talks-continue-on-new-1315201.html Tim Tucker 2012-01-24T22:23:39Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-defensive-backs-coach-1314115.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 FAIRHOPE, Ala. – Former Falcons defensive backs coach Alvin Reynolds , an original member of head coach Mike Smith’s staff, was fired, the team announced on Monday. Tue, 24 Jan 2012 01:33:00 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-defensive-backs-coach-1314115.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-24T01:33:00Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/senior-bowl-is-a-1312643.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 MOBILE – Despite not having a first-round pick in the 2012 NFL draft, several members from the Falcons’ personnel department and coaching staff will scout the practices and the 63rd annual Senior Bowl all-star game. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 22:57:25 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/senior-bowl-is-a-1312643.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-22T22:57:25Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-koetter-follows-in-1311695.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 FLOWERY BRANCH - Back in 1985, Dirk Koetter decided to leave the small town of Pocatello, Idaho, to chase his dream of one day becoming like his father. Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:45:59 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-koetter-follows-in-1311695.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-22T03:45:59Z ajc_news http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/mike-nolan-says-falcons-1307102.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 FLOWERY BRANCH - Mike Nolan is not going to change the Falcons’ 4-3 defensive scheme. About that the new coordinator is adamant. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:54:51 GMT cvivlamore@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/mike-nolan-says-falcons-1307102.html Chris Vivlamore 2012-01-18T20:54:51Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-hire-mike-nolan-1306154.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Mike Nolan was a hard-hitting safety coming out of the University of Oregon and was invited to the Denver Broncos’ training camp. Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:59:44 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-hire-mike-nolan-1306154.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-18T00:59:44Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/meet-new-falcons-defensive-1306181.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Age: 52 (turns 53, March 7) Hometown: Baltimore Education: Oregon. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:37:35 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/meet-new-falcons-defensive-1306181.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-17T23:37:35Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/koetter-shares-his-vision-1304875.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter shared some of his vision for the team’s offense in a teleconference with the local media on Monday. Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:39 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/koetter-shares-his-vision-1304875.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-17T00:00:39Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/meet-new-falcons-oc-1303801.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Name: Dirk Koetter Age: 52 (turns 53, Feb. 5) Hometown: Pocatcello, Idaho. Mon, 16 Jan 2012 18:37:14 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/meet-new-falcons-oc-1303801.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-16T18:37:14Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-outlook-defense-couldnt-1302899.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 Linebacker Sean Weatherspoon, dubbed the “Baby Lion” by Mike Peterson when he was a rookie, grew up during his second season. Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:29:51 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-outlook-defense-couldnt-1302899.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-14T21:29:51Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-outlook-offense-sputtered-1302717.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 While quarterback Matt Ryan passed for a franchise-record 4,177 yards in the 2011 season, Falcons coach Mike Smith was not pleased with the inconsistency of the offense. Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:29:17 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-outlook-offense-sputtered-1302717.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-14T21:29:17Z SPOCC http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-are-searching-for-1302718.html?cxtype=rss_sports_82014 FLOWERY BRANCH - Since the dust has started to settle from the Falcons’ early playoff exit, perhaps the most troubling thing to come out of the defeat was how the team was dominated physically by the New York Giants. Sat, 14 Jan 2012 21:28:15 GMT dledbetter@ajc.com http://www.ajc.com/sports/atlanta-falcons/falcons-are-searching-for-1302718.html D. Orlando Ledbetter 2012-01-14T21:28:15Z SPOCC