Sideline Report: Monday, December 4, 2017

Here are a few things to know on Monday:

1. Falcons lose to Vikings

The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Minnesota Vikings 14-7 on Sunday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. D. Orlando Ledbetter gives out grades to the Falcons offense, defense and special teams after the loss.

2. Georgia Tech loses to Tennessee

Georgia Tech lost to Tennessee 77-70 Sunday night at McCamish Pavilion. Visit the AJC for details on the game.

3. College Football Bowl schedule

Take a look at this season's bowl games that were announced Sunday afternoon on the AJC.com.

4. Georiga ranked No. 3 in College Football Playoff

After winning the SEC Championship on Sunday, the Georgia Bulldogs landed the No. 3 spot in the College Football Playoff rankings and will face Oklahoma. Visit the AJC for the final College Football Playoff rankings.

5. Sony Michel expected to play in Rose Bowl

After suffering an injury in Saturday's SEC Championship, Georgia tailback Sony Michel is expected to play in the Rose Bowl after undergoing an MRI on his injured knee.

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