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Sideline Report: Tuesday, October 31, 2017

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 29: Quarterback Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball against the New York Jets during the first half of the game at MetLife Stadium on October 29, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)

Credit: Al Bello

Credit: Al Bello

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - OCTOBER 29: Quarterback Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball against the New York Jets during the first half of the game at MetLife Stadium on October 29, 2017 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
By Juliakate E Culpepper
Oct 31, 2017

Here are a few things to know on Tuesday:

1. Five things to know about the Falcons on Tuesday

D. Orlando Ledbetter writes five things to know about the Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday.

2. Atlanta Dream names head coach

Former Connecticut Sun assistant Nicki Collen was named the head coach of the Atlanta Dream on Monday. An exclusive interview with Collen can be found on the AJC.com.

3. Paul Johnson gives injury updated on Matthew Jordan

Ken Sugiura reports Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson said quarterback Matthew Jordan's leg injury he suffered during Saturday's game at Clemson is less serious than originally thought.

4. Mercedes-Benz Stadium roof leaked over the weekend

While a marching band competition was going on inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, many reported the roof leaked.

5. Georgia Tech, Virginia Tech kickoff time delayed

ESPN used the six-day option for Georgia Tech's Nov. 11 matchup with Virginia Tech. The kickoff time and broadcast information will be announced at the conclusion of Saturday's games.

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