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Dallas Cowboys kicker Brett Maher and teammates celebrate his game winning field goal for a 22-19 victory over the Falcons as time expires in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Falcons wide...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones levels Dallas Cowboys safety Jeff Heath breaking up an apparent interception of Matt Ryan with the hit during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vick Beasley Jr. sacks Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brett Maher kicks the game winner for a 22-19 victory over the Falcons as time expires in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott reacts to scoring a touchdown on a quarterback keeper past Atlanta Falcons safety Damontae Kazee for a 12-9 lead during the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott plows through Atlanta Falcons safety Damontae Kazee on his way to the endzone for a 19-9 lead during the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones catches a touchdown pass over Dallas Cowboys cornerback Chidobe Awuzie to tie the game 19-19 during the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons Julio Jones catches a game-tying touchdowns inthe fourth quarter against the Dallas Cowboys in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant kicks his third of four field goals on the day for 9-6 lead over the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan just gets off a pass as Dallas Cowboys defenders close in during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is sacked by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawrence during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons linebackers Bruce Carter (left) and Duke Riley walk off the field dejected falling to the Dallas Cowboys 22-19 in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons wide receivers Mohamed Sanu (left) and Justin Hardy console each other walking of the field falling to the Dallas Cowboys 22-19 in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian, head coach Dan Quinn, and players react in the final minutes of a 22-19 loss to the Dallas Cowboys in a NFL football game on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Kennesaw State University football players and students celebrate their win over Jacksonville State University at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. Kennesaw won in overtime, 60-52. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

The Kennesaw State University and Jacksonville State University football teams play at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Kennesaw State's Chandler Burks looks to pass the ball at the game against Jacksonville State University at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. Burks is a quarterback for the team. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Kennesaw State's Darnell Holland falls after being tackled at the game against Jacksonville State University at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Jacksonville State's Zerrick Copper looks to pass the ball at the game against Kennesaw State at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. Cooper is a quarterback for the team. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Kennesaw State University football players cheer on the bench at the game against Jacksonville State at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Kennesaw State University cheerleaders chant at the game against Jacksonville State University at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Jacksonville State's Jamari Hester catches the ball at the game against Kennesaw State at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. Hester scored a touchdown. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Kennesaw State's Cincere Mason, right, intercepts the ball from Jacksonville State's Jamari Hester, left, at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Jacksonville State's Zach Woodard, bottom right, dives for the ball at the game against Kennesaw State at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Kennesaw State's Le'Vonte Larry blocks a pass for Jacksonville State at SunTrust Park, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Atlanta. Kennesaw won in overtime, 60-52. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Georgia quarterback Justin Fields runs for a first down against Massachusetts during the second half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm looks on as tailback DeAndre Swift runs for yardage against Massachusetts during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia wide receiver Tyler Simmons gets a hoist from Isaiah Wilson after scoring a touchdown against Massachusetts for a 7-0 lead during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield breaks away from Massachusetts safety Tyler Hayes for a touchdown and a 14-0 lead during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia wide receiver Tyler Simmons gets past Massachusetts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers for a touchdown and a 7-0 lead during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield scorea a touchdown against Massachusetts for a 14-0 lead during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Athens. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia quarterback Justin Fields breaks away from Massachusetts defender Tyshaun Ingram for a 47-yard gain during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia tailback Elijah Holyfield breaks away from Massachusetts safety Tyler Hayes for a touchdown and a 14-0 lead during the first quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia wide receiver Riley Ridley catches a touchdown pass pas Massachusetts cornerback Lee Moses for a 21-7 lead during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia wide reciever Tyler Simmons breaks away from Massachusetts safety Joseph Norwood for a 71-yard touchdown reception and a 28-7 lead during the second quarter in a NCAA college football...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia quarterback Justin Fields runs for a touchdown on a quarterback keeper against Massachusetts for a 35-10 lead during the second quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia defensive lineman Malik Herring (left) and linebacker Channing Tindall level Massachusetts running back Marquis Young during the third quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia tailback Brian Herrien plows through Massachusetts linebacker Bryton Barr for a touchdown and a 59-13 lead during the third quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov....ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia tailback James Cook breaks away from Massachusetts defender Tyshaun Ingram for a 27-yard touchdown and a 66-20 lead during the fourth quarter in a NCAA college football game on Saturday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Massachusetts wide receiver Andy Isabella gets past Georgia defensive back Christopher Smith for a 75-yard touchdown reception to cut Georgiaâs lead to 59-20 during the third quarter in a...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Massachusetts wide receiver Andy Isabella gets past Georgia defensive back Eric Stokes for a 75-yard touchdown reception to cut Georgiaâs lead to 59-20 during the third quarter in a NCAA college...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm reacts to his touchdown pass to Tyler Simmons during the first half against Massachusetts in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Athens...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia quarterback Justin Fields completes a pass against Massachusetts during the first half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Nov 17, 2018 Athens: Georgia tight end Isaac Nauta breaks away for a long gain against Massachusetts during the first half in a NCAA college football game on Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Athens. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

Georgia Tech and fans celebrate their 30-27 overtime victory over the Virginia at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech linebacker Brant Mitchell (51) reacts in a 30-27 overtime victory over the Virginia at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech linebacker Jaquan Henderson (left) and linebacker Tre' Jackson (25) celebrate their 30-27 overtime victory over the Virginia at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Georgia Tech defensive back Juanyeh Thomas (28) runs for a touchdown in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. The Jackets beat the Cavs 30-27 in overtime. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) pushes the helmet of Virginia cornerback Bryce Hall (34) as he runs for a first down in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) leaps over for a first down in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech head coach Paul Johnson instructs Georgia Tech running back Nathan Cottrell (31) in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Virginia quarterback Bryce Perkins (3) fumbles the ball in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech defensive back Juanyeh Thomas (28) celebrates after he scored a touchdown in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) scores extra points in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COMHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Virginia place kicker Brian Delaney (26) is not able to score in overtime at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in overtime. HYOSUB...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Virginia quarterback Bryce Perkins (3) tries to break through against the Georgia Tech in overtime at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech defensive back Tariq Carpenter (29) reacts at the end of the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Virginia quarterback Bryce Perkins (3) runs with the football in the second half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in overtime...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech fans react at the end of the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in overtime. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech wide receiver Brad Stewart (83) reacts after he caught a pass in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech wide receiver Brad Stewart (83) makes a catch in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in overtime...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech running back Clinton Lynch (22) scores extra points in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech running back Jerry Howard (15) runs for a touchdown in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over the Virginia in...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech linebacker Brant Mitchell (left) and Georgia Tech defensive back Malik Rivera celebrate their 30-27 overtime victory over the Virginia at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday,...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech players and fans celebrate their 30-27 overtime victory over the Virginia at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC.COHYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Virginia quarterback Brennan Armstrong (98) is taken down by Georgia Tech defenders in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27 over...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Georgia Tech running back Nathan Cottrell (31) is hit by Virginia safety Juan Thornhill (21) in the first half at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, November 17, 20. Georgia Tech won 30-27...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

November 17, 2018 Atlanta - Virginia coaching staff and players react as Virginia cornerback Bryce Hall (34) and Georgia Tech wide receiver Brad Stewart (83) collide near their sideline in the first half at Bobby...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

Parkview running back Cody Brown signals first down during Friday's state playoff game against Archer. (John Amis/Special)

Ruth Anne Seavey, left, comforts her son, David, after the playoff game against Cedar Grove High School, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. Cedar Grove won, 49-33. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Parkview wide receiver Malik Washington dives across the goal line for a touchdown as Archer safety Jalyn Phillips tries to stop him during Friday's game. (John Amis/Special)

High school football state playoffs: Cedar Grove's Darron Sims reacts after his team recovers a fumble in the first half of Friday's second-round game against North Hall. (Annie Rice/AJC)

Cedar Grove's William Jenkins (right) tackles North Hall's Daniel Jackson during the first half of Friday's game. (Annie Rice/AJC)

North Hall's Drew Faulkner races toward the goal line during the first half of Friday's game against Cedar Grove. (Annie Rice/AJC)

Archer wide receiver Andrew Booth makes a catch as Parkview corner back Matt Chavers (10) defends during a high school football game Fri., Nov. 16, 2018, in Lilburn.John Amis

Parkview running back Cody Brown scores a touchdown with Archer safety Jalyn Phillips (5) defending during a high school football game Fri., Nov. 16, 2018, in Lilburn.John Amis

Parkview running back Cody Brown (7) celebrates his touchdown against Archer during a high school football game Fri., Nov. 16, 2018, in Lilburn.John Amis

Archer corner back Andrew Booth (21) breaks up as pass for Parkview wideout Malik Washington (1) as linebacker Winston Gassant (31 also defends during a high school football game Fri., Nov. 16, 2018, in Lilburn...John Amis

Parkview quarterback Julian Ashby passes as Archer linebacker Kameron O'rourke defends during a high school football game Fri., Nov. 16, 2018, in Lilburn.John Amis

Cedar Grove's William Jenkins, right, tackles North Hall's Daniel Jackson, left, during the first half of the game, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

North Hall's David Seavey attempts to make a pass during the first half of the playoff game against Cedar Grove High School, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. Seavey didn't complete the pass. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

North Hall High School football players, left, and Cedar Grove High School football players can see their breath before a play, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia.Temperatures were in the 40s towards the...Annie Rice/AJC

North Hall's Drew Faulkner, center, attempts to make a touchdown during the first half of the game against Cedar Grove High School, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

North Hall's Daniel Jackson attempts to complete a first down during the second half of a game against Cedar Grove, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. Jackson is a senior on the team. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Cedar Grove's Kendall Boney, left, gets tackled by North Hall's Luke Volle during the second half of the playoff game, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. Boney made the first down. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

North Hall's Daniel Jackson becomes emotional at the end of the game against Cedar Grove, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. Cedar Grove won, 49-33. (Annie Rice/AJC)Annie Rice/AJC

Cedar Grove's Robert Jones III gestures after scoring a touch down during the first half of a game against North Hall High School, Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, in Decatur, Georgia. Cedar Grove High School will continue...Annie Rice/AJC

Outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the bottom of 8th inning during the game six between Japan and MLB All Stars at Nagoya Dome on November 15, 2018...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

NAGOYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 15: Outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves hits a solo home run in the bottom of 8th inning during the game six between Japan and MLB All Stars at Nagoya Dome on November...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

NAGOYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 15: Outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the bottom of 8th inning during the game six between Japan and MLB All Stars at Nagoya...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

NAGOYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 15: Outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after hitting a solo home run with Infielder Eugenio Suarez #7 of the Cincinnati Reds in the bottom of 8th inning during...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images

NAGOYA, JAPAN - NOVEMBER 15: Outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. #13 of the Atlanta Braves celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the bottom of 8th inning during the game six between Japan and MLB All Stars at Nagoya...Kiyoshi Ota/Getty Images