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Key forced fumble against Auburn was no fluke for Georgia defense

Bulldogs practice punch-out to force turnovers.

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Four-game winning streak sparks bowl dreams for Kennesaw State

KSU won only two games last year and was picked to finish last in Conference USA, but the climate has definitely changed.

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Two Braves players named Gold Glove finalists

Outfielder Michael Harris II is a surprising omission from the finalists for top defensive award.

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For Hayes brothers, Georgia State-UGA exhibition a full-circle moment

Georgia State basketball coach Jonas Hayes and brother Jarvis, both former UGA players, will host the Bulldogs in an exhibition in Atlanta on Wednesday.

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Clinch County DB’s game-changing efforts lead HS football top performances

A blocked kick returned for a touchdown was only score in win over Brooks County.

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AJC Varsity

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AJC Super 11: What to know about the 2025 selections

11 super insights into the 2025 edition of the AJC's Super 11, the 40th edition of our preseason listing of the top high school football players in Georgia.

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An impressive night for Hapeville’s Chris Booker, Georgia’s No. 1 OL prospect

Alabama commit put on a performance for those who pay mind to the offensive line.

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Gainesville aiming to upset Milton, take next step to ‘national brand’

Gainesville's Red Elephants visit national No. 13-ranked Milton Friday night. Beating the Eagles could be the next step toward making Gainesville a "national brand."

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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VOTE: Who would you hire as the next Braves manager?

Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos will begin his search for Brian Snitker’s successor. Who would like to see take his place in the Braves’ dugout?

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VOTE: How many games will the Hawks win this season?

After an aggressive offseason by the Hawks, how do you feel Atlanta will fare once the regular season begins against the Raptors on Oct. 22.

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Two Braves players named Gold Glove finalists

Outfielder Michael Harris II is a surprising omission from the finalists for top defensive award.

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Retired Braves manager Brian Snitker applauded at Falcons’ prime-time game

Former Atlanta Braves' manager Brian Snitker prompted applause from Falcons' fans when shown on the video board during Monday Night Football.

Braves ‘hope’ to have Ha-Seong Kim back in 2026

The Braves picked up Ha-Seong Kim off waivers late in the season and if he accepts a $16 million player option, he'd fill a significant off-season need 2026.

Georgia Bulldogs

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Key forced fumble against Auburn was no fluke for Georgia defense

Bulldogs practice punch-out to force turnovers.

How Jake Wilkins embraces father Dominique’s legacy with Georgia basketball

Retired since 1991 to honor Dominique Wilkins, No. 21 will return to the Stegeman Coliseum court this season,worn by Jacob “Jake” Wilkins, Dominique’s son.

Georgia football matches up well with Ole Miss in run game, defense

Georgia football matches up well with Ole Miss on paper, as the Bulldogs run game has impressed and the defense has improved.

Atlanta Falcons

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Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr.: ‘We just knew we had to go put points on the board’

The Falcons held the Bills and NFL MVP Josh Allen to only 14 points in a Monday Night Football win at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

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Falcons’ Raheem Morris: ‘We want a playoff organization’

Falcons coach Raheem Morris had a lot to say after his team's 24-14 win over the Bills on Monday night.

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Falcons say Bijan Robinson is NFL’s best player. He looked like it Monday.

Atlanta's third-year running back has more 40-yard plays through five games this season — including an 81-yarder vs. Buffalo — than his first two years combined.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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Georgia Tech basketball teams picked to finish near the bottom of the ACC

Duke was tabbed as the ACC’s men's preseason favorite in a poll of a select media panel, while Georgia Tech was picked to finish 13th in the league.

Georgia Tech building ‘a true home-field advantage’ at Bobby Dodd Stadium

The Yellow Jackets beat Virginia Tech in front of a crowd of 50,878 — the highest turnout of the season and the largest crowd to see them play an ACC opponent since 2016.

As his star rises, Brent Key says he is ‘so happy’ at Georgia Tech

As schools fire their head coaches and Brent Key keeps winning at Georgia Tech, he's become a hot name but he's 'so happy' at Georgia Tech.

Atlanta United FC

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Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan retires: ‘You couldn’t ask for a better guy’

Atlanta United captain Brad Guzan announced his retirement Tuesday. Guzan has a franchise-high 303 appearances and has been with the team since its inaugural season.

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan announces retirement

Atlanta United captain Brad Guzan announced Tuesday that he will retire after the final match of the season Saturday.

Atlanta United shut out by Lionel Messi, Inter Miami

Lionel Messi scored twice as Atlanta United fell 4-0 at Inter Miami on Saturday. Atlanta United is in danger of finishing with the fewest points in MLS with a loss next week.

Atlanta Hawks

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher doesn’t feel like the same player from a year ago

After finishing second in Rookie of the Year voting last season, Zaccharie Risacher spent the offseason working out and playing with the French national team.

Hawks’ Asa Newell starts, capitalizes on opportunity in exhibition vs. Heat

Much like his time at Georgia, Newell leaned on his brother Jaden’s advice to hone in on the glass.

Hawks’ Caleb Houstan drills dramatic 3 in overtime to beat Heat in exhibition

The Hawks overcame a late 7-0 run by the Heat to win 119-118 in exhibition action after Caleb Houstan hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer.

High Schools

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Maxwell football projections: LaGrange slight favorite over Troup in key 3A battle

Week 10 projections for Georgia high school football according to the current Maxwell ratings and actual scoring patterns.

Maxwell playoff projections: 4A Creekside heaviest favorite in all classes

While the Maxwell Ratings reflect team strength, the simulation highlights the impact of the season’s structure as defined by games, region alignments and playoff brackets.

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New top teams in lower classes in Maxwell summary after Week 9

Classes 4A, 3A, 2A and A Division I saw second-rated teams make the leap to the top spot in the Maxwell Ratings for Georgia high school football after Week 9.

State Report

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Four-game winning streak sparks bowl dreams for Kennesaw State

KSU won only two games last year and was picked to finish last in Conference USA, but the climate has definitely changed.

For Hayes brothers, Georgia State-UGA exhibition a full-circle moment

Georgia State basketball coach Jonas Hayes and brother Jarvis, both former UGA players, will host the Bulldogs in an exhibition in Atlanta on Wednesday.

Former Georgia Tech golfer Christo Lamprecht earns PGA Tour card

Former Georgia Tech golfer Christo Lamprecht earned his PGA Tour card after finishing ninth on the Korn Ferry Tour points list.

PHOTOS: Falcons defeat Bills on Monday Night Football

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Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson avoids a tackle to run for his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Monday, October 13, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Key forced fumble against Auburn was no fluke for Georgia defense

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Two Braves players named Gold Glove finalists

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Key forced fumble against Auburn was no fluke for Georgia defense

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Georgia football matches up well with Ole Miss in run game, defense

Falcons’ Michael Penix Jr.: ‘We just knew we had to go put points on the board’

Falcons’ Raheem Morris: ‘We want a playoff organization’

Falcons say Bijan Robinson is NFL’s best player. He looked like it Monday.

Georgia Tech basketball teams picked to finish near the bottom of the ACC

Georgia Tech building ‘a true home-field advantage’ at Bobby Dodd Stadium

As his star rises, Brent Key says he is ‘so happy’ at Georgia Tech

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan retires: ‘You couldn’t ask for a better guy’

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan announces retirement

Atlanta United shut out by Lionel Messi, Inter Miami

Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher doesn’t feel like the same player from a year ago

Hawks’ Asa Newell starts, capitalizes on opportunity in exhibition vs. Heat

Hawks’ Caleb Houstan drills dramatic 3 in overtime to beat Heat in exhibition

Maxwell football projections: LaGrange slight favorite over Troup in key 3A battle

Maxwell playoff projections: 4A Creekside heaviest favorite in all classes

New top teams in lower classes in Maxwell summary after Week 9

Four-game winning streak sparks bowl dreams for Kennesaw State

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Lee County football coach returns to field after two-week leave

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