Day Four of Falcons training camp

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Day Four of Falcons training camp

Photos from Atlanta Falcons NFL football training camp at Flowery Branch, Ga., August 4, 2009.

A face only a mother could love? Falcons tackle Tyson Clabo smiles despite a busted chin after taking a spill during day 4 of training camp in Flowery Branch, Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Clabo tripped over some pads while running a footwork drill and took a ding to the amusement of his teammates.

Head coach Mike Smith (left, in straw hat) and defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder track the progress as the team runs plays.

Linebacker Mike Peterson (left) takes on tackle Tyson Clabo during drills.

Tight end Justin Peelle trys to cool down with a cold towel during a "beat the heat break" under a tent.

Linebacker Tony Gilbert cools himself off between plays as the heat of the day begins to climb.

Running back Jason Snelling (44) hits the hole for some yards.

Rookie wide receiver Dicky Lyons, from the University of Kentucky, took straight to the field after signing a contract to practice on special teams.

Tight end Justin Peelle catches a pass and looks downfield for additonal yardage.

Offensive linemen Tyson Clabo, Harvey Dahl, Todd McClure and Justin Blalock (from left to right) approach the line of scrimmage.

Offensive coordinator Mike Mularkey confers with quarterback Matt Ryan between plays.

Quarterback Matt Ryan calls a play at the line.

Falcons head coach Mike Smith loosens up with the team as they prepare for the afternoon practice. The Falcons on Wednesday will hold just one practice after four days of two-a-days.

Rookie offensive lineman Adam Speer throws a block into defensive end Maurice Lucas (left).

Falcons tight ends Ben Hartsock (89) and Keith Zinger lead the special teams to the field to begin drills Tuesday afternoon. Hartsock and Zinger are competing for a spot on the team.

Wide receiver Michael Jenkins (12) is double teamed by safety Thomas DeCoud (28, left) and linebacker Tony Gilbert (51) .

Adding some color to the field, Falcons running back Jerious Norwood breaks out the bright red Nike shoes for special teams practice.

Wide reciever Harry Douglas waits for his number to be called for kickoff returns during special teams practice.

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A face only a mother could love? Falcons tackle Tyson Clabo smiles despite a busted chin after taking a spill during day 4 of training camp in Flowery Branch, Tuesday, August 4, 2009. Clabo tripped over some pads while running a footwork drill and took a ding to the amusement of his teammates.

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