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Hurston Waldrep continues impressing, Braves offense explodes in ninth for win

Hurston Waldrep has enjoyed a breakthrough season since his summoning on that fateful day in Bristol, Tennessee, earlier this month.

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Falcons place starting tackle Kaleb McGary on season-ending injured reserve

Losing Kaleb McGary for the season means the Falcons may have to scramble to find a right tackle to protect left-handed quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s blind side.

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Tech’s high aspirations aren’t necessarily a plus for Yellow Jackets

The Yellow Jackets enter the 2025 season with playoff hopes and a strong roster — but past seasons suggest their high expectations may be tough to meet.

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Falcons set 53-man roster, Kaleb McGary out for the season

The deadline is 4 p.m. Tuesday for NFL teams to make cuts to get down to the 53-man roster limit.

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Braves’ 2026 schedule opens with six-game homestand, starting March 26

The Atlanta Braves will open at Truist Park in 2026 for just the third time in stadium history and the first time since beginning their World Series defense in 2022.

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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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Friday football recap: Grayson survives; McEachern, Norcross earn high-class wins

Grayson barely beat Georgia’s secret national power Friday night, while unranked McEachern and Norcross defeated top-10 teams.

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A look at the 10 best high school football games on opening weekend

Here’s a look at the 10 best football games on the schedule for the rest of the week.

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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: How many games will the Falcons win in the 2025 regular season?

With Raheem Morris in his second season coaching and Michael Penix Jr. starting, hopes are high. How many wins will the Falcons get in the 2025 regular season?

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Vote: How many rushing yards will Bijan Robinson gain in 2025?

Falcons running back Bijan Robinson enters his third season, having rushed for 1,456 yards and 14 touchdowns in 2024.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves starting pitcher Hurston Waldrep aims a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins, Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, in Miami. (Marta Lavandier/AP)

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Hurston Waldrep continues impressing, Braves offense explodes in ninth for win

Hurston Waldrep has enjoyed a breakthrough season since his summoning on that fateful day in Bristol, Tennessee, earlier this month.

Braves’ 2026 schedule opens with six-game homestand, starting March 26

The Atlanta Braves will open at Truist Park in 2026 for just the third time in stadium history and the first time since beginning their World Series defense in 2022.

Ozzie Albies hopes to stay with Braves in 2026 — and beyond

The Atlanta Braves second baseman, amid his second consecutive underwhelming season, has an uncertain future with the only franchise he’s known.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia football head coach Kirby Smart speaks to members of the press during a press conference ahead of their football practice at the Butts-Mehre Building, Thursday, July 31, 2025, in Athens. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Kirby Smart ready to see Georgia’s first impression, mum on plan at QB

The Georgia Bulldogs head coach made it clear he’s ready to see what this season’s team is all about.

Christen Miller welcomes ‘burden’ of being Georgia’s best defensive lineman

‘He has taken on this role of knowing the burden lies with him to set a standard for that group,’ coach Kirby Smart says.

Kirby Smart hopes a new Georgia team can get back to its championship ways

Georgia finally will be able to wash away the brutal end of last season when the Bulldogs take the field against Marshall on Aug. 30 in Sanford Stadium.

Atlanta Falcons

Falcons offensive tackle Kaleb McGary missed just one game last season, Week 4 against the Saints after getting hurt in Week 3 against the Chiefs. On Tuesday, Atlanta put McGary on injured reserve and he'll miss the entire 2025 season. (Miguel Martinez/AJC 2024)

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Falcons place starting tackle Kaleb McGary on season-ending injured reserve

Losing Kaleb McGary for the season means the Falcons may have to scramble to find a right tackle to protect left-handed quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s blind side.

After slew of injuries along offensive line, Falcons bolster depth with trade

Atlanta gives up conditional draft selection for former 2024 pick.

Falcons set 53-man roster, Kaleb McGary out for the season

The deadline is 4 p.m. Tuesday for NFL teams to make cuts to get down to the 53-man roster limit.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key walks on the practice field during the first day of football practice at Rose Bowl Field and the Mary and John Brock Football Practice Facility, Tuesday, July 29, 2025, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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Georgia Tech’s high aspirations aren’t necessarily a plus for Yellow Jackets

The Yellow Jackets enter the 2025 season with playoff hopes and a strong roster — but past seasons suggest their high expectations may be tough to meet.

Colorado picks veteran over Julian Lewis as starting QB vs. Georgia Tech

Colorado Buffaloes to go with veteran QB against Yellow Jackets on Friday.

Georgia Tech players insist they aren’t caught up in hype of Colorado game

‘We treat every game as the same,’ safety Powell-Lee says.

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United defender Enea Mihaj has become a leader on the team. Mihaj signed with the Atlanta United last month. (Doug Roberson/AJC)

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Atlanta United’s Jonathan Spector details scouting process

Atlanta United’s head of international recruitment and development discusses scouting for injuries, youth development, and selecting leaders.

Goalkeeper Jayden Hibbert again is bright spot for Atlanta United

Hibbert improved to 1-0-2 and earned his first shutout in Sunday’s 0-0 draw with Toronto at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Atlanta United winless streak hits 11

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher reacts after scoring during the first half in an NBA basketball game at State Farm Arena, Friday, Feb. 7, 2025, in Atlanta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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EuroBasket viewing guide featuring Porzingis, Risacher, Krejci of the Hawks

With EuroBasket 2025 getting underway, Atlanta Hawks fans can catch Kristaps Porziņģis, Zaccharie Risacher and Vit Krejčí in action before the NBA season begins in October.

Hawks make Caleb Houstan signing official; 18 players will head to camp

Caleb Houstan, who the Magic drafted in the second round in 2022, is a career 37% 3-point shooter who shot better than 50% from 3 after the All-Star break last season.

Hawks agree to 2-year deal with restricted free-agent center

N’Faly Dante, who has played in just four NBA regular-season games, would provide center depth for the Atlanta Hawks behind Onyeka Okongwu and Kristaps Porzingis.

High Schools

Binta Darbo (front) runs drills during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase hosed by the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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Photos: Falcons’ Girls Flag Football Showcase

Nearly 200 high school flag football players competed at the Falcons’ fifth annual Girls Flag Football Showcase on Monday night.

Active Georgia high school football coaches with at least 100 career wins

Marist head coach Alan Chadwich tops the list with 445 victories.

Newnan coach describes comeback that ‘will be talked about for years to come’

Today’s Four Questions interviewee is Newnan coach Chip Walker, whose team beat county rival East Coweta 60-56 last week.

State Report

Tommy Fleetwood, of England, lifts the PGA Tour Championship trophy at East Lake Golf Club on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, in Atlanta. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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Fleetwood chases doubts away with victory at Tour Championship

Pay the man: Tommy Fleetwood earns $10 million for first PGA Tour victory

PHOTOS: Final Round of Tour Championship

Tommy Fleetwood captured the Tour Championship Sunday, winning his first PGA Tour event.

Photos: Falcons’ Girls Flag Football Showcase
Georgia area athletes attend the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase hosted by the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Athletes are welcomed and given instructions during opening remarks of the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase hosted by the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Binta Darbo (front) runs drills during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase hosed by the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Girls run group drills during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Athletes cheer at the end of a training drill during 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Winter Underwood runs drills during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Volunteer Janitra Shields gives instructions during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Players practice catching during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
McEachern athletes Saniyah Dickens (left) and Alexa Mays warm up during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Saniya Simmons locks in on a pass during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Paige Ingram reaches out to catch a pass during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Saniyah Dickens (far left) waits in line to run catching drills during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Players adjust their flag belts during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Family and friends watch during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Rebecka Jones warms up during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Alexa Mays warms up prior to the start of the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Dariyah Starling (left) and Asaira Watkins warm up prior to the start of the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Emani Gladden stretches during the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
Kaylee Wang stretches while attending the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)
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Georgia area athletes attend the 5th annual Girls Flag Football Showcase hosted by the Atlanta Falcons Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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