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Julio Jones #11 of the Atlanta Falcons scores a touchdown in front of Josh Jackson #37 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Julio Jones #11 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half of a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers scores a touchdown in front of Robert Alford #23 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Jamaal Williams #30 of the Green Bay Packers runs the ball during the first half of a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers catches a pass over Robert Alford #23 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers evades a diving Jack Crawford #95 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons throws a pass to Mohamed Sanu #12 during the first half of a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Tevin Coleman #26 of the Atlanta Falcons runs against Josh Jackson #37 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Julio Jones #11 of the Atlanta Falcons catches a pass in front of Jaire Alexander #23 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons talks with head coach Dan Quinn and offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian during the first half of a game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Bashaud Breeland #26 of the Green Bay Packers intercepts a pass intended for Austin Hooper #81 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers catches a pass in front of Isaiah Oliver #20 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Desmond Trufant #21 of the Atlanta Falcons sacks Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Austin Hooper #81 of the Atlanta Falcons stiff arms Josh Jones #27 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Bashaud Breeland #26 of the Green Bay Packers celebrates with fans after returning an interception for a touchdown during the first half of a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers is tackled by Brian Poole #34 of the Atlanta Falcons and Isaiah Oliver #20 during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Davante Adams #17 of the Green Bay Packers catches a pass in front of Isaiah Oliver #20 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers slides in front of Jack Crawford #95 of the Atlanta Falcons and Bruce Irvin #52 during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Mohamed Sanu #12 of the Atlanta Falcons is tackled by Kyler Fackrell #51 of the Green Bay Packers during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Lucas Patrick #62 of the Green Bay Packers fights with members of the Atlanta Falcons defense during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers attempts to get away from Takkarist McKinley #98 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo...Stacy Revere/Getty Images
Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers is tackled by Brian Poole #34 of the Atlanta Falcons during the first half of a game at Lambeau Field on December 09, 2018 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty...Dylan Buell/Getty Images
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) watch the defense play during the second half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. The Baltimore...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (44) dunks the football after intercepting the ball and running it back for touchdown during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes a catch for a first down during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) can't make a catch during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) completes a catch during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Chris Moore (10) is tackled after completing a catch on a fourth down conversion during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) in the pocket during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith (25) is tackled after running the ball for a gain of zero yards during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA...Alyssa Pointer
Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith (90) celebrates after a tackle during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC...Alyssa Pointer
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) looks to complete a pass during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. (ALYSSA POINTER/ALYSSA.POINTER@AJC.COM)Alyssa Pointer
Beasley (44) recovered a Ravens fumble and returned it for a touchdown during the first half. The Atlanta Falcons played the Baltimore Ravens in a NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 2nd, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (44) recovered a Ravens fumble and returned it for a touchdown during the first half. The Atlanta Falcons played the Baltimore Ravens in a NFL football game Sunday, Dec...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (44) recovered a Ravens fumble and returned it for a touchdown during the first half. The Atlanta Falcons played the Baltimore Ravens in a NFL football game Sunday, Dec...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) leaves the field following the game against the Baltimore Ravens at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. The Baltimore Ravens beat the Atlanta Falcons...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) looks to complete a pass during the second half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. The Baltimore Ravens beat the Atlanta Falcons...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) tackles Baltimore Ravens cornerback Tavon Young (25) during the second half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. The Baltimore...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) breaks out of a tackle by Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Kenny Young (40) during the second half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker De'Vondre Campbell (59) looks to tackle Baltimore Ravens tight end Nick Boyle (86) on the sideline during the second half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn leaves the field following a loss to the Baltimore Ravens at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. The Baltimore Ravens beat the Atlanta Falcons, 26-16...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) fumbles after being hit in the second half, which was recovered by the Ravens who ran it in for a touchdown. The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Baltimore Ravens 26 -16 in...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Kemal Ishmael (36) and Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Justin Hardy (14) leave the field after the loss. The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Baltimore Ravens 26 -16 in a NFL football game...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) scores the Falcons only offensive touchdown in the fourth quarter. The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Baltimore Ravens 26 -16 in a NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 2nd,...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) can't get to this 3rd quarter pass attempt, on of many missed passes. The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Baltimore Ravens 26 -16 in a NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 2nd...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Robert Griffin III (3) evades Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (97) in the second half. The Atlanta Falcons lost to the Baltimore Ravens 26 -16 in a NFL football game...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey (29) defends a first half pass to Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11), which was incomplete. The Atlanta Falcons played the Baltimore Ravens in a NFL football...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) sits in the field of play after the Falcons were penalized for a neutral zone infraction. They had to punt on the drive. The Atlanta Falcons played the Baltimore...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is tackled by Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Terrell Suggs (55) during the first half of the game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Sunday, December 2, 2018. The...Alyssa Pointer
Former University of Georgia quarterback Aaron Murray has signed to play in the new Alliance of American football. (AJC file photo)
Aaron Murray has signed with the Atlanta franchise in the AAF - the Atlanta Legends. The Legends will be coached by former NFL head coach Brad Childress with former Falcon Michael Vick serving as offensive coordinator...
Aaron Murray played at Georgia from 2010-13. (AJC file photo)
Aaron Murray finished his career as the leading passer in UGA and SEC history with 13,166 yards. (AJC file photo)
Aaron Murray was a fifth-round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in the 2014 NFL draft. (AJC file photo)
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 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
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 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 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 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
Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons fumbles the ball fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns won 28 to 16. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Nick Chubb (24) of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball defended by De'Vondre Campbell of the Atlanta Falcons in the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons looks to pass in the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Nick Chubb of the Cleveland Browns breaks free from Sharrod Neasman of the Atlanta Falcons in the first quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Baker Mayfield of the Cleveland Browns throws a pass in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)Jason Miller/Getty Images
Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in the first quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)Jason Miller/Getty Images
Rashard Higgins of the Cleveland Browns scores a touchdown in the first half against the Atlanta Falcons at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)Jason Miller/Getty Images
Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in for a touchdown in the second quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in the second quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)Jason Miller/Getty Images
Derrick Kindred of the Cleveland Browns tackles Austin Hooper of the Atlanta Falcons in the first half at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Duke Johnson of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball in the first half against the Atlanta Falcons at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Baker Mayfield of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball in the first half against the Atlanta Falcons at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in the first half against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Austin Hooper of the Atlanta Falcons flies through the air after being tackled by Jamie Collins of the Cleveland Browns in the first half at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by...Jason Miller/Getty Images
Ito Smith of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in the first half against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images)Jason Miller/Getty Images
Nick Chubb of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball in for a touchdown in the third quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty...Jason Miller/Getty Images
Logan Paulsenof the Atlanta Falcons hits the ground after being tackled by Derrick Kindred of the Cleveland Browns in the first half at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Derrick Kindred of the Cleveland Browns breaks free from a tackle from Kemal Ishmael of the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty...Jason Miller/Getty Images
Tevin Coleman of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball defended Damarious Randall of the Cleveland Browns in the third quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Orson Charles of the Cleveland Browns is brought down by Jordan Richards of the Atlanta Falcons in the third quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Nick Chubb of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball in the first half against the Atlanta Falcons at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Austin Hooper of the Atlanta Falcons flies through the air after being tackled by Jamie Collins of the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Tevin Coleman of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in the third quarter against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Austin Hooper of the Atlanta Falcons runs the ball in for a touchdown defended by Jabrill Peppers of the Cleveland Browns in the fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio....Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Eric Saubertof the Atlanta Falcons is unable to to catch the ball in front of Joe Schobert of the Cleveland Browns fourth quarter at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Matt Ryan  of the Atlanta Falcons and Baker Mayfield of the Cleveland Browns shake hands after the game at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Browns won 28 to 16. (Photo by Gregory...Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Nick Chubb of the Cleveland Browns is tackled by Duke Riley of the Atlanta Falcons in the first half at FirstEnergy Stadium on November 11, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)Gregory Shamus/Getty Images
Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons is mobbed by teammates after catching a 35-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover,...Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons throws a pass in the first quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons throws a pass in the first quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Tevin Coleman of the Atlanta Falcons heads for the end zone on a 39-yard touchdown catch and run in the first quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland...Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Matt Ryanof the Atlanta Falcons gets sacked by Ryan Kerrigan of the Washington Redskins in the second quarter of the game at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Paul Richardson of the Washington Redskins makes a catch in front of Desmond Trufant of the Atlanta Falcons in the first quarter of the game at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Joe...Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn reacts in the second quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Tight end Austin Hooper of the Atlanta Falcons is tackled by free safety Ha Ha Clinton-Dix of the Washington Redskins in the second quarter at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
Wide receiver Josh Doctson of the Washington Redskins catches a pass for a touchdown against free safety Isaiah Oliver of the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover,...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
Outside linebacker Ryan Kerrigan of the Washington Redskins sacks quarterback Matt Ryan of the Atlanta Falcons in the second quarter at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
Wide receiver Calvin Ridley of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates with teammates wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) and running back Ito Smith (25) after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Washington...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
Wide receiver Calvin Ridley of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates with teammate running back Ito Smith (25) after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
Wide receiver Calvin Ridley of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates with teammate wide receiver Julio Jones after scoring a touchdown in the second quarter against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons dives into the end zone for a 35-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter of the game against the Washington Redskins at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. Atlanta...Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Tevin Coleman of the Atlanta Falcons runs into the end zone for a 10-yard touchdown after catching a pass ahead of Mason Foster of the Washington Redskins in the third quarter of the game at FedExField on November...Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Cornerback Josh Norman of the Washington Redskins is called for pass interference against wide receiver Julio Jones of the Atlanta Falcons in the fourth quarter at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland...Patrick McDermott/Getty Images
De'Vondre Campbell (59) and Grady Jarrett of the Atlanta Falcons chase Alex Smith of the Washington Redskins in the second quarter of the game at FedExField on November 4, 2018 in Landover, Maryland. Atlanta won...Joe Robbins/Getty Images
Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Ryan Schraeder hoists replacement kicker Giorgio Tavecchio in the air after his third field goal of the game for a 23-12 lead over the New York Giants during the fourth quarter...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. greet each other on the field before facing off in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
The roof is open at Mercedes-Benz Stadium as Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and quarterbacks coach Greg Knapp prepare to play the New York Giants in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons kicker Giorgio Tavecchio (4) surveys the field during pregame warmups. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday, October 22, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) runs for a first down on the opening drive of the Falcons agains defender New York Giants cornerback Eli Apple (24). The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) runs for a first down on the opening drive of the Falcons. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday, October 22, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) runs for a first down on the opening drive of the Falcons. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday, October 22, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Marvin Hall catches a touchdown pass past New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins for a 7-0 lead during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones makes a catch over New York Giants linebacker Alec Ogletree during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Jack Crawford (95) and Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) on one of Atlanta's sacks of New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) in the first half. The Atlanta...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Falcons sack New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) forcing them to settle for a field goal on the drive in the first half. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday, October...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Bruce Carter (55) and Atlanta Falcons defensive back Sharrod Neasman (41) put the stop New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) in the first half. The Atlanta Falcons played the...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons replacement kicker Giorgio Tavecchio and New York Giants Janoris Jenkins watch his third fieldgoal of the game for a 23-12 lead over the New York Giants during the fourth quarter in a NFL football...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman breaks away from New York Giants safety Curtis Riley for a touchdown and a 20-6 lead during the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman scores a touchdown for a 20-6 lead over the New York Giants during the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons safety Damontae Kazee (left) and cornerback Robert Alford break up a pass in the endzone to New York Giants tight end Scott Simonson on a fourth and one attempt to take over on downs during the third...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons safety Sharrod Neasman reacts after the defense held the New York Giants on a fourth and one attempt to take over on downs during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn reacts after his defense held the New York Giants on a fourth-and-1 attempt to take over on downs during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Justin Hardy (14) makes this catch for a first down in the second half. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday, October 22, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) makes this first down catch on the Falcons final scoring drive which ended with a field goal by Atlanta Falcons kicker Giorgio Tavecchio. The Atlanta Falcons played...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) tosses to Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman (26) who ran it in for a touchdown. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday,...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons defensive back Sharrod Neasman (41) can't keep up with a wide open New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) on this long pass from New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) that set up...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Marvin Hall (17) makes this catch for a first down in the second half in front of defender New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins (20). The Atlanta Falcons played the New York...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons kicker Giorgio Tavecchio (4) kicks his third field in the fourth quarter putting the game out of reach of the Giants. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Falcons coach Dan Quinn congratulates Atlanta Falcons kicker Giorgio Tavecchio after his third field goal in the fourth quarter. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday, October...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Falcons defenders, including Atlanta Falcons defensive end Jack Crawford (95), and Atlanta Falcons strong safety Damontae Kazee (27), keep New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) out of the end zone on successive...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
New York Giants wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) can't handle this end zone pass from New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) that was defended by Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23). The Atlanta...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn reacts after his defense held the New York Giants on a fourth-and-1 attempt to take over on downs during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett sacks New York Giants Eli Manning during the first quarter with Takkarist McKinley (left) applying pressure in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett reacts after sacking New York Giants Eli Manning during the first quarter in a NFL football game on Monday, Oct 22, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant (21) puts the stop on New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) in the first half. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game Monday...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Jack Crawford (95) gets to New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) on one of the Falcons first half sacks. The Atlanta Falcons played the New York Giants in an NFL football game...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Brian Poole (center) celebrates intercepting Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston in the end zone during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu dives into the endzone past Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Justin Evans and cornerback Ryan Smith for a 7-6 lead during the first quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu dives into the endzone past Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Justin Evans for a 7-6 lead during the first quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu dives into the endzone past Tampa Bay Buccaneers safety Justin Evans for a 7-6 lead during the first quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Brian Poole goes up to intercept Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston in the end zone during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. ...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons guard Wes Schweitzer spikes the ball after Tevin Coleman’s touchdown catch for a 31-22 lead over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the 4th quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman celebrates his touchdown catch with teammates for a 31-22 lead over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the 4th quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman makes the crucial catch for a touchdown past Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Brent Grimes to take a 31-22 lead during the 4th quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday,...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant just gets off the field goal for a 34-29 lead over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the final minutes of the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons Jack Crawford tackles Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans who looks to lateral on the final play of the game in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. The Falcons defense...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan takes a hit from Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Kwon Alexander rushing for a first down on a quarterback keeper during the second half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons defender Deadrin Senat levels Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston on a quarterback keeper during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. The Falcons...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamud Sanu signals the score as tight end Austin Hooper gets past Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Kwon Alexander for a touchdown to take a 21-6 lead during the second quarter in a...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons Damontae Kazee intercepts Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley makes a reception against Tampa Bay Buccaneers Ryan Smith during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Ridley left the game with an...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper celebrates his touchdown with Julio Jones for a 21-6 lead over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan and wide receiver Mohamed Sanu celebrate a first half touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith celebrates his touchdown for a 14-6 lead over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones makes a reception past Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Ryan Smith during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn talks with his defense during a first half time out against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones makes a first down catch against Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Kwon Alexander during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu makes a first down reception against Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback M.J. Stewart during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Brian Poole puts a hit on Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston knocking him out of bounds during the second quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Oct 14, 2018, in Atlanta...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Falcons QB Matt Ryan fumbles as he is hit by T.J. Watt during Sunday's 41-17 Steelers victory in Pittsburgh. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Takk McKinley (back) and De'Vondre Campbell converge on Steelers RB James Conner during the first half of Sunday's Falcons-Steelers game in Pittsburgh. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Falcons RB Tevin Coleman looks for yardage against the Pittsburgh Steelers during Sunday's game. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Falcons QB Matt Ryan drops back to pass in the first half of Sunday's game against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Mohamed Sanu runs upfield for a 43-yard touchdown during the first half of Sunday's game. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Mohamed Sanu celebrates with Matt Ryan and Julio Jones after his touchdown catch. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Devonta Freeman carries the ball against Artie Burns. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Falcons TE Austin Hooper runs upfield after a catch as Terrell Edmunds defends in the first quarter of Sunday's game. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Damontae Kazee intercepts a pass intended for Antonio Brown in the end zone during the first half of Sunday's game. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Austin Hooper is wrapped up for a tackle by Tyler Matakevich. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Tevin Coleman looks to make a move against Joe Haden. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Matt Ryan attempts a pass in the first quarter of Sunday's game. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Steelers RB James Conner dives past Brooks Reed and other Falcons defenders for a 1-yard touchdown in the first quarter of Sunday's game. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger looses up before Sunday's game against the Falcons. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)
Falcons QB Matt Ryan warms up before Sunday's game against the Steelers in Pittsburgh. (Photo by Joe Sargent/Getty Images)
Atlanta Falcon's quarterback Matt Ryan gives his signature to 4-year-old Ryder Oliver during a visit to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Six members of the football team and...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders sign their names on a card for children and families during a Atlanta Falcons visit to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Six members of the football...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan prepares to visit a child and their family during an Atlanta Falcons visit to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Six members of the football...Alyssa Pointer
After being hit by a projectile from a toy gun, Atlanta Falcon's quarterback Matt Ryan helps 4-year-old Ryder Oliver reload the toy during a visit to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons players Keith Tandy (from left), Matt Bryant (center) and Marvin Hall (right) adorn Falcons gear with their signatures for 9-year-old Clinton Goode in his hospital room during a visit to Children's...Alyssa Pointer
After being hit by a projectile from a toy gun, Atlanta Falcon's quarterback Matt Ryan helps 4-year-old Ryder Oliver reload the toy during a visit to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons players Marvin Hall (center) and Josh Harris (right) watch as Katelyn Nelson, 13, of Fort Valley, checks out her signed Falcons gear at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October...Alyssa Pointer
Clinton Goode holds onto his signed Atlanta Falcons cup at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston, Tuesday, October 2, 2018. Six members of the football team and two cheerleaders visited the hospital and handed...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons players Josh Harris (from left), Keith Tandy, Marvin Hall and Matt Bryant (right) pose for a photo with the Happy Tails therapy dogs during a visit to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston...Alyssa Pointer
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver (20) gets beat by Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green (18) as Green got open in the end zone to score the winning touchdown for the Bengals. The Atlanta Falcons...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan paces the sidelines as the Cincinnati Bengals go on a game winning drive in the final minutes of a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. The Bengals beat the...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Former president Jimmy Carter and first lady Rosalynn Carter give Falcons head coach Dan Quinn a thumbs up before playing the Bengals in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Former president Jimmy Carter and first lady Rosalynn Carter are on the sidelines for the Falcons and Bengals in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Falcons long time team photographer Jimmy Cribb is honored by owner Arthur Blank and former running back Warrick Dunn with a team jersey before playing the Bengals in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Falcons running back Ito Smith spikes the ball after scoring a touchdown for a 7-0 lead over the Bengals during the first quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) pulls in a first down catch, to set up for a Falcons' touchdown against the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...BOB ANDRES
Cincinnati Bengals tight end Tyler Eifert goes uncovered for the touchdown in the first quarter against the Atlanta Falcons, Sept 30, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. BOB ANDRES /BANDRES@AJC.COMBOB ANDRES
Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith (25) slips through to the Endzone, putting the Falcons on the scoreboard first in the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Falcons played the Bengals in an NFL...BOB ANDRES
Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (25) runs to the endzone for touchdown in the first quarter against The Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GA. BOB ANDRES...BOB ANDRES
Falcons tight end Logan Paulsen catches a touchdown pass to tie the game 14-14 with the Bengals during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver John Ross (15) beats Atlanta Falcons cornerback Damontae Kazee (27) to score Cincinnati's third touchdown. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Falcons tight end Logan Paulsen catches a touchdown pass to tie the game 14-14 with the Bengals during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons kicker Matt Bryant (3) points at the Bengals bench after he kicked a long field goal at the end of the half. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) gets out of bounds to stop the clock on the Falcons final drive of the first half that ended up a field goal. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) makes this catch for a 1st down to set up a Falcon's score. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept 29, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz...Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones gets a pat on the back from Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick coming up short of the endzone on the final play of the game in a 37-36 loss to the Bengals in...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones comes up short of the endzone on the final play of the game in a 37-36 loss to the Bengals in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver A.J. Green catches the winning touchdown pass past Atlanta Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver for a 37-36 victory over the Atlanta Falcons in the final seconds of a NFL football game...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Carlos Dunlap (96) sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) in the third quarter. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept 30...BOB ANDRES
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) gets a third quarter touchdown on a pass from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2). The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game...BOB ANDRES
Another first down for the Cincinnati Bengals with this catch by Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd (83) over Atlanta Falcons defensive back Desmond Trufant (21). The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati...BOB ANDRES
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tyler Boyd (83) gets the first down in the third quarter. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium...BOB ANDRES
Atlanta Falcons cornerback Brian Poole (34) gets a flag on this play for targeting Cincinnati Bengals running back Mark Walton (32). The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday...BOB ANDRES
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Vic Beasley (44) blocks a throw from Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton (14) in the third quarter. The Atlanta Falcons played the Cincinnati Bengals in an NFL football game Sunday...BOB ANDRES
Atlanta Falcons safety Damontae Kazee stiff arms Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Alex Erickson while intercepting quarterback Andy Dalton during the third quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Geno Atkins sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan during the first half in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley sacks Bengals quarterback Andy Dalton during the fourth quarter in a NFL football game on Sunday, Sept 30, 2018, in Atlanta. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.comccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
Falcons offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian (from left), head coach Dan Quinn, and quarterback Matt Ryan can only watch from the sidelines in the fourth quarter falling to the Bengals 37-36 in a NFL football game...ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton
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Atlanta United fans swarm the team's bus as it arrives at its final stop - Mercedes-Benz Stadium - during the MLS Cup championship parade Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
Atlanta United fans pack the parade route through downtown Atlanta Monday, Dec. 10, 2018.John Spink/jspink@ajc.com
Atlanta United fans crowd the parade route for the MLS championship Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, in Atlanta. The parade began at Baker and Peachtree streets and ended with a rally at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.John Spink/jspink@ajc.com
The MLS Cup trophy arrives at the championship rally Monday Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Thousands of fans line streets of downtown Atlanta as the team paraded their trophy.Alyssa Pointer/apointer@ajc.com
A member of Atlanta United's entourage asks fans for beer before the start of the victory rally from atop one of the double-decker buses carrying the MLS champions Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, during a parade through...Alyssa Pointer/apointer@ajc.com
Pyrotechnics are set off as the MLS Cup arrives at the Home Depot Backyard for the conclusion of the Atlanta United's championship parade Monday, Dec 10, 2018, in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
Atlanta United fans snap photos of players as the MLS Cup victory parade passes by Baker Street Monday, Dec 10, 2018, in Atlanta.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com
Atlanta United manager Gerardo "Tata" Martino hammers the Golden Spike during the MLS championship rally Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC
Members of Atlanta United are greeted by fans at Mercedes-Benz Stadium Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, for the final stop of the championship parade through Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/apointer@ajc.com
A couple takes a selfie (bottom) after confetti is fired into the air during the Atlanta United celebration of their MLS Cup Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC
Matthew Grines rolls around in confetti during the Atlanta United victory rally Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/apointer@ajc.com
Atlanta United fans are showered in confetti at the team championship celebration Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/apointer@ajc.com
Members of the Atlanta United acknowledge the crowds during the team's championship celebration parade Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, through downtown Atlanta.John Spink/jspink@ajc.com
A double-decker bus carrying the Atlanta United team members and the MLS Cup follows cheering fans during the championship parade Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, in downtown Atlanta.Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com
Atlanta United's manager Gerardo "Tata" Martino hoists the MLS Cup trophy for fans to take in during the championship victory rally Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Alyssa Pointer/apointer@ajc.com
Atlanta United forward Hector Villalba holds up the MLS Cup as Atlanta United celebrates during a victory rally Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC
Atlanta United manager Gerardo "Tata" Martino reacts after hammering the Golden Spike during the MLS championship rally Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC
Atlanta United players celebrate as their bus approaches Mercedes-Benz Stadium for the victory rally, Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, in Atlanta.Jason Getz/For the AJC
Atlanta United fans line the streets of downtown Atlanta as team members make their way through downtown Atlanta aboard double-decker buses during the MLS Cup championship parade Monday, Dec 10, 2018.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com