The busiest sports week of the first three months of 2025 began with a bang Monday as the Falcons released franchise veteran and fan favorite Grady Jarrett.

Things are expected to pick up in Flowery Branch Tuesday with a decision still looming on the league’s richest backup quarterback (Kirk Cousins) ahead of the official opening of the 2025-26 NFL business year on Wednesday. Not interested in the NFL?

Take a look at everything else going on this week:

-College football: Georgia begins spring practice Tuesday, one week after Georgia Tech kicked off spring drills in Atlanta.

-College basketball: Georgia Tech play its ACC tournament opener Wednesday at noon in Charlotte, Georgia plays its SEC tournament opener Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. in Nashville.

-NBA: The Hawks (who played at home last night) have home games at State Farm Arena on Wednesday and Friday before hitting the road.

-MLS: Atlanta United, with its leading goal-scorer in concussion protocol, plays Sunday against ‘new rival’ Inter Miami.

Not enough? Here’s a little more NFL (pro days set for Georgia and Georgia Tech this week) and the Braves continue their exhibition schedule with a matchup against the Phillies on Thursday. It’s only an exhibition, but it’s still the Phillies.

So, get ready for a busy week. And for those who want to look ahead, consider this – NCAA South Regional is set for March 28-30 at State Farm Arena.

Busy times ahead for sure.

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