Sideline Report: Thursday, September 28, 2017

Here are a few things to know on Thursday:

1. Atlanta United defeats Philadelphia, 3-0

Atlanta United is officially headed to the MLS playoffs after Wednesday night's 3-0 win over the Philadelphia Union. Atlanta United's next game is at New England on Saturday at 7:30 p.m.

2. Braves lose season finale to Mets

The Atlanta Braves lost the 2017 season finale to the New York Mets 7-1 on Wednesday at Citi Field. The Braves travel to Miami for a four-game series against the Miami Marlins to finish the season. Thursday's game begins at 7:10 p.m.

3. Falcons Taylor Gabriel thinks he can beat The Freeze

D. Orlando Ledbetter reports Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Taylor Gabriel said he thinks he can beat The Freeze.

4. SEC Commissioner makes statement on FBI's college basketball investigation

SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey released a statement on Wednesday on the FBI's investigation of college basketball recruiting corruption. The statement can be read on the AJC.com.

5. Johnson reveals Georgia Tech's plan for North Carolina

Ken Sugiura reports Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson said the Yellow Jacket's have a plan for North Carolina's fast-paced offense. More on the AJC.com.

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