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Michael Penix’s season is over before Falcons know if he’s the answer

Michael Penix hasn’t proved over 12 starts that he can be a consistently good NFL starter, much less the franchise QB, and now he will have to recover from ACL surgery.

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How far will away teams travel for second-round games? 4 top 300 miles.

For some schools, the road to a possible GHSA football state championship is longer, as 15 teams must travel more than 200 miles for their second-round game.

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‘One of the great ones to ever play here’: Haynes King set for home finale

Georgia Tech’s star quarterback plays last game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday.

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3-pointer: ACC’s risky schedule format, UGA’s potential bye, a Falcons bright spot

ACC’s future 9-game format could cause title confusion, and Georgia’s potential CFP bye might hurt more than help. Meanwhile, Falcons rookie Cobee Bryant impresses in debut.

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Falcons QB Michael Penix Jr.’s season is over; needs surgery to repair ACL

Michael Penix Jr., whom the Falcons hoped was their quarterback of the future, will undergo season-ending surgery to repair a partially torn ACL in his left knee.

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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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GHSA sticks with PSR ratings, passes on Maxwell model for now

Post Season Rankings will pick, seed playoff teams 1-32 in all 8 classes starting in 2026-27.

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Gainesville leaves loaded Region 7-6A, GHSA approves 12 region appeals

Gainesville spent the last two seasons in Region 7-5A, clashing with athletic titans like Milton and Roswell.

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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: Did the Braves make the right hire in choosing Walt Weiss?

The Atlanta Braves have promoted bench coach Walt Weiss to succeed Brian Snitker as the team’s manager. What do you think of the hire?

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VOTE: How many games will the Hawks win this season?

After an aggressive offseason by the Hawks, how do you feel Atlanta will fare once the regular season begins against the Raptors on Oct. 22.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves pitcher Raisel Iglesias (26) pitches in the final inning of an MLB game against the Pittsburgh Pirates Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. (Daniel Varnado/for the AJC)

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Braves re-sign closer Raisel Iglesias to one-year deal

The re-signing of Raisel Iglesias to a one-year $16 million deal with the Braves retains Iglesias at the same salary he earned last season.

Braves will play in 2026 Little League Classic

It’s the second straight year the Braves will have participated in one of MLB’s marquee events.

After absence last season, Braves Fest returns to Truist Park in January

Braves Fest was not held in 2025 because of preparations for the All-Star Game, but the festival will return on Jan. 31, 2026.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia and coach Kirby Smart — pictured motioning to players on the field against Florida on Nov. 1 — may miss out on playing in the SEC championship game but still earn a first-round bye in the College Football Playoff. (John Raoux/AP)

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Third CFP rankings steady at top but controversial and unsettled thereafter

The top three teams in the CFP rankings remain the same as last week, but plenty of controversy and chaos follows as the rest of the field sorts itself out.

Georgia’s 5-year SEC regular season stretch makes case for dynasty talk

Georgia has just completed a five-year stretch of SEC regular-season finishes that measures up as arguably the best dating back to the league adding an 8-game schedule in 1992

Georgia in position to possibly earn first-round bye in latest CFP rankings

In the latest College Football Playoff rankings, the Georgia Bulldogs moved up to No. 4. In the bracket, Georgia would have a first-round bye.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) leaves the field after the game where the Carolina Panthers defeated the Atlanta Falcons in overtime 30-27, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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Michael Penix’s season is over before Falcons know if he’s the answer

Michael Penix hasn’t proved over 12 starts that he can be a consistently good NFL starter, much less the franchise QB, and now he will have to recover from ACL surgery.

3 intriguing Falcons prop bets vs. the Saints

As the Atlanta Falcons face the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, here are "easy," "interesting" and "out there" prop bets to consider.

Falcons’ defense gets a boost from the return of linebacker Divine Deablo

The Falcons (3-7) will be seeking to snap a five-game losing streak when they face the Saints (2-8) at 4:25 p.m. Sunday at Caesars Superdome.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

“The command he has of the team on the field, he’s special, and it’s hard to put it into words," Georgia Tech head coach Brent Key says of quarterback Haynes King, who will play his final game at Bobby Dodd on Saturday. (Daniel Varnado for the AJC)

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‘One of the great ones to ever play here’: Haynes King set for home finale

Georgia Tech’s star quarterback plays last game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday.

One of state’s leading receivers, Keyon Standifer brings energy to the field

While the Athens Academy star receiver isn’t known for his size, Keyon Standifer is fully capable to change a game with his explosiveness.

Georgia Tech unleashes double-double trouble

Atlanta United FC

Atlanta United Sporting Director Chris Henderson — pictured at manager Gerardo Martino’s introductory press conference last week — didn't share too much about the team's strategy as the trade window and free agency begin in early December. (Jason Getz/AJC)

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Atlanta United has ideas to improve roster

As the trade window and free agency near, Chris Henderson was tight-lipped about the team's strategy but right fullback, goalkeeper and central defender could be targets.

MLS

Atlanta United declines option on Brooks Lennon

Lennon is one of five players whose contract options the Five Stripes didn’t pick up.

Atlanta United managerial finalists included one surprise

Atlanta United’s list of managerial finalists, culminated by the hiring of Gerardo Martino, included several other highly regarded managers.

Atlanta Hawks

Atlanta Hawks guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (7) defends the goal against Detroit Pistons guard Daniss Jenkins during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, in Atlanta. (Erik Rank/AP)

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Good, bad, ugly: Hawks have to make stops, give themselves a chance

The Hawks' five-game win streak came to an end at the hands of the red-hot Pistons but the Hawks continue to show they're a resilient team.

Back to earth: Pistons ground Hawks, snap five-game win streak

Hawks’ role players producing results in early-season run without Trae Young

Over the last nine games, the Hawks (9-5) have put up a 7-2 record, coming off winning all four of their games on their most recent western road trip.

High Schools

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GHSA playoff predictions: Who are the Maxwell second round favorites?

GHSA second round playoff projections for Georgia high school football according to the current Maxwell ratings and actual scoring patterns.

Maxwell summary after First Round: Creekside is Georgia’s highest rated team

After the first round of playoffs, the Maxwell summary slates Creekside as Georgia's highest-rated team.

GHSA playoff projections: Who are the Maxwell favorites in the first round?

Week 12 projections for Georgia high school football according to the current Maxwell ratings and actual scoring patterns.

State Report

Jackson State players celebrate victory over South Carolina State in the 2024 Celebration Bowl at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Tigers are once again in contention for a spot in the bowl game. (Hyosub Shin/AJC 2024)

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Atlanta awaits: Celebration Bowl picture comes into focus

The annual showcase pits the champions of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference in a spotlight game for HBCU football.

Kennesaw State falls to South Florida, 108-89

The South Florida Bulls defeated the Kennesaw State Owls 108-89 on Sunday. Both teams honored their former coach Amir Abdur-Rahim at halftime, who passed away last year.

PHOTOS: Kennesaw State falls to South Florida in men's basketball

Kennesaw State's men's basketball team fell to South Florida on Sunday. At halftime, both schools honored former coach Amir Abdur-Rahim, who passed away in October of 2024.

Photos: McEachern flag football defeats Marietta
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McEachern wide receiver Michala Butler (right) runs alongside Marietta's Joy Gross (4) in a flag football game against McEachern at Osborne High School in Marietta, GA on Monday, November 17th, 2025. (Oscar Guevara Saenz for the AJC)

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As defense reels, trust Brent Key to have Georgia Tech ready

'If the offense defense can’t stop them, that spells trouble,' former Yellow Jacket Jerimiah McClary says of Georgia Tech.

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Georgia Tech comes in at No. 16 in third CFP rankings

The Yellow Jackets are one of three teams from the ACC inside the rankings. Virginia was at No. 19 and Miami was at No. 13.

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Back to earth: Pistons ground Hawks, snap five-game win streak

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GHSA playoff projections: Who are the Maxwell favorites in the first round?

Week 12 projections for Georgia high school football according to the current Maxwell ratings and actual scoring patterns.

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Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher’s status is day-to-day following scary fall

After a scary fall during the team’s comeback win over the Suns on Sunday, Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher appears to have avoided a more serious injury.

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Ladd McConkey sees Georgia football ‘really rallying’ behind Gunner Stockton

The Los Angeles Chargers rising star played against Gunner Stockton in high school, cheers for him with Georgia Bulldogs now.

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Here’s what must happen for Georgia to play in 2025 SEC championship game

The Bulldogs’ improved conference record does not yet mean UGA has clinched a spot in Atlanta.

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Falcons’ Plan B is Kirk Cousins, which isn’t the most hopeful plan

With Michael Penix Jr. sidelined for at least four games, Atlanta's outlook for the rest of the season is grim based on Cousins’ performances in 2025.

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Here’s what must happen for Georgia Tech to play in 2025 ACC championship game

At 9-1 and 6-1 in the ACC, the Jackets could become the first team in the conference to reach seven wins if they can get by Pitt.

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‘I’m blessed’: Hawks’ Bob Rathbun still having fun 30 seasons in

One of the big changes Hawks announcer Bob Rathbun says he's seen in 30 years is that games now are great for fans because they get both a basketball game and a party.