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Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (84) runs against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons aim to keep Saints down, stay in NFC South race

By The Associated Press Dec. 15, 2022 02:27 PM EST

Los Angeles Rams safety Taylor Rapp (24) tackles Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp (10) during the second half of an NFL football game between the Los Angeles Rams and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Kupp among 32 players nominated for sporstmanship award

Nov. 22, 2022 01:41 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8) runs against Chicago Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon (6) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 20, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons look to fill huge hole with Pitts on injured reserve

By George Henry Nov. 21, 2022 05:00 PM EST

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady meets with reporters after an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Analysis: Tom Brady is losing more than just his cool

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 18, 2022 05:59 AM EDT

Line judge Rusty Baynes (59) speaks with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
AP source: Brady fined $11K for attempted kick of Jarrett

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 14, 2022 08:17 PM EDT

Line judge Rusty Baynes (59) speaks with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
AP Source: Brady could be fined for apparent kick of Jarrett

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 13, 2022 08:55 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) carries the ball with Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (7) defending during the first half of an NFL football game in Orchard Park, N.Y., Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus)
Brady an old face in a familiar place as Bucs visit Steelers

By Will Graves Oct. 13, 2022 04:50 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Mariota, Falcons brace for test against 49ers' stiff defense

By Charles Odum Oct. 13, 2022 04:03 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers running back Jeff Wilson Jr. (22) runs for a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Monday, Oct. 3, 2022. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez)
49ers match NFL's toughest defense against Falcons, Mariota

By The Associated Press Oct. 13, 2022 12:49 PM EDT

Line judge Rusty Baynes (59) speaks with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Roughing-the-passer calls frustrating defenders around NFL

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 12, 2022 06:56 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) scrambles away from Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
AP source: NFL to discuss roughing calls, no change imminent

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 11, 2022 08:46 AM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) scrambles away from Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Analysis: NFL can't find elusive sweet spot to protect QBs

By Arnie Stapleton Oct. 11, 2022 06:00 AM EDT

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce scores on a 4-yard touchdown catch during the second half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)
Chiefs hold on for wild 30-29 victory over rival Raiders

By Dave Skretta Oct. 10, 2022 11:33 PM EDT

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr (4) scrambles away from Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones (95) during the second half of an NFL football game Monday, Oct. 10, 2022, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)
Roughing-the-passer call prompts officiating scrutiny

By Dave Skretta Oct. 10, 2022 10:29 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith watches play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Falcons' run-1st offense lacking balance with Mariota at QB

By Charles Odum Oct. 10, 2022 10:44 AM EDT

Line judge Rusty Baynes (59) speaks with Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Questionable roughing the passer calls raise more questions

By Rob Maaddi Oct. 10, 2022 06:00 AM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws under pressure from Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Ta'Quon Graham (95) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Jarrett's roughing the passer call perplexes Falcons, fans

By Mark Didtler Oct. 09, 2022 07:59 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Leonard Fournette (7) is brought down by Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Timmy Horne (93) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 9, 2022, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
Tom Brady throws for 351 yards, Bucs beat Falcons 21-15

By Fred Goodall Oct. 09, 2022 04:29 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs against the Cleveland Browns during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Brady, Bucs look to end 2-game skid against improved Falcons

By Fred Goodall Oct. 06, 2022 04:56 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier (25) runs against the Cleveland Browns during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons to rely on running game despite injury to Patterson

By George Henry Oct. 03, 2022 07:16 PM EDT