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FILE - This is a 2021 photo of Vincent Taylor of the Houston Texans NFL football team. Taylor, who signed with the Atlanta Falcons in the off season, ruptured his Achilles tendon, coach Arthur Smith announced Tuesday, Aug. 2, 2022, following Tuesday’s practice. (AP Photo/File)
Falcons lose veteran Taylor to season-ending Achilles injury

Aug. 02, 2022 02:53 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Casey Hayward (29) looks on during the NFL football team's training camp on Thursday, July 28, 2022, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons defensive guru Pees determined to raise expectations

Aug. 01, 2022 04:10 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Auden Tate takes part in drills at the NFL football team's practice facility on Wednesday, July 27, 2022, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons open camp with low expectations, open positions

By George Henry Jul. 27, 2022 02:57 PM EDT

FILE - Chicago Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman breaks through the Carolina Panthers offensive line during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Chicago. The Atlanta Falcons acquired run-stopping help for the middle of their defensive line on Wednesday, July 6, 2022, by signing former Chicago Bears nose tackle Eddie Goldman to a one-year deal. (AP Photo/Amr Alfiky, File)
Falcons sign former Bears DT Eddie Goldman to 1-year deal

Jul. 06, 2022 04:15 PM EDT

FILE - Atlanta Falcons guard Chris Lindstrom (63) moves in to block New York Jets defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins (98) while Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Kaleb McGary (76) looks for someone to block during an NFL football game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, on Oct. 10, 2021. The Falcons have picked up right guard Chris Lindstrom's $13.2 million fifth-year option while declining the option on right tackle Kaleb McGary.(AP Photo/Steve Luciano, File)
Falcons decline 5th-year option on right tackle Kaleb McGary

May. 03, 2022 10:26 AM EDT

New Orleans Saints running back Mark Ingram hands a ball to a fan before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 04:11 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons' Kyle Pitts (8) runs away from Buffalo Bills' Dane Jackson (30) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Joshua Bessex)
With another losing record, Falcons can start looking ahead

By Charles Odum Jan. 03, 2022 02:29 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is sacked by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Dorance Armstrong (92) in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Falcons reeling and facing short week after Dallas debacle

By Paul Newberry Nov. 15, 2021 01:57 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons defensive coordinator Dean Pees, left, and wide receivers coach Dave Brock, right, talk with Dallas Cowboys defensive coordinator Dan Quinn, center, on the field before an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Atlanta Falcons at Dallas Cowboys 11/14/2021

Nov. 14, 2021 12:29 PM EST

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Isaiah Ford (87) center celebrates scoring a touchdown, with teammates tight end Mike Gesicki (88), left, and wide receiver Mack Hollins (86), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Hans Deryk)
Atlanta Falcons at Miami Dolphins 10/24/2021

Oct. 24, 2021 01:23 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson (84) celebrates his touchdown against the Washington Football Team during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Wilson, Jets face Ryan, Falcons in London clash of 1-3 teams

By The Associated Press Oct. 07, 2021 11:49 AM EDT

Washington Football Team quarterback Taylor Heinicke (4) embraces with Washington Football Team center Tyler Larsen (69) before the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Washington Football Team at Atlanta Falcons 10/3/2021

Oct. 03, 2021 12:25 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons kicker Younghoe Koo (7) and quarterback Matt Ryan (2) celebrate after their win over the New York Giants after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Matty Ice proves he's not done yet in leading late comeback

By George Henry Sep. 27, 2021 04:18 PM EDT

New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney (29) kneels during the playing of the national anthem before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Atlanta Falcons at New York Giants 9/26/2021

Sep. 26, 2021 01:09 PM EDT

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley (26) breaks away from Washington Football Team cornerback Bobby McCain (20) as he runs with the ball during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
Falcons and Giants meet at MetLife in game between 0-2 teams

By The Associated Press Sep. 23, 2021 10:10 AM EDT

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith, left, and Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski after the second half of a preseason NFL football game, Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Rebuilding Bowl: Rookie coaches debut in Falcons vs. Eagles

By Paul Newberry Sep. 09, 2021 02:11 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith walk on the field during NFL football practice on Tuesday, Aug. 3, 2021, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons' Jones wants another 'taste' of success rushing QBs

By Charles Odum Aug. 05, 2021 02:37 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan throws during their NFL training camp football practice Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Still standing: Falcons' Ryan embraces elder statesman role

By George Henry Jul. 31, 2021 02:36 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan catches the snap during the team's NFL training camp football practice in Flowery Branch, Ga. Thursday, July 29, 2021. (AP Photo/ John Bazemore)
Falcons coach shakes off butterflies on first day of camp

By George Henry Jul. 29, 2021 02:05 PM EDT

2020 NFL All-Pro Team Voting

By The Associated Press Jan. 08, 2021 12:15 PM EST
NEW YORK (AP) — Results of The Associated Press 2020 NFL All-Pro balloting selected by a national panel of 50 media members: OFFENSE ...