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Caleb Followill looks at a Beatles display at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Cleveland. Rockers Kings of Leon tour a new digital exhibit at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for the NFT (cryptocurrency) launching before the rock band plays at the NFL draft, Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Kings of Leon tour Rock Hall, NFT exhibit before draft gig

By The Associated Press Apr. 29, 2021 12:37 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons take the field before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Detroit Lions at Atlanta Falcons 10/25/2020

Oct. 25, 2020 01:06 PM EDT

Falcons CB Sheffield ruled out for Sunday's game vs Cowboys

Sep. 18, 2020 10:13 PM EDT
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons will be without a key member of their cornerback rotation for the second week in a row after ruling Kendall...

Atlanta Falcons backup quarterback Kurt Benkert completes a pass with Matt Ryan looking on during NFL football training camp practice Saturday, Aug. 15, 2020, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Falcons make final cuts to set 53-man roster for opener

By Paul Newberry Sep. 05, 2020 05:09 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 15, 2019 file photo, Atlanta Falcons offensive guard Chris Lindstrom (63) sits on the bench during the first half an NFL preseason football game against the New York Jets in Atlanta. After being limited by a foot injury to only five games in his rookie season, Lindstrom is being counted on to be a fixture at right guard and provide better protection for quarterback Matt Ryan in 2020. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Lindstrom: Falcons' O-line must 'do better' to protect Ryan

By Charles Odum Aug. 15, 2020 03:16 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons offensive tackle Jake Matthews (70) looks to block during an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans in Atlanta. With sports still largely on hold because of the coronavirus pandemic, athletes and coaches have been looking for ways to pass all that unexpected free time. For Atlanta Falcons lineman Jake Matthews, it's brushing up on his grilling skills. (AP Photo/Michael Zarrilli, File)
Falcons' Allen says idea of practice is 'nerve-racking'

By Charles Odum May. 09, 2020 10:51 AM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 15, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant (21) celebrates after making an interception during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons will dramatically boost their financial flexibility by releasing three high-priced veterans _ running back Devonta Freeman, cornerback Desmond Trufant and offensive tackle Ty Sambrailo. The Falcons announced the Sambrailo move on Monday, March 16, 2020. The team is finalizing the moves with Freeman and Trufant, former Pro Bowl players who had been considered foundation players for the franchise. (AP Photo/Michael Zarrilli, Fle))
Falcons cut veterans Freeman, Trufant to clear cap space

By Charles Odum Mar. 16, 2020 02:46 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) runs against Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Austin Calitro (58) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Quinn says Falcons' strong finish must carry over to 2020

By Charles Odum Dec. 30, 2019 05:42 PM EST

Lindstrom back at practice for 1st time since opening week

By George Henry Dec. 02, 2019 03:50 PM EST
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Falcons rookie guard Chris Lindstrom, the NFL’s No. 14 overall draft pick, is back on the field for the first time since suffering a...

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey (20) warms up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Los Angeles Rams, Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Los Angeles Rams at Atlanta Falcons 10/20/2019

Oct. 20, 2019 12:52 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Atlanta Falcons at Arizona Cardinals 10/13/2019

Oct. 13, 2019 03:37 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons cornerback Desmond Trufant (21) enters the field before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Tennessee Titans at Atlanta Falcons 9/29/2019

Sep. 29, 2019 01:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons center Alex Mack (51) sets to block against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football game in Green Bay, Wis. Pro Bowl center Alex Mack liked how the Falcons' offensive line overcame injuries to produce a better effort in the second game. Now the challenge comes in being successful consistently as the Falcons prepare to visit Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes, File)
Falcons still seeking right formula on offensive line

By George Henry Sep. 19, 2019 07:07 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) celebrates with wide receiver Julio Jones (11) who ran down the tunnel after his go-ahead and eventual game-winning touchdown reception against the Philadelphia Eagles in an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Atlanta. Atlanta won 24-20. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Jones scores late TD, leads Falcons past Eagles 24-20

By Paul Newberry Sep. 15, 2019 11:53 PM EDT

Chicago Bears kicker Eddy Pineiro (15) celebrates his game-winning field goal after an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Sept. 15, 2019, in Denver. The Bears won 16-14. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Pineiro's 53-yard FG at end lifts Bears past Broncos 16-14

By The Associated Press Sep. 15, 2019 05:09 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings' Everson Griffen (97) celebrates after sacking Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) in the third quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. (Carlos Gonzalez/Star Tribune via AP)
No soft launch needed for Barr, seasoned Vikings defense

By Dave Campbell Sep. 12, 2019 07:53 PM EDT

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) scores on a 1-yard touchdown run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Falcons have several areas to fix after sloppy opener

By George Henry Sep. 09, 2019 07:37 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 23, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons rookie offensive tackle Kaleb McGary (76) is shown during their NFL training camp football practice in Flowery Branch, Ga. The Falcons' offensive line remains a work in progress. Having rookie first-round pick Kaleb McGary again cleared for contact following a heart procedure may help. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Falcons OT Gono (back) ruled out for opener vs Vikings

Sep. 06, 2019 02:24 PM EDT

FILE - In this May 10, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Kaleb McGary speaks to the media after NFL football rookie camp in Flowery Branch, Ga. The Falcons' offensive line remains a work in progress. Having rookie first-round pick Kaleb McGary again cleared for contact following a heart procedure may help. (AP Photo/Tami Chappell, File)
Falcons rookie McGary back in practice after heart surgery

By Charles Odum Aug. 26, 2019 02:48 PM EDT

Washington Redskins owner Daniel Snyder, left, speaks with Washington Redskins head coach Jay Gruden, right, before the first half an NFL preseason football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)
Washington Redskins at Atlanta Falcons 8/22/2019

Aug. 22, 2019 06:41 PM EDT