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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) is sacked by Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Joseph Ossai (58) in the second half of an NFL football game in Cincinnati, Fla., Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster)
Falcons, Panthers are somehow contending in weak NFC South

By Paul Newberry Oct. 27, 2022 05:02 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota (1) hands off the ball to running back Damien Williams (6) during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Jets, Monday, Aug. 22, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Falcons' Damien Williams misses practice with sore rib

Sep. 15, 2022 07:33 PM EDT

New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill (7) runs after a ctach against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Saints pull off improbable comeback to beat Falcons 27-26

By Paul Newberry Sep. 11, 2022 04:33 PM EDT

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) looks for a receiver during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Saturday, Aug. 20, 2022, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Jags QB Lawrence feeling 'really comfortable' in 2nd season

Aug. 25, 2022 06:12 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith walks across the field during NFL football practice Thursday, May 26, 2022, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons QB Mariota willing to be mentor but hungry to start

By Charles Odum May. 26, 2022 05:16 PM EDT

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen warms up before an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)
Atlanta Falcons at Buffalo Bills 1/2/2022

Jan. 02, 2022 11:57 AM EST

Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Foye Oluokun (54) celebrates his interception against the Detroit Lions during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 20-16. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Bills have their swagger back in preparing to host Falcons

By John Wawrow Dec. 30, 2021 06:59 PM EST

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Falcons seek to stay in playoff hunt in game at Bills

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 12:43 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons long snapper Josh Harris signs autographs before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Detroit Lions at Atlanta Falcons 12/26/2021

Dec. 26, 2021 12:35 PM EST

New England Patriots fans cheer before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the New England Patriots, Thursday, Nov. 18, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
New England Patriots at Atlanta Falcons 11/18/2021

Nov. 18, 2021 07:47 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

A fan dressed in a Halloween watches teams warm up before the first half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Oct. 31, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Carolina Panthers at Atlanta Falcons 10/31/2021

Oct. 31, 2021 12:23 PM EDT

Carolina Panthers defensive end Brian Burns reacts during the second half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Giants won 25-3. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Falcons look for 3rd straight win vs struggling Panthers

By The Associated Press Oct. 28, 2021 01:15 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8) is congratulated by a fan, as he leaves the field after the Falcons defeated the Miami Dolphins 30-28 in their NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Hans Deryk)
Falcons reach .500, hope to move on to winning record

By Paul Newberry Oct. 25, 2021 02:21 PM EDT

New York Jets running back Michael Carter (32) is tackled by Atlanta Falcons defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. (6) during the first half of an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Atlanta Falcons at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London, England, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
Falcons DE Dante Fowler (knee) placed on injured reserve

Oct. 22, 2021 03:52 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) leaves the field after an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Atlanta Falcons at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London, England, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. Atlanta Falcons won the match 27-20. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)
Falcons are slight road favorite against reeling Dolphins

By The Associated Press Oct. 21, 2021 01:14 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts (8), left, is greeted by Atlanta Falcons tight end Lee Smith (85) after scoring a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game between the New York Jets and the Atlanta Falcons at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London, England, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant)
Falcons on upswing under Smith, have cause for encouragement

By Charles Odum Oct. 14, 2021 01:53 PM EDT

Falcons without starting S Erik Harris against Jets

Oct. 10, 2021 08:53 AM EDT
LONDON (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons will be without starting safety Erik Harris for Sunday's game against the New York Jets in London because of a calf injury. ...

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson sits on the bench during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in East Rutherford. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Falcons, Jets decline 'bowl-week' approach to London game

By Charles Odum Oct. 07, 2021 01:03 PM EDT

Washington Football Team linebacker Jared Norris (50) works against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Falcons consider all options with CB Oliver lost for season

By Charles Odum Oct. 06, 2021 02:49 PM EDT