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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan throws a touchdown pass to wide receiver Calvin Ridley under pressure from Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Johnathan Hankins during the second quarter of an NFL football game on Sunday, Nov 29, 2020, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Falcons show plenty of pride after 0-5 start, coach change

By Paul Newberry Nov. 30, 2020 04:32 PM EST

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Jacksonville Jaguars general manager David Caldwell speaks during a news conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Jaguars fired Caldwell on Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, after the team’s 10th consecutive loss. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Jaguars fire GM Dave Caldwell following 10th straight loss

By Mark Long Nov. 29, 2020 05:55 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons linebacker Deion Jones (45) celebrates a touchdown after an interception against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Jones returns pick for TD, Falcons rout Carr, Raiders 43-6

By Paul Newberry Nov. 29, 2020 04:43 PM EST

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole Sr. (84) is stopped by Cleveland Browns cornerback Kevin Johnson, left, after a reception during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Browns survive late scare, hold on to beat Jaguars 27-25

By Mark Long Nov. 29, 2020 04:29 PM EST

Raiders, Falcons both look to bounce back from losses

By The Associated Press Nov. 27, 2020 11:27 AM EST
LAS VEGAS (6-4) at ATLANTA (3-7) Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, CBS OPENING LINE — Pick-em RECORD VS. SPREAD —...

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Christian Blake (13) makes the catch ahead of Denver Broncos defensive back Kevin Toliver (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Saints look to Winston, Hill, as they host improving Falcons

By Brett Martel Nov. 19, 2020 07:16 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos in Atlanta. Ryan’s durability since he was drafted in 2008 has been a constant for the Falcons, who play at New Orleans on Sunday. He has missed only three games in 13 seasons. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik, File)
Falcons' Ryan 'very proud' of durability during 13 seasons

By Charles Odum Nov. 19, 2020 04:35 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris works during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Big plays on defense helping Falcons learn how to win games

By Charles Odum Nov. 12, 2020 04:34 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takk McKinley (98) sits on the bench during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, in Atlanta. Defensive end Takk McKinley may have jeopardized his future with the Falcons by using social media to complain about not being traded. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Falcons waive disgruntled former 1st-round pick McKinley

Nov. 09, 2020 05:17 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) works in the pocket during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons reach bye week on a modest two-game winning streak

By George Henry Nov. 09, 2020 01:49 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers' Jordan Berry (4) holds as place kicker Chris Boswell (9) attempts a field goal under pressure from Dallas Cowboys cornerback C.J. Goodwin (29) in the second half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020. The Cowboys blocked the field goal attempt. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
NFL Today, Week 9

By The Associated Press Nov. 08, 2020 09:12 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage (83) misses the catch against Denver Broncos defensive back Essang Bassey (34) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Ryan throws 3 TDs as Falcons stop comeback, beat Broncos

By Charles Odum Nov. 08, 2020 04:35 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) prepares for an NFL game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020 in Atlanta. The Lions defeated the Falcons 23-22.(Margaret Bowles via AP)
Broncos' Lock, Falcons' Ryan try to continue season revivals

By Charles Odum Nov. 05, 2020 03:24 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takk McKinley (98) sits on the bench during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, in Atlanta. Defensive end Takk McKinley may have jeopardized his future with the Falcons by using social media to complain about not being traded. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Falcons to determine if McKinley 'can even be on this team'

By Charles Odum Nov. 04, 2020 02:22 PM EST

El quarterback de los Falcons de Atlanta Matt Ryan en el juego ante los Panthers de Carolina del jueves 29 de octubre del 2020 en Charlotte. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Falcons' win over Panthers boosts optimism for second half

By Charles Odum Oct. 30, 2020 03:03 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan warms up before an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)
Ryan, Falcons avenge earlier loss to Panthers, 25-17

By Steve Reed Oct. 29, 2020 11:46 PM EDT

Detroit Lions players point at the football held by Atlanta Falcons' Todd Gurley during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Atlanta. Gurley saw a tantalizing path to the end zone and couldn't help himself. He tried to fall down, but it was too late. Gurley landed on the goal line for a touchdown that, as it turned out, led to another stunning loss for the Atlanta Falcons. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Can Falcons find yet another unique way to lose a game?

By Barry Wilner Oct. 28, 2020 01:28 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Dante Fowler Jr. (56) stops Detroit Lions running back D'Andre Swift (32) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Panthers, Falcons look to put mental mistakes behind them

By Steve Reed Oct. 28, 2020 11:24 AM EDT

Detroit Lions linebacker Jamie Collins (58) signals "touchdown" as Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley tries to stop short of the end zone to control the final minutes of the clock in the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Morris takes blame for unplanned TD in Falcons' latest loss

By Charles Odum Oct. 26, 2020 04:57 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris speaks during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)
Morris has share of Falcons' mistakes in yet another loss

By Charles Odum Oct. 25, 2020 07:31 PM EDT