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Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 31 2008

Falcons Make Roster Moves; DE Jackson Returns

The Falcons made several roster moves on Tuesday, including signing veteran defensive end Grady Jackson.  The team also placed cornerback Von Hutchins on the injured reserve list, released defensive lineman David Patterson and signed cornerback Glenn Sharpe.  Jackson was released by the Falcons after seven games last season and was signed by Jacksonville.  In 14 [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 30 2008

Dahl in the Lead for the Teams Right Guard Spot

From: Pro Football Weekly
Sources say Harvey Dahl, a practice-squad player for much of his career, has overtaken Kynan Forney for the Falcons’ starting ORG spot. We hear Dahl’s nasty temperament has been the secret to his recent success in Atlanta. Head coach Mike Smith’s staff is looking for guys with a mean streak, and Dahl [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 13 2008

Vick Files For Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

Suspended Falcons quarterback Michael Vick filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a federal courtroom in Virginia on Monday.  Vick is claiming debts of 10-million to 50-million-dollars and has listed among his creditors the Atlanta Falcons for a claim of 3.75-million-dollars of a pro-rated signing bonus.  Six other creditors listed include banks and Joel Enterprises, with a [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 09 2008

Falcons O-Line Finally Starting to Take Form

From: Pro Football Weekly
Sources tell PFW the left side of the Falcons’ offensive line is beginning to take shape. It’s likely that rookie Sam Baker will start at left tackle and second-year veteran Justin Blalock will hold on to his spot at left guard. Blalock was being considered for a move to right tackle, but [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 05 2008

Norwood May Return Punts for Birds in 08

The Falcons website is reporting that the team is giving running back Jerious Norwood a look as a possible punt returner for the 2008 season.  Right now Adam Jennings is the man listed as the punt returner, but he has little value in other areas and seems to be resting on the bubble for a [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jul 02 2008