Today’s AJC points out that the Falcons could turn to some help at corner as the team struggled vs the Chargers in that area:
Falcons coach Mike Smith was clearly displeased with the defense’s play against San Diego. The target of much of his displeasure was cornerbacks Chris Houston and Brent Grimes, who have been running [...]
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Looks like the Falcons have themselves a bigger and stronger QB in 2009:
Falcon Matt Ryan took to the weight room, and players have noticed a stronger and more athletic quarterback. “He scrambles better,” fullback Ovie Mughelli said. “He doesn’t look like a baby giraffe anymore when he scrambles.” Pro Bowl wide receiver Roddy White said: [...]
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that Chris Redman is not a lock as the Falcons #2 QB:
Given the chance, Falcons coach Mike Smith would not name Chris Redman as his No. 2 quarterback. “I think it’s an open competition,” Smith said. “Chris has the most experience. Chris has played in games. But we are going [...]
Falcons QB Chris Redman did not take any snaps agains St. Louis and coach Mike Smith said that was by design. Smith said Redman will play against San Diego on Friday and that the QB rotation will be different. Redman was the starter in 2007 but now that Matt Ryan is in Atlanta his days [...]
Falcons starters were flawless. St. Louis Rams starters had no answer, even against the second-stringers.
Michael Turner accounted for all but 12 yards on the opening 77-yard drive and Matt Ryan was 7 for 8 for 81 yards with a touchdown pass in two series before he, too, called it a day.
Steven Jackson had three carries [...]
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports on the new Falcons throwbacks they will wear twice this season:
The Falcons unveiled Thursday the throwback jerseys they will wear for two games this season. The Falcons will wear them when they play host to the defending NFC South champion Carolina Panthers on Sept. 20. They will wear them again [...]
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The Falcons face the Lions Saturday in the preseason debut for both teams. The Falcons plan to play their four quarterbacks one quarter each, starting with Matt Ryan. Head coach Mike Smith wouldn’t say when to expect Chris Redman, D.J. Shockley or rookie John Parker Wilson to be on the field. “Whatever their plan is, [...]
The AJC has a quote from coach Mike Smith about Mike Vick signing with the Eagles:
Falcons coach Mike Smith spoke about former quarterback Michael Vick’s signing with Philadelphia, but did not make players available after practice on Friday. “I wish Michael Vick well,” Smith said. “I’m very, very happy for Michael Vick and his family, [...]
