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Falcons Re-Sign Harrington

                
An interesting signing took place down in Atlanta on Wednesday; according to the Associated Press, the Atlanta Falcons have signed recently released quarterback Joey Harrington to a 2-year deal - one week after releasing him.  Terms of the contract were not available as of this writing.
Harrington started 10 games for Atlanta last season, but […]

Posted by Stephen Rhodes on Mar 12 2008

Falcons Sign 2

On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons made a pair of roster moves, re-signing defensive tackle Tim Anderson and signing free agent center Alex Stepanovich; Anderson played in 5 games with Atlanta after signing as a free agent last november.  Stepanovich played in 12 games last season for the Cincinnati Bengals, starting in 4 games. 

Posted by Stephen Rhodes on Mar 11 2008

Former Falcon RB Dunn Signs with Tampa Bay

Popular former Falcon tailback Warrick Dunn, released from the team only a week ago, quickly found a new home with NFC South rival Tampa Bay on Monday.  Dunn led Atlanta in rushing for the fourth straight season in 2007, but was limited by shoulder and back injuries.  The Falcons signed San Diego Chargers free agent […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Mar 11 2008

Falcons May Re-Sign Harrington

                                 
The Atlanta Falcons may revisit the possibility, according to Steve Wyche of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and verified by a “source” familiar with the situation, of re-signing recently released quarterback Joey Harrington to a restructured contract - as early as next week.  The team and Harrington’s representative have had discussions about him rejoining the quarterback-challenged Falcons.
Harrington, […]

Posted by Stephen Rhodes on Mar 09 2008

Falcons Release QB Joey Harrington

 
The Falcons announced the release of quarterback Joey Harrington on Wednesday.  The Falcons now have only two quarterbacks on the roster, having previously released backup Byron Leftwich.  The team is expected to select a quarterback in the upcoming April NFL Draft.  Harrington was drafted third overall in 2002 by Detroit only to be released and […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Mar 06 2008

Release Of Team Humanitarian Leaves Hole In Heart Of Falcons

 
Reaction to the release of Falcons running back and beloved humanitarian Warrick Dunn continues.  Head coach Mike Smith says the decision was not an easy one, as Dunn’s successes on and off the field and well-known reputation as an all-around class act made it hard to say good-bye.  The release came after the Falcons agree […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Mar 04 2008

Power Back in the Fold: Falcons Land Deal with RB Turner

The Falcons have the player they want in order to try and establish the new power running game that new coach Mike Smith wants to install.  Late Sunday afternoon the team announced they have agreed to terms with former Chargers running back Michael Turner.  The deal is worth $34.5 million over six years according to […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Mar 02 2008

Falcons Sign Texans CB Von Hutchins

From: AtlantaFalcons.com
The Falcons today agreed to terms with four-year veteran cornerback Von Hutchins. Hutchins was originally selected in the sixth round of the 2004 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. He spent two seasons in a Colts uniform before joining the Houston Texans in 2006. Hutchins career totals include 142 tackles (112 solo), two interceptions […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Mar 01 2008

Falcons With Interest in Talking to FA Running Back Michael Turner

 
Running back Michael Turner is a top-notch free agent, and it looks as if the Falcons have interest in bringing the back into town for a visit. ESPN is reporting that the team is going to talk to Turner about being the main cog in their new power running game offense that new head coach […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 29 2008

Lucky Pick - Falcons Win Coin Toss to Grab 3rd Pick in the Draft

The Falcons had luck on their side Friday, as they won the coin toss that will allow them to pick third in the upcoming NFL Draft at the end of April. The Falcons will have the third pick, and then it will be Oakland picking at number four, and the Chiefs at number five. Each […]

Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 22 2008