Boley, one of Falcons' top tacklers in '07, charged with battery

WHERE does this end?-everyday it's another arrest, charge etc..

Falcons linebacker Michael Boley, who was one of Atlanta's leading tacklers in 2007, was charged with battery on Saturday, police said.

The 25-year-old Boley, who was a fifth-round draft pick in 2005 out of Southern Mississippi, was released on $1,200 bond.

"The Falcons organization is aware of the situation and will have no comment at this time," Falcons vice president of football communications Reggie Roberts said.

Boley had 110 tackles, four forced fumbles and two interceptions last season for Atlanta.

The Falcons have struggled with image issues highlighted by franchise quarterback Michael Vick's 23-month imprisonment on federal charges related to operating a dogfighting operation. The team also stumbled to a 4-12 record last season and head coach Bobby Petrino quit mid-season.

Boley, according to the newspaper, has drawn praise for taking care of his autistic son and his work as a spokesman for the disorder. He signed a one-year contract in April for just over $2 million, but both sides were working on a long-term extension.