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Atlanta Falcons to let John Abraham walk according to sources.

Found February 22, 2012 on Players View: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: John Abraham,  Ray Edwards,  Sean Weatherspoon,  Kroy Biermann
TEAMS: Atlanta Falcons

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According to Steve Wyche’s Twitter, the NFL.Com correspondent is reporting that standout DE John Abraham will not be a part of the Atlanta Falcon’s roster moving forward.

“Agent for Falcons DE John Abraham says he’s spoken to Falcons and believes the DE is bound for free agency.”

This information is not surprising as Abraham is almost 34 years old and has become a situational pass rush specialist. Please click the link to read the rest of the analysis and watch video footage.

Original Story: http://www.playersview.net/atlanta-fa... Verified_ybn
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