Falcons Links: Redman, the Offensive Line and the Practice Squad
Redman Reflects on his time with team
“It was a big surprise for me,” Redman said via phone from Louisville on Thursday. “I didn’t really expect it. But the unexpected is part of the NFL. They made their decisions. So that’s the way it is. You have to live with it. We’ll just have to carry on and see what happens with my future. If it’s over, it’s been great...
Falcons cut Redman, bring in McCown as No. 2 QB
The Atlanta Falcons have released backup quarterback Chris Redman and signed Luke McCown.
McCown spent the past three seasons with the Jacksonville Jaguars, making two starts among his eight appearances. He worked with Dirk Koetter, who is now the Falcons' offensive coordinator, which undoubtedly contributed to the decision to bring in a new No. 2 behind starter Matt Ryan on...
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August 28, 2012
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Falcons Sign QB Luke McCown As Backup, Release QB Chris Redman
The Falcons released quarterback Chris Redman on Tuesday and replaced him on the roster with Luke McCown, the team announced.
McCown was waived by the Saints on Monday and will serve as the backup quarterback to starter Matt Ryan to begin the upcoming season. Source: CBSSports Attached Thumbnails
Falcons cut Redman, sign McCown
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- After a disappointing preseason, the Falcons on Tuesday cut back-up quarterback Chris Redman, one of the teams elder statesmen, having joined the organization in the disastrous 2007 season, and signed Luke McCown ostensibly to be their back-up to Matt Ryan.
Redman, 35, was brought out of retirement he was selling insurance by head coach Bobby Petrino, as...
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August 28, 2012
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Camp Battles 2012: Quarterbacks
Matt Ryan is entering a pivotal year for his future in Atlanta. He has two years left on his contract including the 2012 season, and with him coming off his third consecutive playoff loss, there are questions whether Ryan is capable of leading the Falcons to the next level. Fortunately for Ryan, he’s not the first prominent quarterback to lose his first three playoff games. Somebody...
Falcons re-sign QB Chris Redman, WR Harry Douglas
The Atlanta Falcons got off to a low-key start in free agency, agreeing to terms on new deals with backup quarterback Chris Redman and third receiver Harry Douglas.
The Falcons announced the deals Tuesday night, a few hours after the start of the NFL free agency period.
Redman has been Matt Ryan's backup the past four years. Last season, the second-stringer appeared in five...
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March 13, 2012
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Falcons re-sign WR Douglas, QB Redman
The Falcons were able to keep two of their key free agents on the offensive side of the football on Tuesday hours after both became unrestricted free agents.
Wide receiver Harry Douglas and back-up quarterback Chris Redman both agreed to new contracts. The team announced the deals 12 minutes apart a little more than five hours after both hit the market.
Douglas, in particular,...
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March 13, 2012
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This Week in Falcons History - Leap Day Edition
On this, the rarest of all days, we celebrate the 2nd Anniversary of Chris Redman's re-signing with the Atlanta Falcons...4 years ago. While erstwhile back-up Redman is lucky enough to not have to wait 4 years to celebrate a birthday, he did re-up with the team that pulled him off the scrap heap on Leap Day.
Redman remains one of the few feel good stories from the forgettable...
Free Agent Focus: Quarterback
Chris Redman
The Falcons have to make a decision with their backup quarterback this off-season. Chris Redman is a prospective free agent, and they will have to determine whether he’s worth bringing back. Redman has been solid reserve for the Falcons, but with a new offensive coordinator coming into the fold and him on the verge of turning 35, it may be the right time to move in...
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