NFL Pro Bowl fullback Ovie Mughelli shares his advice regarding his experiences transitioning to the NFL and how to avoid the pitfalls that ultimately take down so many elite athletes.

Whenever I get free time in my hectic football schedule, I like to wind down and relax. My teammates go bowling, watch a lot of movies?but me personally, I love to play video games. They help me relax. Surprisingly enough, I'm not a Madden guy. When I'm not playing football, I want to do something a little different. I love FPS (first person shooter) games. There are...

What's up Yardbarkers, I have another contest for you. This one's about Thanksgiving. Watch the video and get at me with your entries!

Recently I had a contest in the Yard where fans suggested nicknames for me. The winning nickname was The Drill. Now I'm here in the Yard to give away an autographed drill to one lucky fan! All you have to do is post a video, photo or leave a comment explaining why you need the drill. What kind of project are you working on? What do you need to fix? Show me why you deserve this...

If you're going to vote, I think you should vote for someone that will create the change that we need in this country. I know I might get in trouble because players aren't supposed to voice their political opinions, but I really think that Senator Obama is the right man to lead this country. I encourage everyone to go out on Election Day and let your voice be heard. ...

The Atlanta Falcons have placed 31-year old, starting fullback Ovie Mughelli on the Injured Reserve List (ending his season) due to a knee injury.  Mughelli played in 7 games for the Falcons this year and he carried the ball 2 times for 1 yard (0.5 ypc).  He also caught 4 passes for 25 yards (6.3 avg) with 2 TD grabs and he also had 3 tackles.  Mughelli has played in 69 games...

Atlanta Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli only had 13 rushing attempts all season for 36 yards since his main responsibility was to establish blocking for running back Michael Turner. During Sunday’s Pro Bowl, Mughelli recorded the game’s first touchdown to give the NFC an early 7-0 lead. After Philadelphia Eagles quarterback and a trio of Falcons (Turner, Roddy White, and...

Two nights ago I went to see the Thrashers, the Atlanta hockey team, play against the Washington Capitals. I was invited by some good friends of mine, who got me amazing seats - front row, against the glass. It was basically a chance to see football on ice. They won 7-4 when nobody expected them to, and although the stands weren't full, there were plenty of diehard fans there...

Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli's season is over. The Falcons say they are placing Mughelli on injured reserve. Mughelli hurt his right knee in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 23-16 win at Detroit. He suffered the injury when hit by Lions defensive back Louis Delmas. The Falcons also placed backup offensive guard Mike Johnson on injured reserve with a foot injury on Tuesday...

  Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli suffered a torn MCL in his right knee and will finished the season on injured reserve. (Bob Andres / bandres@ajc.com) By Chris Vivlamore FLOWERY BRANCH — Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli suffered a torn medial collateral ligament in his right knee on a hit from Detroit safety Louis Delmas in the 23-16 victory on October 23. Mughelli was placed...

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Atlanta fullback Ovie Mughelli has left Sunday's game against the Detroit Lions with what appeared to be a right knee injury. Mughelli caught a short pass in the fourth quarter before being upended by Detroit safety Louis Delmas, who hit Mughelli's leg. Delmas immediately put his hands on his head and motioned for Falcons personnel to come tend to Mughelli. Mughelli got up and...

The Atlanta Falcons placed fullback Ovie Mughelli on injured reserve because of a right knee injury. Mughelli was hurt in the fourth quarter of Sunday's 23-16 victory over Detroit when he was hit by Louis Delmas. Mughelli, in his fifth season with the Falcons, was a 2010 Pro Bowl selection. The Falcons also placed guard Mike Johnson on injured reserve Tuesday, while signing...

The Falcons will place Ovie Mughelli on injured reserve, ending the fullback’s season, according to a person familiar with the situation. Mughelli injured his right knee during Sunday’s victory. Lions defensive back Louis Delmas hit Mughelli’s knee during a tackle in the fourth quarter following a 4-yard reception. Mughelli did not return after the injury and was on crutches...

Detroit — The Falcons posted back-to-back victories for the first time this season by leaning on their rushing attack, which suffered a major setback as Pro Bowl fullback Ovie Mughelli suffered a knee injury. He left the game in the fourth quarter and did not return. He was on crutches after the game but appeared to be in good spirits. His long-term diagnosis was not revealed by...

Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli (34) celebrates with teammate Sam Baker (72) after his second quarter touchdown against Tampa Bay. AP BIRDLAND — Falcons Pro Bowl fullback Ovie Mughelli has been rated the No. 2 Eco-Athlete in the World, according to Planet Green.com. He was beaten out by race car driver Leilani Munter, who fights for clean, renewable biofuels in the racing industry...

Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli took a tour of the Gulf Coast oil spill today. (Bob Andres / bandres@ajc.com) FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons fullback Ovie Mughelli, who suffered a hamstring injury against Cincinnati, returned to practice on Friday. Mughelli was listed on the injury report as questionable for the Tampa Bay game at 1 p.m. Sunday at the Georgia Dome. Linebacker Sean Weatherspoon...

Fullback Ovie Mughelli, who left Sunday’s game at San Francisco with a leg injury, spent Wednesday’s practice time in the training room according to Head Coach Mike Smith. The coach said Mughelli, who hasn’t missed a game since the 2005 season, is “day to day.” He is listed on the Piedmont Healthcare Injury Report with a [...]

NFL.com reports that fullback Ovie Mughelli is likely out Sunday night vs the Bears: It looks more and more as if the Falcons will not have starting FB Ovie Mughelli for Sunday night’s home game against the Bears. Mughelli missed his second day of practice Thursday because of a left calf injury, and his return to [...]

Falcons to ride on charter buses to Charlotte for the game agaisnt Carolina on Sunday. CONVOY TO CHARLOTTE – Just emptying the notebook today before Sunday’s kickoff against the Panthers  . . . GET ON THE BUS: Fullback Ovie Mughelli is taking along his favorite pillow for the bus ride to Charlotte. “I’ve got to have my pillow,” Mughelli said. The Falcons...

The Falcons revved up their running game in the two games before the bye to climb to 4-3, but now they must replace their lead-blocking fullback, Ovie Mughelli. Mughelli was placed on injured reserve and Mike Cox was signed. Jason Snelling, who plays fullback and running back, will get a chance to fill Mughelli's Pro Bowl cleats. "We're going to miss Ovie," coach Mike Smith said...

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) tumbles to the ground after being hit by Chicago Bears cornerback D.J. Moore after throwing a pass. AP CHICAGO — Pro Bowl fullback Ovie Mughelli left the game with a knee injury. Also, wide receiver Harry Douglas  went to the locker room late in the game, but was walking under his own powers. Early in the game, defensvie tackle Peria...

What's up Yardbarkers? I'm sorry for going ghost on y'all since my second post, but I've been doing a little traveling. I have probably been on 6 flights in the last couple of weeks. Some of the highlights were going to Cancun for some business and pleasure, then going to San Antonio to work out with Priest Holmes, and throwing out the first pitch at the season opener for the Augusta...

Atlanta Falcons FB Ovie "The Drill" Mughelli is giving away an autographed drill, specifically my autographed drill. That's right. Win my drill, autographed by The Drill. All you have to do is post a photo, video or comment explaining what you need to fix and/or why you want the drill. It's a really nice drill. It's only been used two or three times. I hate...

Ovie Mughelli: Atlanta Falcons fullback, Yardbarker blogger, ladies' heartthrob (check the comments), and world's number one Halo player.Half-rate editing brought to you by... Alana G!As my bud MJD said, he might not be able to beat Ovie in Halo, but he can probably type faster than him. Stay ...