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Does Vick deserve a second chance in NFL?
Former Falcons quarterback Michael Vick will be released from home confinement and federal custody on July 20 after completing a 23-month prison sentence for operating a dog-fighting ring. A possible return to the NFL then will rest in the hands of league commissioner Roger Goodell, who said in late June that he had begun to evaluate the situation. Goodell said he has no timetable...
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July 11, 2009
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Falcons' Ryan nominated for ESPY
Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan might have to make room on his mantle. The NFL's 2008 offensive rookie of the year was nominated for an ESPY in the category of "best breakthrough athlete." Ryan was nominated alongside Olympic gymnast Shawn Johnson, Tampa Bay Rays third baseman Evan Longoria and Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose. Fans can vote for Ryan at espys.tv. The ESPN award show...
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July 08, 2009
Falcons' Harris recovering after surgery
Falcons safety Antoine Harris recently had a minor surgical procedure performed on his groin area.
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June 30, 2009
NFL commissioner turns focus to Michael Vick's future
SEATTLE (AP) — Commissioner Roger Goodell says he is beginning to focus on evaluating Michael Vick's future in the NFL.
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June 25, 2009
Falcons sign sixth-round pick Adkins
The Falcons signed linebacker Spencer Adkins, a sixth round pick in the 2009 NFL draft, the team announced on Monday.
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June 22, 2009
Five position battles to watch
The Falcons concluded organized team activities Thursday and will not hit the field again until Aug. 1, when training camp starts.
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June 19, 2009
Vick lawyer withdraws from bankruptcy case
One of Michael Vick's lawyers has withdrawn from his bankruptcy case.
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June 19, 2009
Falcons release training camp schedule
The Falcons have announced their training camp schedule, which includes several practices open to the public.
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June 18, 2009
Ex-Falcon Foster likely headed to Rams
Offensive tackle Renardo Foster, who was released by the Falcons on Tuesday, appears headed to the St. Louis Rams.
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June 18, 2009
Falcons RB facing trial for writing bad checks
Falcons running back Verron Haynes, who was not at the team's organized team activities on Wednesday, had a pretrial conference on charges for writing bad checks, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
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June 18, 2009
Falcons' McClure says he's not retiring
FLOWERY BRANCH - Falcons center Todd McClure debunked Internet chatter that he's planning to retire.
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June 17, 2009
Falcons' Ryan has focus for improvement
Flowery Branch — Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan may have won rookie of the year honors, but there's still room for improvement during organized team activities.
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June 17, 2009
Vick and Stallworth cases 'apples and oranges', expert says
The question — repeated countless times on Twitter, sportstalk radio and across the Internet the last 24 hours — goes like this:
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June 17, 2009
Falcons' Baker invigorated for sophomore year
Flowery Branch — Sam Baker wasn't on the television show, but he feels like a survivor.
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June 16, 2009
Falcons, draft pick Reynolds agree to deal
The Falcons agreed to terms on a four-year contract with fifth-round pick Garrett Reynolds, the team confirmed.
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June 16, 2009
Falcons release offensive tackle Foster
The Falcons released offensive tackle Renardo Foster on Tuesday, the team confirmed.
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June 16, 2009
Falcons add veteran offensive lineman Newberry
The Falcons signed veteran offensive lineman Jeremy Newberry on Monday, the team announced.
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June 15, 2009
What Vick's release means to Falcons and No. 7
The Falcons formally severed ties Friday with suspended quarterback Michael Vick, who is serving out the remainder of his sentence on federal dogfighting charges under home confinement in Virginia.
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June 13, 2009
Vick still needs Goodell's approval to play
The Falcons' release Friday of Michael Vick puts him one small step closer to a return to the NFL.
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June 12, 2009
Falcons release suspended QB Michael Vick
The Atlanta Falcons have released quarterback Michael Vick, according to an announcement in an e-mail to season-ticker holders and on the team's Twitter page.
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June 12, 2009
Marcus Vick could go to jail in DUI case
Marcus Vick, brother of suspended Falcons quarterback Michael Vick, will return to court over allegations he violated conditions of his drunken-driving sentence.
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June 12, 2009
Hutchins itching to contribute to Falcons
FLOWERY BRANCH — Nearly one year later, Von Hutchins still is not the same.
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June 10, 2009
Exposure charges dropped against ex-Falcon
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A misdemeanor exposure charge against Buffalo Bills fullback Corey McIntyre , a former Atlanta Falcon will be dropped after authorities say a witness offered questionable statements.
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June 10, 2009
Tempers flare as Falcons' workouts continue
Flowery Branch - The heat must have gotten to the Falcons on Wednesday.
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June 10, 2009
Ojinnaka declines comment on recent arrest
Flowery Branch - Falcons offensive tackle Quinn Ojinnaka declined comment Wednesday on being charged with battery last month after his arrest for a domestic dispute with his wife.
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June 10, 2009
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