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Quarterback Byron Leftwich signs with Falcons
Veteran NFL quarterback Byron Leftwich signed with the Falcons Tuesday afternoon bringing four years starting experience and more than 9,000 career passing yards to the Birds' offense.
Notebook: Falcons looking to improve in run game
The weekly chess match began early this week as the Falcons and Jaguars watched film. Jacksonville gave up 282 rushing yards to the Titans last week and both teams are taking notes as they move one step closer to Sunday's match up. That and more in the Wednesday Notebook.
Notebook: Coleman gets more work on quadricep
Defensive tackle Rod Coleman underwent a procedure Friday morning to further repair his injured quadricep, according to Head Coach Bobby Petrino. That and more in the Friday Notebook.
Roster a mix of veteran and youthful exuberance
The Falcons moved one step closer to the season opener at Minnesota over the weekend as the roster was trimmed to 53. Now, AtlantaFalcons.com breaks down the roster and recaps the preseason with thoughts from President and General Manager Rich McKay.
Prater turns workout into roster spot
Kicker Matt Prater had a strong workout before signing with the Falcons just before the preseason finale against Baltimore. Two field goals in the game helped seal the deal for the Falcons new kicker and kickoff man. That and more in the Practice Notebook.
Newly-signed kicker downs Ravens
The Falcons defeated the Ravens 13-10 Friday night thanks to the leg of newly-acquired kicker Matt Prater, who joined the team Thursday.
Quotable: Ravens vs. Falcons
Quotes from Falcons players after the preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens.
Harrington and Falcons defeat Bengals, 24-19
Quarterback Joey Harrington threw two touchdown passes and led three scoring drives as the Falcons downed the Bengals 24-19 in the preseason home opener at the Georgia Dome.
Shockley done for season with torn ligament
Quarterback D.J. Shockley tore a ligament in his knee Friday night at Buffalo and will miss the rest of the season. “It’s very disappointing, especially when you get in a situation where you feel like you’re doing good and going out doing everything possible to try and help the team,” he said.
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