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Falcons sign veteran tight end Marcus Pollard
The Atlanta Falcons today released tight end George Cooper and signed tight end Marcus Pollard.
Hartsock confident tight ends can get past injury
Ben Hartsock may be new to the Falcons organization but he's supporting what has been a thin group of tight ends at Russell Falcons Training Camp. More in J. Michael Moore's camp notebook.
Versatile Jenkins showing moves with first team
Veteran wide receiver Michael Jenkins is looking forward to the preseason opener Saturday night to gauge the team's progress, especially the improvement of the rookie class. More in J. Michael Moore's notebook.
Tight end Cooper rejoins Falcons
The Atlanta Falcons today signed free agent tight end George Cooper and waived running back Jamar Brittingham.
Falcons agree to terms with rookies, release Cooper
Tuesday the Atlanta Falcons agreed to terms with 2008 NFL Draft third round selections, cornerback Chevis Jackson (68th overall) and safety Thomas DeCoud (98th overall), to four-year contracts and released tight end George Cooper.
Technology meets sweat at Falcons Fitness Zone
Students from Centennial Place Elementary and other Falcons Fitness Zone locations are enjoying some new technology from HOPSports that uses green screens and video of some of their favorite Falcons to teach physical fitness.
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.
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.
Falcons get first preseason win at Buffalo
Rookie running back Jason Snelling rushed for 50 yards and Chris Redman -- playing for an injured D.J. Shockley -- threw a late touchdown pass to lift the Falcons to a 13-10 road victory.
