After a 2008 season that came with personal struggles, Stephen Nicholas is ready to focus 100 percent of his energy on taking advantage of a starting role.
Stephen Nicholas got some starting experience in the 2007 preseason. Now he has a chance to get a full-time job as the Falcons look to make some adjustments to the linebacking corps.
The selection of Curtis Lofton in the second round of the NFL Draft gave the Falcons some flexibility, including a chance to work Keith Brooking at outside linebacker.
Former Georgia standout Tony Taylor has seen action with the first-team defense during OTAs. The second-year player is now working on staying in a role that will allow him to contribute more.
The Atlanta Falcons today named Glenn Pires the team’s new linebackers coach and retained Billy “White Shoes” Johnson as assistant strength and conditioning coach.