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Falcons | Harris undergoes surgery
Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:53:03 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons S Antoine Harris (groin) recently had a minor surgical procedure performed on his groin area. "He's progressing well," agent Jeff Chilcoat said. "He should be back on the field and ready to go by training camp."

Falcons | DeCoud believes he can succeed in several roles
Mon, 29 Jun 2009 13:01:34 -0700

J. Michael Moore, of AtlantaFalcons.com, reports Atlanta Falcons SS Thomas DeCoud believes he can be a safety that can play in the box to stop the run as well as a safety that can play in coverage. "You have to look at what you can do as a player," DeCoud said. "I feel I am that hybrid safety: play in the box, play against the run and play center field, get off the hashes and make plays. I feel like I have those skill sets."

Falcons | Could use Wildcat with Norwood
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:22:29 -0700

J. Michael Moore, of AtlantaFalcons.com, reports the Atlanta Falcons could use the Wildcat formation this season with RB Jerious Norwood taking the direct snap. Offensive coordinator Mike Mularkey said Norwood is able to throw the ball out of that formation.

Falcons | Contracts with three draft picks denied
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 11:46:42 -0700

FalconInsider.com reports the contracts given by the Atlanta Falcons to third-round draft choice CB Chris Owens, fifth-round draft choice OT Garrett Reynolds and sixth-round draft choice LB Spencer Adkins have been rejected by the NFL, according to a league source. A source has told Scout.com's Adam Caplan said the issues are minor and the new contracts should be approved next week.

Falcons | K. Jones waived
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 16:25:17 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have waived WR Khalil Jones from the team.

Falcons | Adkins signed
Mon, 22 Jun 2009 10:50:25 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons announced Monday, June 22, that they have signed sixth-round draft pick LB Spencer Adkins. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Falcons | Three to compete for strong safety job
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:52:47 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons SS Thomas DeCoud, SS William Moore and FS Jamaal Fudge will compete for the starting strong safety job.

Falcons | Nicholas, Wire to battle for starting job
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:50:48 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons LB Stephen Nicholas and LB Coy Wire will compete for the starting strongside linebacker job during training camp.

Falcons | Grimes will have competition for starting job
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:49:39 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons CB Brent Grimes worked with the first-team defensive during offseason workouts but will compete with CBs Chevis Jackson, Von Hutchins and Chris Owens for the starting job.

Falcons | Mularkey says Gonzalez will help in several ways
Fri, 19 Jun 2009 14:29:36 -0700

J. Michael Moore, of AtlantaFalcons.com, reports Atlanta Falcons offensive coordinator Mike Mularkey said TE Tony Gonzalez will help the offense not only as a receiver but also as a blocker. "Tony will help our offense in a number of ways. One thing he's going to do is that he's a productive blocker and that's important in our offense… As successful as he's been as a receiver, he's a good blocker too and he really doesn't get the credit that he should," Mularkey said.

Falcons | Haynes facing trial for bad checks
Thu, 18 Jun 2009 12:39:47 -0700

The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports Atlanta Falcons RB Verron Haynes is scheduled to go on trial in September for writing bad checks to pay off a car he bought from a Pittsburgh car dealership.

Falcons | Ryan making strong strides entering second year
Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:17:45 -0700

The Associated Press reports Atlanta Falcons players are raving about the improvement by second-year QB Matt Ryan. "It's actually scary how much he's improved and it's only his second year," FB Ovie Mughelli said. Ryan has improved in the weight room, how he reads plays and his arm strength. "He's gotten better in every aspect," Mughelli continued. Head coach Mike Smith said the team has focused on the passing game during their latest organized workouts. "Matt is making good decisions and being accurate with the football," Smith noted. "I don't think those two traits can be overlooked." According to Ryan, his No. 1 goal was making better decisions with the football and he has been watching a ton of film.

Falcons | McClure not considering retirement
Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:16:08 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons C Todd McClure said he has no intentions of retiring after the team signed C Jeremy Newberry. "No man, I've got a contract. I've been here. I haven't missed a day of [organized team activities], mini-camps or nothing. I'm as fired up as I've ever been about being a Falcon right now. This is an exciting season that we've got coming up," McClure said.

Falcons | Stepanovich released
Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:54:54 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have released C Alex Stepanovich.

Falcons | Foster, Dehaze released
Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:50:28 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have released OT Renardo Foster and P Robbie Dehaze.

Falcons | Owens, Reynolds signed
Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:44:12 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed third-round draft choice CB Chris Owens and fifth-round draft choice OT Garrett Reynolds. Terms of the contracts were not disclosed.

Falcons | Newberry signs
Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:09:23 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed unrestricted free-agent C Jeremy Newberry (Chargers). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Falcons | Vick release update
Sat, 13 Jun 2009 06:08:34 -0700

Updating a previous item, Len Pasquarelli, of ESPN.com, reports the Atlanta Falcons will be charged more than $7 million in so-called "dead money" after releasing QB Michael Vick Friday, June 12, because of the acceleration of future salary cap prorations. "Dead money" is the term applied to the salary cap charge for a player who is no longer with the franchise. The Falcons will have no further salary cap ramifications for Vick beyond 2009, general manager Thomas Dimitroff confirmed.

Falcons | Vick released
Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:47:56 -0700

Pat Yasinskas, of ESPN.com, reports the Atlanta Falcons released QB Michael Vick Friday, June 12. Vick will still cost the Falcons $6.4 million in salary cap space.

Falcons | Mora believes Vick deserves second chance
Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:13:27 -0700

Gregg Bell, of The Associated Press, reports Seattle Seahawks head coach Jim Mora said he believes Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Vick deserves a second chance in the league but it likely will not be with the Seahawks.

Falcons | Vick gets new bankruptcy plan deadline
Tue, 09 Jun 2009 10:38:30 -0700

The Associated Press reports suspended Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Vick has a deadline of July 2 to tell a bankruptcy judge how he plans to pay back his creditors. A federal bankruptcy judge in Virginia set the date for a new plan at a hearing Tuesday, June 9.

Falcons | Vick due in court Tuesday
Mon, 08 Jun 2009 18:58:31 -0700

Larry Hartstein, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Vick is scheduled to attend a bankruptcy hearing Tuesday, June 9, at Norfolk, Va., federal court. Attorneys for Vick will try to convince Judge Frank J. Santoro to approve Vick's plan to emerge from bankruptcy. WTKR-TV in Norfolk reported Vick's attorneys have worked to solidify potential sources on income outside the NFL and have sought reductions with creditors in how much Vick would have to pay immediately.

Falcons | Walker signs
Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:25:04 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed seventh-round draft choice DT Vance Walker. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Falcons | Middleton signs
Fri, 05 Jun 2009 10:13:59 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed fifth-round draft choice CB William Middleton. Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Falcons | Godfrey signed
Wed, 03 Jun 2009 13:34:20 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have signed undrafted free-agent WR Bradon Godfrey (Utah). Terms of the contract were not disclosed.

Falcons | Christopher released
Wed, 03 Jun 2009 11:03:58 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced they have released LB Brock Christopher.

Falcons | Clabo signs tender
Wed, 03 Jun 2009 10:59:10 -0700

The Atlanta Falcons have announced restricted free-agent OT Tyson Clabo has signed his one-year tender offer. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Falcons | Jerry impressing with work ethic
Sun, 31 May 2009 11:18:20 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff is impressed with DT Peria Jerry's work ethic. Dimitroff said, "We are very impressed with his work ethic and ability to help ramp up the energy level along the defensive line. It was very, very apparent in those first few practices. Unfortunately, he had that little bump on the knee that is healing up well. The last couple of days that he's been out of the field going through the drills, he's got his ears pinned back and he's ready to play some football. I like his focus and energy."

Falcons | Grimes working with first team
Sun, 31 May 2009 11:04:00 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons CB Brent Grimes has been working with the first-team defense. He will compete with CB Chevis Jackson, CB Von Hutchins and possibly CB Chris Owens for a starting job.

Falcons | A. Kelly candidate for practice squad
Sun, 31 May 2009 11:03:37 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons WR Aaron Kelly is a candidate to make the team's practice squad.

Falcons | Bergeron could make roster
Sun, 31 May 2009 11:03:16 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons WR Troy Bergeron is a candidate to make the team's roster. Bergeron is no longer eliglble to be placed on the practice squad.

Falcons | Could consider re-signing Gandy
Sat, 30 May 2009 12:12:15 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports the Atlanta Falcons may consider re-signing unrestricted free-agent OT Wayne Gandy.

Falcons | Vick's father believes son is a better man
Sat, 30 May 2009 05:26:58 -0700

ESPN.com reports the father of suspended Atlanta Falcons QB Michael Vick, Michael Boddie, said he believes his son is a "better man" now than when he went to federal prison camp for 19 months, according to the Newport News Daily Press. "You ever been locked up?" Boddie said. "You have a lot of time to reflect. Looks like he came through it in one piece. I think he'll be a better man because of it." Boddie said he and his son, who have been estranged, exchanged letters while Vick was in prison and they have reconciled. "I'm glad he's home with his fiancée and his children," Boddie said. "I know he's paid the price for that (dogfighting). Now it's time for him to move on."

Falcons | Ojinnaka arrested
Fri, 29 May 2009 16:25:52 -0700

Mike Morris and Kent A. Miles, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, report Atlanta Falcons OT Quinn Ojinnaka was arrested earlier this week after reportedly getting into a fight with his wife. He was charged with misdemeanor simple battery.

Falcons | T. Brown in the mix for a roster spot
Wed, 27 May 2009 22:46:54 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons RB Thomas Brown (groin) is fully recovered from a season-ending groin injury he suffered last season. He has been performing well during the team's OTAs. Brown is now fighting for a roster spot and head coach Mike Smith said he believes Smith will be in the mix for the final roster. Brown appears to be running with the third-team at tailback.

Falcons | Hamilton excited about Jerry
Wed, 27 May 2009 15:17:23 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Ray Hamilton said he is looking forward to using DT Peria Jerry (knee) because he fits their defense well. "A quick and disruptive player. In our scheme, that's how we play. That's what we need. . . . We saw a good combination of run (stopper) and a good pass rusher. We saw all of that in him. We were very happy that he was there when we got our chance to pick," Hamilton said.

Falcons | Hamilton wants defensive linemen to be versatile
Wed, 27 May 2009 15:13:01 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Ray Hamilton said all of the defensive linemen have been working at all of the defensive line positions because he wants them to be more versatile. "They have to know all of the positions. We do drills were they have to know what the end does, what the tackle does, As a defensive lineman, besides being violent, quick, nasty and all of that stuff, how smart you are the better off you are going to be," Hamilton said.

Falcons | Hamilton pleased with Babineaux
Wed, 27 May 2009 15:08:50 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Ray Hamilton has been pleased with the work done by DT Jonathan Babineaux during the offseason. "He has very quick feet and hands. He's started to get more violent also. I hate to say violent and good in the same tense, but he has a pretty good violent side. That's a big part of being a defensive lineman," Hamilton said.

Falcons | Gonzalez practices Wednesday
Wed, 27 May 2009 13:05:29 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons TE Tony Gonzalez participated in practice Wednesday, May 27.

Falcons | Several players absent Wednesday
Wed, 27 May 2009 13:02:10 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons DE John Abraham, PK Jason Elam, OT Quinn Ojinnaka and DT Jonathan Babineaux were not present for practice Wednesday, May 27.

Falcons | Middleton injured Wednesday
Wed, 27 May 2009 12:58:20 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons CB William Middleton (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury during practice Wednesday, May 27.

Falcons | Hamilton says Peria will need to use his hands
Wed, 27 May 2009 11:12:40 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons defensive line coach Ray Hamilton said DT Peria Jerry will need to know how to use his hands against offensive linemen because the holding rules in the NFL are more liberal then in college.

Falcons | Gonzalez likely to take part in some OTA work
Wed, 27 May 2009 03:07:47 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports Atlanta Falcons TE Tony Gonzalez is expected to take part in some of the team's workouts during their OTA Wednesday, May 27.

Falcons | Other ends seeing more work with Abraham out of action
Wed, 27 May 2009 03:02:03 -0700

D. Orlando Ledbetter, of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, reports with Atlanta Falcons DE John Abraham (undisclosed) missing action during OTAs, the team is able to give more snaps to DL Jamaal Anderson, Kroy Biermann, Chauncey Davis and Lawrence Sidbury.

Falcons | C. Owens misses workouts Wednesday
Wed, 20 May 2009 20:03:12 -0700

J. Michael Moore, of AtlantaFalcons.com, reports Atlanta Falcons CB Chris Owens missed the team's workouts Wednesday, May 20, because he was finishing classes at San Jose State, according to head coach Mike Smith.