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A behind-the-scenes look at anything and everything Falcons and a touch of insight on the NFL. As a bonus, some thoughts on life from North Georgia.
Team News more
QB Ryan fights nerves as Falcons open minicamp
05/11/2008
Some fans attending the Falcons opening day of minicamp wore No. 2 jerseys in early tribute to the team's new hope at quarterback, rookie Matt Ryan.

Falcons had little choice with No. 3 pick
04/27/2008
The Atlanta Falcons had little choice but to find a new face for their franchise. That was why they used the third overall pick of the NFL draft to select Matt Ryan.

Blank hopes Ryan can restore Falcons' image
04/27/2008
Matt Ryan knows the Atlanta Falcons are desperate to restore credibility after quarterback Michael Vick and coach Bobby Petrino sullied the team's image last year.

Rookie quarterbacks step into starting roles
05/01/2008
Five of the top six quarterbacks selected in this year's draft could all have immediate impacts on their new teams for many different reasons.

Falcons take Ryan with third overall pick
04/27/2008
The Atlanta Falcons have a new quarterback and a new big name to sell to their fans. So long, Michael Vick. Hello, Matt Ryan.

Redman's wild journey back to the Falcons
04/16/2008
Falcons quarterback Chris Redman was out of the league three years selling insurance, but now he is relishing his starting opportunity in Atlanta.

VanGorder finds fit as Falcons coordinator
04/16/2008
Few coaches are as qualified as Falcons' defensive coordinator Brian VanGorder in adapting to a new situation. His one-and-done approach would rival that of any NFL or major college assistant over the past five years.

Boley signs tender offer from Falcons
04/11/2008
Atlanta Falcons linebacker Michael Boley signed a contract tender from the team, taking him off free agent market.

Falcons sign long-time Broncos kicker Elam
03/22/2008
The Atlanta Falcons signed free-agent kicker Jason Elam to a four-year, $9 million contract that includes $3.3 million in guaranteed money.
Head Coach more
Mike Smith

Regular Season: 0-0

Postseason: 0-0

Experience: 0

Career record: 0-0

Smith was named the Falcons head coach on January 23, 2008.


Assistant Coaches
Scoreboard more
Georgia Dome - Wk 17 1 2 3 4 T
Seattle Seahawks 7 10 10 14 41
Atlanta Falcons 0 17 3 24 44
Schedule more
Wk Date Opponent Time
P-1 Sat, Aug 09 @ Jacksonville 7:30 PM ET
P-2 Sat, Aug 16 Indianapolis 7:30 PM ET
P-3 Fri, Aug 22 Tennessee 7:30 PM ET
P-4 Thu, Aug 28 @ Baltimore 7:00 PM ET
1 Sun, Sep 07 Detroit 1:00 PM ET
2 Sun, Sep 14 @ Tampa Bay 4:05 PM ET
Injuries more
Player (Pos) Injury
No Injuries Reported
Postseason Leaders more
Passing Att Cmp Yds TDs
No Statistics to Report
Rushing Car Yds Avg TDs
No Statistics to Report
Receiving Rec Yds Avg TDs
No Statistics to Report
Transactions more
Date Transaction
4/29 Nick Turnbull (S) acquired from waivers.
4/29 Chandler Williams (WR) signed.
4/25 Kevin Lovell (K) signed.
4/18 Corey McIntyre (RB) re-signed.
NFC South more
Team W L T Win %
2008 Minicamps - Atlanta Falcons