The Falcons ‘ star receiver took to social media to deem his Monday foot surgery a positive one, captioning his Instagram photo: “Surgery was a success! Thanks to all that prayed for me #jetlife #blessed.” Jones has dealt with foot issues throughout his career.
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Julio Jones expected to have minor foot surgery Monday
NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported Friday that the Falcons star receiver is expected to have foot surgery on Monday, per a source. Still, it marks yet another foot-related operation for Jones, who spent the season playing through two ligament issues in his toe and a “mid-foot” ailment.
Wayne Hester: Saban-Belichick among Alabama connections In Super Bowl LI
… nnesota and Carolina 30 to 1. Wayne Hester is retired after a journalism career of more than 40 years. He is a former sports editor of The Anniston Star and The Birmingham News. Email him at whester13@att.net .
Falcons hire Steve Sarkisian as new offensive coordinator
In this Jan. 9, 2017 file photo, Alabama offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian stands on the sidelines during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson in Tampa, Fla. The Atlanta Falcons have hired Sarkisian as their new offensive coordinator.
James White is catalyst to Patriots’ comeback win
The Super Bowl , a contest annually played at a neutral site, rotates the visiting and home squads by conference on a yearly basis. For Super Bowl LI, the Falcons were the designated home team.
Falcons’ Dan Quinn shows how smart NFL coaches overthink their way to losing Super Bowl
Falcons’ Dan Quinn shows how smart NFL coaches overthink their way to losing Super Bowl Even the coaches at the top of their game sometimes miss the simple answer. Check out this story on mynorthwestnow.com: http://usat.ly/2kGqoRV USA TODAY Sports’ Lindsay H. Jones looks ahead to 2017 and what the Atlanta Falcons must do in the offseason if they’re going to get back to the Super Bowl.
Historic comeback gives New England 34-28 victory over Atlanta in Super Bowl LI
The New England Patriots capped an historic comeback with a touchdown on the opening drive of overtime, defeating the Atlanta Falcons 34-28 in Super Bowl LI. Before this year, no team had come back from a deficit of more than 10 points to win a Super Bowl.
Super Bowl LI Watch Julio Jones’s near-impossible sideline grab
Well, Matt Ryan did literally that on this sideline pass to Julio Jones, who somehow stretched out to pull in the throw and was able to tap both feet inbounds. Fortunately for New England fans, the Patriots were able to stop the Falcons on the drive and even pushed them out of field-goal range, eventually forcing a punt to keep the score 28-20.
Super Bowl LI has arrived: How to make money betting the big game
Atlanta Falcons during practice at NRG Stadium in Houston on Thursday in preparation for Sunday’s Super Bowl LI. All distractions – including unruly children and uncooperative wives – have been eliminated with bribes, credit cards and directions to the nearest mall, movie theater etc.
Super Bowl 2017: With big money bets on Falcons, I like them to win, too | Izenberg
… study I discovered that he was an ex-patriot from New Jersey, which explained it all. New Jersey is a state where sports betting is not a hobby. It’s a birthright. There is no university, no community college and no trade school that could have …
Deion Jones: The key to the Atlanta Falcons winning Super Bowl LI
We know all about MVP Matt Ryan, Julio Jones, Devonta Freeman, and the Falcons’ line, but rookie LB Deion Jones could be key to a win in Super Bowl LI Atlanta Falcons rookie linebacker Deion Jones hasn’t been perfect, but as a rookie, he’s been excellent. Now, he might just be the key to the Falcons bringing home their first ever Super Bowl title, and I’ll explain why.
Super Bowl 51: Who Will Win?!?
The most-watched sporting event of the year will pit the New England Patriots against the Atlanta Falcons, with the latter striving to win their first-ever Super Bowl title and the former aiming for its fifth. In the minds of many, it’s the Evil Empire against The Only Force Remaining in the World That Can Stop Said Evil Empire.
Falcons C Alex Mack ready to go in Super Bowl
While Alex Mack was again listed as limited during Friday’s final practice before the Super Bowl, Quinn says that Mack looked better than he thought the previous day after viewing the tape. Quinn says he is confident that Mack will be “able to do on the things we’re going to ask him to do in the game.
Falcons’ Andy Levitre drops $1,700 so three-week-old daughter can attend Super Bowl
Falcons’ Andy Levitre drops $1,700 so three-week-old daughter can attend Super Bowl G Andy Levitre spends $1,700 so his newborn can watch game at NRG Stadium on Sunday. Check out this story on HometownLife.com: http://usat.ly/2l1DSIE USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down what to look out for from Houston as the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons prepare for Super Bowl LI.
Kyle Shanahan developed own style as one of NFL’s craftiest playcallers
Kyle Shanahan developed own style as one of NFL’s craftiest playcallers Despite learning under his father Mike, Kyle Shanahan worked his way up from the bottom. Check out this story on mynorthwestnow.com: http://usat.ly/2jWWp4J USA TODAY Sports’ Tom Pelissero breaks down what to look out for from Houston as the New England Patriots and Atlanta Falcons prepare for Super Bowl LI.
Overnight Tech: Apple mulls legal action over travel ban | FCC teases …
TECH BACKLASH TO IMMIGRATION BAN CONTINUES: Apple CEO Tim Cook said that his company is considering taking legal action against President Trump’s executive order suspending the entry of people from seven Muslim countries and refugees worldwide. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal on Tuesday, Cook also said that he’s lobbying “very, very senior people in the White House” to roll back the order, arguing that it will harm Apple and the country.
Super Bowl 2017: Date, Kickoff Time and Patriots vs. Falcons Favorite
Much is expected of the New England Patriots , as they have the experience factor working in their favor. They are in familiar territory and their last Super Bowl appearance two years ago against the Seattle Seahawks resulted in one of the most dramatic games in the history of the championship event.
Falcons RB Freeman dodges contract queries
Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman sidestepped questions Monday regarding his contract status, an issue raised by his agent, according to published reports. Freeman, a fourth-round selection out of Florida State in 2014, has twice been named to the Pro Bowl while amassing 3,648 yards and 29 touchdowns from scrimmage.
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Of course, the game will be discussed and dissected every possible way it can, leaving no detail uncovered before the big game. On one side, you have the Atlanta Falcons, who boast some of the best weapons in football.
What did Super Bowl receiver Julio Jones learn at Alabama?
In six NFL seasons, Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones has earned All-Pro recognition twice and four Pro Bowl invitations. He’s led the NFC in receiving yards three straight years, turned in one of the most prolific receiving seasons in NFL history in 2015 and owns one of the six 300-yard receiving games in NFL history .
Kyle Shanahan squeezing in 49ers meeting amid Super Bowl prep
Kyle Shanahan squeezing in 49ers meeting amid Super Bowl prep Falcons offense coordinator will use off day to huddle with San Francisco. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jCtQJF USA TODAY Sports’ Lorenzo Reyes explains how Falcons head coach Dan Quinn was the Seahawks’ defensive coordinator when they lost to Tom Brady and the Patriots in one of the most memorable Super Bowls ever.
Falcons holding out Jones, Mack
Matt Ryan wasn’t worried that he didn’t have his center and top receiver with him for the Falcons’ first Super Bowl practice on Wednesday or for the remainder of the week. The quarterback says he trusts Alex Mack and Julio Jones will do what is necessary to be ready despite missing this week’s practice schedule with injuries.
Falcons holding out Julio Jones, Alex Mack with injuries
Matt Ryan wasn’t worried that he didn’t have his center and top receiver with him for the Falcons’ first Super Bowl practice on Wednesday or for the remainder of the week.
Falcons holding out Julio Jones, Alex Mack with injuries
Matt Ryan wasn’t worried that he didn’t have his center and top receiver with him for the Falcons’ first Super Bowl practice on Wednesday or for the remainder of the week.
Rest over as Patriots begin Super Bowl prep for Falcons
After taking a day to review and recharge following his team’s AFC championship game win over Pittsburgh, the New England coach said Tuesday that the coaching staff’s preparations are fully underway for the Super Bowl. The Patriots are preparing to make their seventh Super Bowl berth during the Belichick era, making them veterans at this point in handling the various logistics involved with the big game.
NFC championship: Falcons don’t belong in such elite company? Guess again
… 13 and are relatively healthy. The Packers? That magician behind center is on the kind of run that athletes in other sports call “the zone.” Aaron Rodgers seems capable of carrying his team to the summit regardless of the circumstance – and the …
Falcons’ Shanahan will have another meeting with 49ers
Shanahan said Thursday he plans to talk again with the San Francisco 49ers about their coaching vacancy, with all signs pointing to him landing the position. He is the only apparent candidate, and the 49ers are the lone team that hasn’t hired a coach.
Falcons: Julio Jones will be ready to go in NFC championship
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones scores a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks during the first quarter of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Atlanta. Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman tackles Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones during the second half of an NFL football divisional football game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Atlanta.
Falcons hope for 1 more game at Georgia Dome _ for NFC title
The Falcons advanced to the NFC championship game for only the fourth time in their 51-year history, cruising past the Seattle Seahawks 36-20 in a divisional game Saturday. Matt Ryan threw for 338 yards and three touchdowns, looking every bit like one of the favorites for the MVP award .
Julio Jones Injury: Updates on Falcons Star’s Foot and Return
Atlanta Falcons wideout Julio Jones suffered a foot injury during the fourth quarter and did not return to the team’s 36-20 NFC Divisional Round win over the Seattle Seahawks on Saturday.
Atlanta Falcons soar into NFC title game with 36-20 victory over Seattle
Ryan threw for 338 yards and three touchdowns, leading the Falcons to a 36-20 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in the divisional round Saturday. Atlanta will face either the Dallas Cowboys or the Green Bay Packers, who meet Sunday in the NFC’s other divisional game.
Ryan leads Falcons to NFC title game, beating Seattle 36-20
Matt Ryan looks very much like an MVP, throwing for 338 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Atlanta Falcons to the NFC championship game with a 36-20 win over the Seattle Seahawks Ryan leads Falcons to NFC title game, beating Seattle 36-20 Matt Ryan looks very much like an MVP, throwing for 338 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Atlanta Falcons to the NFC championship game with a 36-20 win over the Seattle Seahawks Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ixNsAg Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn reacts to play against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of an NFL football divisional football game, Saturday, Jan. 14, 2017, in Atlanta.
Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons’ offense too much for Seattle Seahawks
Matt Ryan, Atlanta Falcons’ offense too much for Seattle Seahawks Atlanta earns spot in NFC Championship game. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2ixOUmA ATLANTA – The defense that has bailed out the Seattle Seahawks so many times over the past five years couldn’t save them here Saturday.
NFL Playoff Schedule 2017: AFC and NFC Divisional-Round Matchup Analysis
For example, when the Atlanta Falcons played the Carolina Panthers in Week 5, the young Panthers secondary had no one who could slow down Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones . Coleman, and their offense moved the ball up and down the field all game, but they had no answer for Jones, who caught 12 passes for 300 yards and a touchdown.
Seahawks vs. Falcons: TV Schedule, Odds, Ticket Info, Game Time and More
Every big football fan can rattle off all-time postseason classics, such as The Catch, The Catch II and The Comeback. Such is the case for the Seahawks-Falcons divisional-round game four seasons ago, which isn’t talked about as much as it should be.
Falcons QB Matt Ryan led the NFL in passer rating and
… and Ronnie Lott, and 1980 Heisman-winning running back George Rogers. For the first time, the nationwide panel of 50 sports writers and broadcasters who regularly cover the NFL voted for specific positions on the offensive line, a flex player on …
Can 2 rookies lead Dallas back to the top?
Dak Prescott was quite the revelation and consolation for Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, who was outmaneuvered for first-rounder Paxton Lynch and third-rounder Connor Cook in the NFL draft last April. Jones chose Prescott with the 135th pick of the fourth round, and Tony Romo’s training camp injury microwaved plans to ease the rookie from Mississippi State into the rotation.
FINAL: Saints fall to Falcons 32-38
Matt Ryan bolstered his MVP credentials with a brilliant first half Sunday, throwing four touchdown passes to lead the Atlanta Falcons to a 38-32 victory over the New Orleans Saints, securing a first-round playoff bye. Ryan was 17 of 19 for 235 yards by halftime, directing the Falcons to touchdowns on all five possessions and a commanding 35-13 lead.
The Latest: Scarbrougha s TD run gives Alabama 24-7 lead
The Latest on the College Football Playoff Peach Bowl semifinal game between No. 1 Alabama and No.
Steve: A fitting Saints finale against arch-rival Falcons
Sunday, January 1st, 3:25pm on 870AM / 105.3FM Georgia Dome Atlanta, GA Saints +7 Under / Over: 56 This Saints season will conclude the same as the previous two; minus a spot in the playoffs. 2016 however does feel a little different since the defense has gotten better, as well as there being a stronger commitment to running the football.