nfl.fanhouse.com - 11/20/2008
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It's amazing how one week - and, more specifically, one loss - can totally change your outlook in the NFL this season.
After Week 10, Atlanta looked like an upstart that had grabbed the inside track on the playoffs thanks to a win over New Orleans. Just seven days later, though, the Falcons...
The Playoff Push: An NFC South Sweep?
nfl.fanhouse.com 12/4/2008 — Now, heading into Week 13, the NFC South is in position for three playoff spots - heading into the weekend, Tampa Bay, Carolina and Atlanta would all be postseason-bound. And unlike the East's situation earlier, the South might be able to pull it off.
Falcons stun Saints to remain undefeated at home
ajc.com 11/10/2008 — John Abraham did not stutter. He didn’t dodge the question or give that “one game at a time” response. For anybody who wanted to take note, the Falcons defensive end said it’s OK to go ahead and pencil the Falcons in the playoffs.“Definitely, I felt ...
Falcons fall to Saints on road
ajc.com 12/8/2008 — New Orleans In this season of thrilling comebacks, surprising victories and unmatched togetherness, some things started to unravel for the Falcons here in the Big Easy. With a chance to put a stamp on the season and keep marching toward the playoffs, ...
Falcons look to strike early against Panthers
ajc.com 11/22/2008 — Flowery Branch If the Falcons were a boxer, they’d be known for the early TKO. In all six victories, they’ve delivered the early technical knockout with first quarter leads. In all four losses, they’ve trailed or were tied after the first quarter. ...
Inside the Game: New Orleans Saints at Atlanta Falcons
blog.nola.com 11/8/2008 — SAINTS (4-4) AT FALCONS (5-3) Kickoff: Noon at the Georgia Dome Coaches: Saints Sean Payton (21-19 in three seasons, all with Saints); Falcons Mike Smith (5-3 in first season) TV: FOX Radio: 870-AM, 105.3-FM, 830-AM (spanish) KEEP AN EYE ON RODDY WHITE The Falcons' fourth-year pro has quietly ...
Falcons give Michael Jenkins, Babineaux new deals
ajc.com 11/26/2008 — With this season humming right along at 7-4, the Falcons are beginning to build toward the future. Tuesday they announced extending the contracts of receiver Michael Jenkins and defensive tackle Jonathon Babineaux. Jenkins signed a four-year, $20 ...
Four candidates for Falcons MVP
ajc.com 11/19/2008 — After 10 games, the Falcons are a surprising 6-4. Nobody predicted that. There is even reason to talk playoffs with six games remaining. So, go beyond the obvious that the Falcons are one of the best stories in the NFL this season. Their success has ...
