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Prisco's top 100 ranks Brady No. 2; Romo at No. 78

NFL.com (Sessler, Marc) — While we have yet to see where (or if) Peyton Manning will be on NFL Network's "Top 100: Players of 2012," Pete Prisco of CBSSports.com has already ranked him at No. 33 on his own list, though Manning didn't play a snap in 2011.
  • 3 days ago
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Sanders believes concussions overstated in youth football

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (D. Orlando Ledbetter) — Deion Sanders, who’s committed to helping youth through his academic and Christian-based select sports programs, believes the threat of concussions has been overstated.
  • 4 days ago
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Pondering Matt Ryan's absence on 'Top 100' list

NFL.com (Rosenthal, Gregg) — Falcons QB Matt Ryan has yet to appear on "The Top 100: Players of 2012." While it's possible he will still be ranked, Gregg Rosenthal wonders whether Ryan is even going to make the list, and if he doesn't, whether he can still be considered a rising star.
  • 4 days ago
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Falcons' Mike Smith changing playoff approach

NFL.com (NFL.com) — Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith hasn't exactly been successful in the postseason despite winning an NFC South title. After an 0-3 record in the playoffs Smith has done some soul searching and is ready to make some changes.
  • 6 days ago
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Falcons promote Vital, Kronenberg and Robinson

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (D. Orlando Ledbetter) — FLOWERY BRANCH – In the wake of two former scouts joining former Falcons executive Les Snead, the new GM in St.
  • 8 days ago
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Report: Peter Konz, Atlanta Falcons agree to terms on deal

NFL.com (NFL.com) — The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to terms with their top draft pick offensive lineman Peter Konz, a league source told the Carroll County Times on Sunday.
  • 8 days ago
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Falcons rookie Lamar Holmes ready to take next step

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Chris Vivlamore) — FLOWERY BRANCH - Lamar Holmes is not short on self-confidence. The trait has served him well throughout his football career - first high school, then college and now, he hopes, in the NFL.
  • 9 days ago
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Matt Ryan bulking up to lead Atlanta Falcons deep into January

NFL.com (NFL.com) — The NFL has become a quarterback-driven league and next season the Atlanta Falcons will follow suit with a greater emphasis on vertical passing. For quarterback Matt Ryan that means hitting the gym early, and often.
  • 9 days ago
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Falcons notes: Cris Carter's nephew, Kenny Stafford, in camp

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (D. Orlando Ledbetter) — FLOWERY BRANCH - Wide receiver Kenny Stafford, who is on a tryout at the Falcons’ rookie minicamp, adjusted to a pass that was thrown behind him Saturday, came down with the ball and made a sudden move to get up field.
  • 9 days ago
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After a physical season, Ryan hitting the weights hard

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (D. Orlando Ledbetter) — FLOWERY BRANCH - Going all the way back to Matt Ryan’s Pro Day at Boston College, there were questions about his arm strength.
  • 9 days ago
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Atlanta Falcons OL Konz prefers Wisconsin climate to Georgia

NFL.com (NFL.com) — Falcons rookie offensive lineman Peter Konz says he enjoys the 40-degree weather of his native Wisconsin and wants to know if they have air-conditioned helmets to cope with the heat and humidity of northern Georgia.
  • 9 days ago
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Falcons notes: Foot injury keeps Holmes out of rookie camp

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (Chris Vivlamore) — FLOWERY BRANCH - Lamar Holmes was a spectator Friday as the Falcons started a three-day rookie camp for draftees and free agents.
  • 10 days ago
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Peter Konz is bringing back the Dirty Bird

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (D. Orlando Ledbetter) — FLOWERY BRANCH - After his first practice with the team, Falcons’ top draft pick Peter Konz had an announcement.
  • 10 days ago
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Falcons ready to indoctrinate rookie class

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (D. Orlando Ledbetter) — FLOWERY BRANCH - To state that Falcons coach Mike Smith is a rookie-friendly mentor would be an understatement.
  • 11 days ago
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Roddy White insists former players 'killing our game'

NFL.com (Sessler, Marc) — As yesterday's NFL players are coming forward to describe the effects of years of violent play, today's stars face more and more rule changes. Falcons WR Roddy White has had enough.
  • 12 days ago
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