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Dunta Robinson is not happy to face Dixon in his debut

Atlanta Falcons with D. Orlando Ledbetter | Atlanta Journal-Constitution — New acquisition Dunta Robinson with a defensive play against receiver Troy Bergeron. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com) FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons cornerback Dunta Robinson is not too worried about the fact that he didn’t play a game during the preseason. “Eventually I’ve just got to play,” Robinson said on Monday after practice. “It’s a situation that I can’t really think about. Get my feet under me, that’s the bottom line. I’m a veteran in this game. It’s not my first time going through an experience like this. It’s something t...

Atlanta Falcons September 7, 2010

Falcons Make Cuts, Settle On Final Roster

The Falcoholic — More photos » Sam Greenwood - Getty Images Troy Bergeron was among the many Falcons cut Saturday. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images) Browse more photos » There's a few surprises amid the cuts, but nothing jaw-dropping. Per the official site's invaluable Jay Adams, here's a list of final cuts: The Falcons terminated the contracts of fullback Dan Klecko and center Brett Romberg.  Atlanta waived tight end Robbie Agnone, wide receiverTroy Bergeron, wide receiver Tim Buckley, running back Dimitri N...

Atlanta Falcons September 4, 2010

Parkview’s Palmer makes the Falcons, survives final cuts

Atlanta Falcons with D. Orlando Ledbetter | Atlanta Journal-Constitution — Tight end Michael Palmer, a Parkview High grad, made the Falcons initial cut down to 53 players on Saturday. In a surprise move, the Falcons waived tight end Keith Zinger clearing the way for Palmer. Also, backup center Brett Romberg and Chevis Jackson, who was the team’s nickel back for most of the last two seasons, was released. The Falcons also terminated the contract of fullback Dan Klecko. Atlanta waived tight end Robbie Agnone, wide receiver Troy Bergeron, wide receiver Tim Buckley, running back Dimitri Nance, center Blake Schlueter, wide receiver Andy Strickland, wide receiver Rya...

Atlanta Falcons September 4, 2010

Troy Bergeron is hoping to land a roster spot

Atlanta Falcons with D. Orlando Ledbetter | Atlanta Journal-Constitution — New acquisition Dunta Robinson with a defensive play against receiver Troy Bergeron. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com) FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons wide receiver Troy Bergeron has been the forgotten veteran in training camp. But he attracted some attention after he caught a 19-yard touchdown pass against New England from quarterback John Parker Wilson. “That was a bright spot,” Falcons coach Mike Smith said. “He made a couple of guys miss.” One of the realities of football is that injuries happen. Kerry Meier’s misfortune might be Bergeron’s gain. He’s had...

Atlanta Falcons August 23, 2010
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  • Falcons at Steelers: 5 big what ifs ... Atlanta Journal-Constitution In the season opener against Pittsburgh, what if ... 1.The Falcons' revamped defensive line doesn't hold firm? With Jonathan Babineaux out serving a suspension, the Falcons will have three new starters along the defensive line playing next to John Abraham.
  • Falcons at Steelers: 3 key matchups Atlanta Journal-Constitution Three matchups to watch Steelers RT Flozell Adams vs. Falcons LDE Kroy Biermann: Adams will make his debut with the Steelers after playing his first 12 seasons in Dallas.
  • John Abraham and revamped Falcons line ready to terrorize QBs Atlanta Journal-Constitution Playing with a revamped line, veteran DE hopes to return to double-digit sackmaster status.
  • Key Matchup: Tony Gonzalez vs. Troy Polamalu Atlanta Falcons with D. Orlando Ledbetter | Atlanta Journal-Constitution 100813 Atlanta - GONZALEZ FIRST DOWN - Atlanta Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez (88) makes a first down catch as he is brought down by Chiefs cornerback Brandon Carr (39) during 1st quarter action in the exhibition season opener against the Kansas City Chiefs at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta on Friday, August 13, 2010. Curtis Compton ccompton@ajc.com FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons tight end Tony Gonzalez, who needs just one catch to become the first tight end in league history to reach the 1,000 mark, knows he has a tough matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. Gonzalez will be covere...
  • Falcons cheerleaders were on Good Day Atlanta Atlanta Falcons with D. Orlando Ledbetter | Atlanta Journal-Constitution Some of the cheerleaders appeared on Fox 5's Good Morning Atlanta show this morning. (D. Orlando Ledbetter/dledbetter@ajc.com) The Atlanta Falcons cheerleaders were on Fox’s Good Morning Atlanta this morning. While they won’t travel to Pittsburgh, they were fired up about the season. They were unveiling some new Reebok jackets ($65) that are available on the team’s website. Get instant updates on Twitter at AJCFalcons and you can join the Facebook Fan page at AJC Falcons.