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2017 ScheduleAll times ET
2017 Schedule
2-0, 1st in NFC South
- 8/10L 23-20
- 8/20L 17-13
- 8/26L 24-14
- 8/31L 13-7
- 9/10W 23-17
- 9/17W 34-23
- 9/24
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Falcons' OC Steve Sarkisian hopes to feed Julio Jones all four quarters
The Falcons are under utilizing their star playmaker as Julio Jones hasn't even been targeted during the third quarter the past two weeks.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons' injury report: Third running back Terron Ward added to the list while limited by a neck/shoulder injury. If he can't go Sunday, then perhaps rookie Brian Hill would make his NFL debut coming off an ankle injury. Coach Dan Quinn expressed no concern about Ward.
Sarkisian aims to keep Jones involved for entirety of games (0:52)
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons OC Steve Sarkisian talks about keeping Julio Jones involved throughout all quarters of the game. Jones got off to a fast start last week vs. Packers while going over 100 yards receiving despite not being much of a factor in the second half in terms of catches.
Falcons' Adrian Clayborn on Matthew Stafford: 'He runs pretty fast, for a quarterback'
The key for the Falcons on Sunday may be how well their pass rush can rattle Stafford, who challenges defenses with his ability to extend plays.
The Bill Barnwell Show: Previewing NYG-PHI, ATL-DET, OAK-WAS and TB-MIN
Bill Barnwell and Dan Graziano take a look at the Week 3 NFL slate by previewing Giants-Eagles, Falcons-Lions, Raiders-Redskins and Buccaneers-Vikings.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons WR Julio Jones said at the end of the day it "comes down to us" in talking about facing the Lions defense and top cornerback Darius Slay.
Explosive Falcons offense to overpower Lions' D? (0:50)
NFL evaluators see Falcons-Lions among Week 3's best games
Can the Lions slow the Falcons' high-powered offense down? One of three insiders polled thinks Detroit might have enough to pull off the upset.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons DT Joe Vellano, just promoted from the practice squad to fill in for Courtney Upshaw (ankle), played in two postseason games last season, playing 18 snaps in the NFC Championship Game and 22 snaps in the Super Bowl.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons coach Dan Quinn said right tackle Ryan Schraeder still needs to be cleared by the independent neurologist before returning to play. Schraeder feeling better but would have to participate Friday. Schraeder had been using a new technology advanced helmet, but the angle just wasn't right on the block where he sustained the concussion. He's on the way back to recovery, Quinn said. But too early to say if he'll be ready to play vs. Lions on Sunday.
Falcons' Devonta Freeman-Andy Levitre TD celebration was a week late
After missing a chance to show off their basketball-themed celebration in Chicago, Atlanta's Devonta Freeman and Andy Levitre delivered in Week 2.
Falcons on Wildcat formation with Mohamed Sanu: 'Bean talk'
When Dan Quinn challenged folks to come up with a name for the package featuring WR Mohamed Sanu at QB, Sanu's teammates shared their ideas.
Practicing against Von Miller has Ty Sambrailo ready for anything
Ty Sambrailo could be called on to start on Sunday, and the recently acquired offensive tackle said he'll be ready for the Lions' pass-rushers.
FPI projects Falcons at Lions one of week's best
In this week's only matchup of 2-0 teams, ESPN's Football Power Index projects the Falcons as slight favorites and the best team in the NFC.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons' injury report: Coach Dan Quinn already ruled out both Vic Beasley and Courtney Upshaw vs. Lions. Ryan Schraeder's status uncertain, so Falcons preparing Ty Sambrailo at right tackle.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons QB Matt Ryan talks about facing a familiar face in Lions LB Paul Worrilow, who was the Falcons' leading tackler for three consecutive seasons.
Falcons' assistant Bryant Young hopes Hall of Fame comes calling
Bryant Young had 89.5 sacks during his career, mostly as an interior defensive lineman, but one former teammate says that doesn't tell the whole story.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Falcons coach Dan Quinn said Ryan Schraeder (concussion protocol) won't participate in practice today.
Defensive Player of Week just the start for Falcons' Desmond Trufant
Desmond Trufant had an interception and a fumble recovery on Sunday, showing he's made it all the way back after surgery ended his 2016 season.
Matt Ryan focuses on improving footwork to stay on top of his game
After his MVP season, Matt Ryan is back working on his fundamentals from the ground up, even looking at Tom Brady for some pointers.
Vaughn McClure ESPN Staff Writer
Desmond Trufant named NFC Defensive Player of the Week. The Falcons cornerback had a 15-yard fumble return for a TD and also had an interception to set up a touchdown in the Falcons' 34-23 win over the Packers. Trufant, a one-time Pro Bowler, back this season after missing the last half of 2016 following pectoral surgery.
Hall of Famer Jason Taylor on Dan Quinn: 'I'd run through a wall for him'
Jason Taylor says he loved playing for Dan Quinn with the Dolphins and knew that Quinn would be a head coach one day.
Falcons, Broncos surge in Power Rankings as Cowboys tumble (1:00)
2017 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(26) | Takkarist McKinley | DE | UCLA |
| 3(11) | Duke Riley | ILB | LSU |
| 4(30) | Sean Harlow | C | Oregon State |
| 5(5) | Damontae Kazee | CB | San Diego State |
| 5(12) | Brian Hill | RB | Wyoming |
| 5(31) | Eric Saubert | TE | Drake |
2017 NFC South Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 57 | 40 |
| Carolina | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 32 | 6 |
| Tampa Bay | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1.000 | 29 | 7 |
| New Orleans | 0 | 2 | 0 | .000 | 39 | 65 |
Team Leaders 2017
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards265.58th
Rushing Yards102.517th
Points For28.58th
Points Against20.013th
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