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Video: Matt Ryan and the Falcons take the field for the first time in '08Original at YouTube
• Fri, May 22
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By rss@youtube.com (dembirdscanfly) Author: dembirdscanfly Keywords: Matt Ryan Atlanta Falcons intro Roddy White Michael Turner Michael Jenkins HD Mike Smith Added: May 22, 2009
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Video: Falcons 2008 Preview
Original at Veoh
• Wed, Apr 29
Can Matt Ryan be the stable, star quarterback that Mike Smith is hoping for? Pete Prisco previews the new-look Atlanta Falcons. www.veoh.com
Video: Mike Smith interviewOriginal at truveo.com
• Mon, Apr 27
Falcons head coach Mike Smith discusses changes in defensive personnel and maturation of QB Matt Ryan. www.truveo.com
Video: PTI: Mike Smith
Original at AOL Video
• Tue, Mar 24
Good choice for the Atlanta Falcons? - NFL - Atlanta Falcons - Mike Smith video.aol.com
Video: Wiley On Mike Smith
Original at AOL Video
• Mon, Mar 2
Wiley says the Falcons could have gone higher up on the totem pole. video.aol.com
Video: Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Mike SmithOriginal at YouTube
• Tue, Nov 25
By rss@youtube.com (samnews76) Atlanta Falcons Coach Mike Smith at his post-game press conference following the Falcons 45-28 win over the Carolina Panthers. Smith says each game is a learning process for his young team. Author: samnews76 Keywords: samnews76 Atlanta Falcons NFL pro football Mike Smith
Falcons part ways with longtime team trainer Ron Medlin
Original at blogs.ajc.com
• Tue, Jan 19
By D. Orlando Ledbetter 090426 FLOWERY BRANCH Atlanta Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff and head coach Mike Smith introduce their NFL draft pick, Peria Jerry, Ole Miss defensive tackle, during a press conference at their facility in Flowery Branch last April. KENT D. JOHNSON / kdjohnson@AJC.COM-- The coin toss is set...
Emmitt Thomas' contract not renewed by the Falcons
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Tue, Jan 12
By dledbetter@ajc.com Longtime Falcons assistant coach Emmitt Thomas' contract was not renewed by the team. "Everyone here in the Falcons organization has the utmost respect for Emmitt, and we deeply appreciate his contributions to over team over the years," Falcons coach Mike Smith said Tuesday night.
Thomas DeCoud made impact as a starter
Original at blogs.ajc.com
• Tue, Jan 12
By D. Orlando Ledbetter FALCONS LANDING — Free Safety Thomas DeCoud was a surprise pick as the team’s defensive most valuable Safety Thomas DeCoud laid a big hit on Saints quarterback Drew Brees on Monday Night Football on Nov. 2. The hit led to a touchdown. player by head coach Mike Smith on Monday.
Falcons Q & A: Blank, Dimitroff and Smith wrap up season
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Mon, Jan 11
By dledbetter@ajc.com Falcons owner Arthur Blank, general manager Thomas Dimitroff and head coach Mike Smith, in interviews with the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Monday, accessed this season, addressing the development of quarterback Matt Ryan, plans for free agency and the significance of recordi...
2010 Falcons will need healthy Turner, playmakers on defense
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Wed, Jan 6
By dledbetter@ajc.com Instead of getting ready this week for a first-round playoff game, Falcons coach Mike Smith and his staff are evaluating the 2009 season.
Falcons coach Mike Smith orders team to unplug
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Mon, Jan 4
By dledbetter@ajc.com FLOWERY BRANCH – Enough. In his end of the season remarks to the team, Falcons head coach Mike Smith ordered his players to "unplug." Anybody who gets busted trying to sneak into the practice facility to lift weights will be facing a hefty fine.
Mike Smith already pointing toward 2010
Original at blogs.ajc.com
• Sat, Jan 2
By D. Orlando Ledbetter Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank celebrates on the sidelines after a field goal late in the fourth quarter against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during a NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, in Tampa, Fla. The Falcons defeated the Buccaneers 20-10. (AP Photo/Steve Nesius)
Wild cards aren't so easy to trump lately
Original at Boston Globe
• Sat, Dec 26
Sportsnet.ca “There's certainly a mind-set and attitude you have to have,'' said Falcons coach Mike Smith, who was on staffs in Jacksonville and Baltimore that won on ... The NFL Networks Top Ten Plays of the decade. Do you agree? VideoExaminer.com all 150 news articles »
Falcons motivated for visit from Bills
Original at topix.net
• Sat, Dec 26
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Coach Mike Smith is grateful the Atlanta Falcons have one major goal in reach.
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Original at NOLA.com
• Wed, Dec 23
Atlanta coach Mike Smith says Matt Ryan has not had a setback in his recovery from a turf toe injury, even though the Falcons quarterback was held out of practice.
Cougars sweep past Falcons, Garden City
Original at Dearborn Press and Guide
• Tue, Dec 22
Anthony Azzi got a win for DC when he overcame an 11-6 deficit to pin Mike Smith-Elliot with just 13 seconds left in their match at 140. ...
Sports Minute: Here is the latest Georgia sports from The AP
Original at WTVM
• Tue, Dec 22
AP) - The Atlanta Falcons aren't going to the playoffs, but coach Mike Smith is happy to have one major goal in reach. Atlanta can secure consecutive ... and more »
Falcons focused on winning season
Original at Augusta Chronicle
• Tue, Dec 22
Coach Mike Smith is grateful the Atlanta Falcons have one major goal in reach. Eliminated from playoff contention before Sunday's road win over the New York Jets, Atlanta hopes to have consecutive winning records for the first time in its 44-year history.
Bills notebook: QB injuries will force Brohm under center
Original at Buffalo News
• Mon, Dec 21
Sportsnet.ca Falcons coach Mike Smith told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Monday that Turner began his rehabilitation and will do whatever possible to take the ... Bills QB situation up in the airBuffaloBills.com
Atlanta's goal: Put an end to losing streak
Original at CNN/SI
• Mon, Dec 21
AP) -Coach Mike Smith is grateful the Atlanta Falcons have one major goal in reach. Eliminated from playoff contention before Sunday's road win over the ... Buffalo Bills More Than Touchdown Dog Against Atlanta FalconsUSA Online Gambling News
Falcons' Michael Turner will try to play in last two games
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Mon, Dec 21
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He started his rehabilitation this morning," Falcons coach Mike Smith said Monday. "We want to get him back as quickly as possible because there are still ...
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Falcons’ Ryan, Turner practice again FridayOriginal at blogs.ajc.com
• Fri, Dec 18
By D. Orlando Ledbetter UPDATE: Falcons coach Mike Smith said decisions to play Matt Ryan and Michael Turner won’t turn on Dallas game on Saturday night. Invoked the “Best Chance to Win” doctrine. Dallas win over Saints = playoff elimination for Falcons. Ryan and Turner practiced on Friday. They were limited in the...
Countdown: Hall of Cheats, Hall of Fame, Hall of Nuts (Leavitt) - Atlanta Journal Constitution
Original at blogs.ajc.com
• Mon, Dec 14
Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) Mike Smith's being a stand-up guy, as usual. In case you missed it, Falcons coach Mike Smith stepped up and take took responsibility for the 12-yard loss on ...
NFL News and Notes - NFL GridIron Gab
Original at NFL GridIron Gab
• Sat, Dec 12
• 1 related articles
NFL News and Notes NFL GridIron Gab (blog) Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is likely a game-time decision, according to head coach Mike Smith; running back Michael Turner is listed as ... and more »
Injuries to Watch: Week 14 - FanHouse
Original at fantasyfootball.fanhouse.com
• Fri, Dec 11
Injuries to Watch: Week 14 FanHouse (blog) • Matt Ryan, Falcons - Coach Mike Smith says that he likes the progress he's been seeing from Ryan. Smith's hands are tied until Ryan becomes medically ... NFL Quick Hits (Dec. 11th): Fantasy News and NotesBleacher Report all 2 news articles »
Smith shoots down report, says Ryan will play if ready - Atlanta Journal Constitution
Original at blogs.ajc.com
• Thu, Dec 10
Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) Smith shoots down report, says Ryan will play if ready Atlanta Journal Constitution (blog) Mike Smith agrees. The Falcons' coach didn't know about the story. He immediately dismissed it, saying Ryan will play when he's ready and reaffirmed that ...
Ryan could return this week
Original at Scout.com > FalconInsider.com
• Tue, Dec 8
By Scott Eklund Falcons head coach Mike Smith noted in his Monday press conference that second-year quarterback Matt Ryan may return to the field this weekend as Atlanta prepares to take on the 12-0 New Orleans Saints as they fight for their playoff lives.
Richt should phone vangorder, but don't expect a yes
Original at blogs.ajc.com
• Thu, Dec 3
It just doesn't make sense for Brian vangorder to leave Mike Smith and the Falcons and go back to Georgia as a coordinator. (Curtis Compton/AJC) Georgia ...
Only dumb luck can save Lions
Original at Toledo Blade
• Sun, Jan 4
Mike Smith of the Atlanta Falcons? Miami's Tony Sparano? John Harbaugh of the Baltimore Ravens? Maybe the Lions will get lucky and attract a hot defensive coordinator like Steve Spagnuolo of the Giants or Rex Ryan of the Ravens or Leslie Frazier of the Vikings.
Atlanta Falcons' Stars Picked the Wrong Time to Have a Bad Day
Original at Bleacher Report
• Sat, Jan 3
By Jeff Dickinson Unfortunately for Atlanta fans, Ryan, Turner, and Abraham each picked the wrong time to have a bad day. Under first-year coach Mike Smith, the Falcons went way above and beyond preseason expectations. Most prognosticators picked Atlanta to finish with five or six wins this season.
SBNation Football Studs and Duds Awards
Original at Mile High Report
• Sat, Jan 3
By TheSportsGuru Some notables from the voting: Mike Smith, head coach for the Falcons, was one vote away from tying Tony Sparano for Stud Coach of the Year.Vikings RB Adrian Peterson and Panthers RB DeAngelo Williams tied for second behind Drew Brees for Stud Offensive player.Matt Ryan, who won the NFL Of...
Mac's NFL Picks - Wild Card Weekend
Original at Mac's Football
• Sat, Jan 3
By Brian McIntyre(noreply@blogger.com) Atlanta Falcons at Arizona Cardinals Atlanta has been led to the post-seaosn by rookie head coach Mike Smith, rookie quarterback Matt Ryan and former Chargers backup running back Michael Turner. Indianapolis Colts at San Diego Chargers Philadelphia Eagles at Minnesota Vikings
Marvez: candidates for first-year head coaches.
Original at Cincy Jungle
• Tue, Nov 11
By Kirkendall Yep, our old "head-locked-by-scrawny-Chad-Johnson" buddy, Jackson. The point is raised after the surprising success of first-year coaches John Harbaugh (Ravens), Mike Smith (Falcons), Tony Sparano (Dolphins) and Jim Zorn (Redskins).
NFL Audible: JaMarcus a bust? Stats say he's not
Original at Sacramento Bee
• Sun, Nov 2
By pgutierrez@sacbee.com (Paul Gutierrez) Physically, he's an intimidating-looking quarterback, great size, has the skill set to be an outstanding quarterback," said Atlanta rookie coach Mike Smith, who schemed against Russell last year as Jacksonville's defensive coordinator. "The improvement has been steadily up from w...
From Section 312: Five Thoughts on the 2008 Atlanta Falcons
Original at Bleacher Report
• Sat, Oct 18
By GeorgiaDawg Mike Smith Matt Ryan Roddy White and Michael Turner With Matt Ryan as his quarterback, he may be on his way to the Pro Bowl come February. Michael Turner came to the Falcons this past offseason to fill the role of Warrick Dunn. Turner has more than filled that role.
Week 5 Motorola NFL Coach of the Week Nominees
Original at NFL GridIron Gab
• Wed, Oct 8
By Al Gordon Head coaches MIKE SMITH of the Atlanta Falcons, TONY SPARANO of the Miami Dolphins and MIKE TOMLIN of the Pittsburgh Steelers are the nominees for MOTOROLA NFL COACH OF THE WEEK honors for games played October 5 - 6, the NFL announced today.
Week 5 Preview: Atlanta at Green Bay
Original at NFL GridIron Gab
• Thu, Oct 2
By Matt Loede The Falcons with first year head coach Mike Smith are doing a lot of things right. They have a power running game in motion, with Michael Turner and company averaging 181.8 yards per game. They want to slow the game down and send a message up front with their running game. That means they have to ge...
10 Things to Watch for in Week Four
Original at NFL GridIron Gab
• Sat, Sep 27
By Matt Loede 4. Can the Falcons beat someone good on the road? That will be an interesting question in their Sunday showdown with the Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Carolina was run over by the Vikings last week, while the Falcons are a surprising 2-1 and playing well with new coach Mike Smith and roo...
BASN's Week One NFL Review
Original at BlackAthlete.net
• Wed, Sep 10
Others standouts: Broncos Rookie WR Eddie Royal, Jets QB Brett Favre, Falcons coach Mike Smith, Titans RB Chris Johnson, Titans DB Courtland Finnegan, ... Rookie Focus: Ryan dreams Hall, but Falcons QB starts low USA Today Can Ryan beat the Cover-Two Atlanta Journal Constitution
Lions at Falcons
Original at Myrtle Beach Sun News
• Sat, Sep 6
SC - Falcons | New coach Mike Smith is relying on rookie QB Matt Ryan and new RB Michael Turner. Players to watch | Turner, a key free agent signee who backed up ... • Weekly Geekly preview: Week 1, Part II MLive.com all 2 news articles
The 2008 NFL Regular Season Starts Today
Original at Mac's Football
• Sat, Sep 6
By Brian McIntyre Detroit (-3) at Atlanta – The Falcons are not only starting a rookie quarterback (Matt Ryan), but for the second season in a row, they’ll have a first-time head coach (Mike Smith) patrolling the sidelines. Much of what’s happened in ...
Redman to start preseason opener
Original at Atlanta Journal Constitution
• Thu, Aug 7
Flowery Branch — Chris Redman, who this time a year ago was fighting for a roster spot, will start the Falcons' exhibition season opener Saturday in Jacksonville, coach Mike Smith announced Thursday afternoon.