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Falcons Try Out Four Defensive Backs

Oct 16, 2014 11:18 PM

The Falcons tried out four defensive backs this week, according to a league source. They auditioned former Bengals and Colts cornerback Morgan Trent, former Panthers cornerback Robert McClain, former Giants cornerback Brian Williams and former Dolphins cornerback Nathan Jones.

Scout.com

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Adrian Peterson Doubtful Against Falcons

Oct 6, 2014 10:49 PM

Vikings running back Adrian Peterson is doubtful for Sunday's game at Atlanta because of a high ankle sprain. Peterson hasn't practiced all week after hurting his left ankle last week against Oakland. He was carted off the sideline Sunday and X-rays were negative. "With the limited amount of things he was able to do today, very, very doubtful he would make it, though," Minnesota coach Leslie Frazier said. Peterson is sixth in the NFL in rushing with 872 yards. He's tied with Philadelphia's LeSean McCoy with a league-leading 12 touchdowns.

Associated Press

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Mike Smith Still Thinks OT Gamble Was Worth It

Nov 6, 2014 10:25 AM

Falcons coach Mike Smith still believes his overtime gamble against the Saints on Sunday was the right call. He sent Michael Turner up the middle for no gain on fourth-and-short. Smith might have doomed the Falcons to an overtime loss to New Orleans, but the fourth-year coach wasn't surprised by the public's response. "I'll say this, OK? We have passionate football fans here in Atlanta, OK?" Smith said. "Regardless of what the outcome is, someone has an opinion, and that's great for your fan base. That's what you want to have happen, and I'll just leave it at that." Though the move backfired, Smith repeated his postgame stance from Sunday night -- that he would do it again given the circumstances and the Falcons' spotty history of defending Saints quarterback Drew Brees in the late stages of a game.

Associated Press

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