Falcons name Saints' Terry Fontenot as general manager

Northwest GA News (Sports) 1/19 3:58A By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer

ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons on Tuesday named Terry Fontenot the team's first Black general manager, finding new leadership from within their division.

Packers' Matt LaFleur takes past lessons into ‘blessing and a curse’ matchup with Rams' Sean McVay

Northwest GA News (Sports) 1/13 12:00P JASON WILDE For the State Journa

The Green Bay coach has faced two other former bosses this season, defeating now ex-Atlanta coach Dan Quinn and Tennessee’s Mike Vrabel.

Packers' Nathaniel Hackett gains Aaron Rodger's endorsement for Atlanta head-coaching job

Northwest GA News (Sports) 1/7 10:35P JASON WILDE For the State Journa

Nathaniel Hackett was interviewed by the Atlanta Falcons for their head coaching position on Thursday afternoon.

'Definitely ready’ for head-coaching opportunity, Nathaniel Hackett picks up big endorsement for...

Northwest GA News (Sports) 1/7 12:40P JASON WILDE For the State Journa

Hackett was scheduled to do a virtual job interview with the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday afternoon.

Alabama 52, Florida 46: Three things we learned in the Tide's SEC championship win

Northwest GA News (Sports) 12/19 5:17P By Brett Hudson/The Tuscaloosa N

ATLANTA, Ga. — After weathering a third-quarter storm, Alabama regained control of the SEC Championship Game to beat Florida 52-46.

Doug Segrest: Alabama's biggest challenges, at this point, are perfection and history making

Northwest GA News (Sports) 12/12 8:33A By Doug Segrest/Montgomery Adver

This wasn’t a game for wowing Heisman voters or impressing pollsters. This was about getting in and out — and back home safely to prep for sixth-ranked Florida next week in Atlanta.

Roberts, Allen pace Georgia State's 4 OT win over Jackets

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/25 6:44P By George Henry Associated Press

ATLANTA — Georgia State coach Rob Lanier wanted his players to appreciate how rare it is to play in a four-overtime game.

What an offseason! Hawks bulk up big time in free agency

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/24 7:07P By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Write

ATLANTA (AP) — Just like that, the Atlanta Hawks transformed themselves into a playoff contender.

Braves boost rotation, sign Morton for a year at $15 million

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/24 8:21A By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer

ATLANTA (AP) — The Atlanta Braves were looking for more than just experience and depth when they signed two-time All-Star Charlie Morton to a $15 million, one-year deal Tuesday.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Taysom Hill took advantage of earned opportunity

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/23 12:07P Courtesy: New Orleans Saints

In the eyes of New Orleans Saints Coach Sean Payton, Taysom Hill simply had earned the opportunity to start at quarterback Sunday against Atlanta.

Falcons QB Ryan again swamped by Saints' pass rush

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/22 12:03P By GUERRY SMITH Associated Press

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan kept taking sacks against the Saints in the Superdome.

ESPN: Taysom Hill will start for hurt Drew Brees against Falcons

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/20 8:28A

NEW ORLEANS — Taysom Hill will reportedly start at quarterback for the New Orleans Saints on Sunday against the Atlanta Falcons, sources tell ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.

Falcons' Ryan 'very proud' of durability during 13 seasons

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/19 9:36A By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer

ATLANTA (AP) — With the Atlanta Falcons on their bye, Matt Ryan was watching New Orleans' win over San Francisco on TV last week when Saints quarterback Drew Brees took a hit.

SEC adapting to help league crown champion during pandemic

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/18 5:53A By TERESA M. WALKER AP Sports Wr

Commissioner Greg Sankey and the Southeastern Conference have their finish line in sight: The league championship game is set for Dec. 19 in Atlanta.

LHP Drew Smyly, Braves agree to $11 million, 1-year contract

Northwest GA News (Sports) 11/16 8:45A By PAUL NEWBERRY AP Sports Write

ATLANTA (AP) — Left-hander Drew Smyly became the first of the 181 free agents to switch teams when he agreed Monday to an $11 million, one-year contract with the Atlanta Braves, who bolstered a rotation that was depleted by injuries…