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Falcons announce initial 53-man roster for the 2024 season

By ATL Standard | Aug 27, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons have announced their initial 53-man roster for the 2024 season, finalizing the list by the NFL's 4 p.m. ET deadline on Tuesday. The roster includes 24 offensive players, 26 defensive players, and three special teams players.

Atlanta United 2 releases availability report for match against Carolina Core FC

By ATL Standard | Aug 27, 2024

Atlanta United 2 today announced the club’s Availability Report presented by Piedmont ahead of its regular season match against Carolina Core FC at Truist Point Stadium on Wednesday, Aug. 28 (7:30 p.m. ET, Apple TV – MLS Season Pass, Soccer Down Here).

Falcons expand HBCU fellowship program after successful inaugural year

By ATL Standard | Aug 27, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons and Wells Fargo have announced the expansion of the HBCU Fellowship Program, now in its second year. This paid eight-week initiative aims to provide skills, career development, and networking opportunities for students from Atlanta-based Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Falcons' initial 53-man roster reflects improved salary cap health

By ATL Standard | Aug 27, 2024

When the Falcons' initial 53-man roster was released at 4 p.m. Tuesday, there were few surprises.

Atlanta United begins road trip against Carolina Core FC

By ATL Standard | Aug 27, 2024

Atlanta United 2 begins a three-match road trip on Wednesday night when it travels to Truist Point Stadium to take on independent club Carolina Core FC on August 28. The match is slated to kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET and will be streamed on Apple TV – MLS Season Pass. Fans can also tune in to the Soccer Down Here audio stream.

Atlanta United's U14 squad wins Greenport International U14 Tournament

By ATL Standard | Aug 27, 2024

Atlanta United's under-14 squad traveled to Gravenzande, Netherlands, to participate in the ninth edition of the Greenport International U14 Tournament from August 23 to August 25. The team emerged victorious against Belgium club KRC Genk in the final through penalty shootouts.

Restoration PAC launches ad in Atlanta calling Kamala Harris a ‘complete failure’ on border

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Restoration PAC launched an ad this week, entitled, ‘CZAR,’ that called Vice President Kamala Harris (D) a “complete failure” on the border.

In Memoriam: Alfred Gudeman remembered on his birthday (August 26)

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Alfred Gudeman was born on August 26, 1862, in Atlanta, GA.

Government event this week in City of Atlanta: Aug. 25-31

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

The following event is scheduled to take place in City of Atlanta this week.

Week Ending Aug. 24: Atlanta police report 805 incidents

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Atlanta police reported a total of 805 incidents during the week ending Aug. 24, according to the latest data from the Atlanta Police Department Open Data Portal.

Atlanta United's unified team wins against LA Galaxy unified team

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Atlanta United's Unified Team traveled to Carson, California, where they secured a 3-2 victory against the Los Angeles Galaxy's Unified team. This win marks their second consecutive victory of the season, following their initial triumph over Nashville SC's Unified team with a 2-0 score at GEODIS Park on May 18.

Falcons prepare final roster cuts after winless preseason

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – The Atlanta Falcons' third and final preseason game has concluded, leading to the editorial team's last 53-man roster projection.

Governor Kemp announces appointments to state boards

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

Atlanta – Governor Brian P. Kemp today announced the appointment and re-appointment of 26 Georgians to various state boards, authorities, and commissions.

This week in City of Atlanta history: A noteworthy event that shaped our past (Aug. 25-31)

By ATL Standard | Aug 26, 2024

This week in City of Atlanta history.

Chris Blair makes case for spot on Falcons' roster

By ATL Standard | Aug 25, 2024

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — When Raheem Morris returned to the Falcons' training facility in February as the team's new head coach, he didn't know much about Chris Blair. The wide receiver would soon become a familiar face.

Atlanta United falls short against L.A. Galaxy with late goals

By ATL Standard | Aug 25, 2024

Atlanta United emerged from the Leagues Cup break appearing well-rested and assertive, challenging the top team in the Western Conference for 75 minutes on Saturday night. Despite a competitive match, L.A. Galaxy scored two late goals to secure a 2-0 victory and maintain their lead in the standings.

Atlanta United falls to first-place L.A. Galaxy

By ATL Standard | Aug 25, 2024

Atlanta United traveled to the West Coast to face L.A. Galaxy on August 25, 2024. The starting XI for Atlanta United included Brad Guzan (C), Brooks Lennon, Stian Gregersen, Derrick Williams, Pedro Amador, Bartosz Slisz, Jay Fortune, Dax McCarty (Alexey Miranchuk - 61'), Saba Lobjanidze (Tyler Wolff - 81'), Xande Silva (Edwin Mosquera - 72'), and Jamal Thiaré (Daniel Ríos - 72'). Substitutes available were Josh Cohen, Luis Abram, Luke Brennan, Noah Cobb, and Matt Edwards.