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The Atlanta Falcons secured a decisive victory against the Carolina Panthers, winning 38-20 at Bank of America Stadium. The game marked the Falcons' first significant win of the season.

Falcons' ground game leads team to decisive victory over Panthers

As the Atlanta Falcons took on the Carolina Panthers, offensive coordinator Zac Robinson engaged with quarterback Kirk Cousins to ensure the game plan aligned with his preferences. Cousins expressed a clear preference: "I like running the football."

Falcons announce inactive players ahead of matchup with Panthers

Head coach Raheem Morris had already ruled out inside linebacker Troy Andersen for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. This decision was confirmed when the inactives list was released 90 minutes before kickoff. Andersen is recovering from a knee injury.

Falcons sweep Panthers as they lead NFC South standings

The Atlanta Falcons have made significant strides toward their 2024 season goal of leading the NFC South. On Sunday, they secured a decisive 38-20 victory over the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. This win marks the Falcons' third consecutive victory, a feat they last achieved in 2019, maintaining their undefeated status within the division.

A.J. Terrell breaks interception drought as Falcons defeat Panthers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell ended a nearly three-year drought by intercepting a pass at a critical moment during Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. This marked his first interception since January 2, 2022, and came at a crucial point in the fourth quarter when the game was closely contested.

Which former ATL Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14?

These former ATL Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 14.

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ATL Standard area weekly mass times

By ATL Standard | Oct 12, 2024

The following parishes in the ATL Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Falcons activate Nate Landman; sign Kevin King back to practice squad

By ATL Standard | Oct 12, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons announced several roster changes ahead of their Week 6 game against the Carolina Panthers. Inside linebacker Nate Landman has been activated from the reserve/injured list. Landman, who had been on injured reserve since September 16 due to quad and calf injuries, was designated to return earlier this week.

Falcons seek division sweep against Panthers amid key player absences

By ATL Standard | Oct 12, 2024

The Atlanta Falcons, currently holding a 3-2 record, are set to face the Carolina Panthers (1-4) in an important NFC South matchup. A victory on Sunday would mean a clean sweep of their division rivals and help maintain momentum as they progress through the season.

Falcons rule out Troy Andersen; Nate Landman remains questionable

The Atlanta Falcons have announced that inside linebacker Troy Andersen will not play in their upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers due to a knee injury. Andersen missed all of the team's practices this week and was officially listed as out on Friday's game report.

Falcons show offensive growth with Kirk Cousins leading charge

The Atlanta Falcons are set to conclude a three-game division stretch against the Carolina Panthers this Sunday at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. As the 2024 NFL season reaches its quarter mark, the Falcons have shown significant offensive growth over their first five games.

Falcons release cornerback Kevin King after joining team as free agent

The Atlanta Falcons have confirmed the release of cornerback Kevin King. The announcement was made on Friday.

Falcons embrace resilience as defining trait amid close-game victories

In a recent string of close games, the Atlanta Falcons have begun to define their team identity through resilience and determination. Head coach Raheem Morris emphasized this in a postgame locker room speech following a last-second victory over the Philadelphia Eagles, saying, "Don't nobody blink. That's who we are."

Georgia reports a decrease in September tax revenues

The State of Georgia reported a decline in net tax collections for September, totaling approximately $3.21 billion. This marks a decrease of $91.2 million, or 2.8%, compared to the same month in fiscal year 2024 when collections were nearly $3.3 billion. Despite this monthly drop, year-to-date net tax revenue collections reached about $8.11 billion, showing an increase of $29.5 million, or 0.4%, over September 2023's figure of roughly $8.08 billion.

Week Ending Oct. 5: Atlanta police report 831 incidents

Atlanta police reported a total of 831 incidents during the week ending Oct. 5, according to the latest data from the Atlanta Police Department Open Data Portal.

Experts unanimously favor Falcons over Panthers in Week 6 matchup

The Atlanta Falcons are favored by experts to win their upcoming game against the Carolina Panthers in Week 6 of the NFL season. The match is scheduled for Sunday at 4:25 PM ET at Bank of America Stadium.

Falcons face potential changes as key players appear on injury report

A new name has emerged on the Atlanta Falcons' injury report. Running back Bijan Robinson was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice due to a hamstring issue. This marks the second time this season Robinson has appeared on the injury list, having previously been limited in Week 4 with a shoulder concern and twice during Week 5 preparation because of his hamstring before fully practicing last Wednesday.

Hurricane Helene inflicts $6.46B damage on Georgia agriculture

Governor Brian Kemp, alongside federal and state leaders, has provided an update on the agricultural damage caused by Hurricane Helene. The hurricane's impact on Georgia's agriculture is significant, with preliminary estimates indicating a loss of at least $6.46 billion to the state's economy. This figure encompasses direct crop losses, business disruptions in agriculture and forestry sectors, worker-related losses, and recovery costs.

Falcons focus on improving sack numbers amid strong pass defense

The Atlanta Falcons are currently at the bottom of the NFL rankings for quarterback sacks, yet their defense remains steadfast in avoiding excuses. Head coach Raheem Morris acknowledges the need for improvement, noting that all five of Atlanta's games have been decided by a single possession. "I think all our games have been kind of locked and loaded as far as a three-point game," Morris said. He emphasized that better opportunities to pressure the quarterback arise when playing with a lead.

Falcons' strong start raises hopes; focus on run game and player injuries