Chris Lindstrom
FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2019, file photo, Clemson's A.J. Terrell intercepts a pass for a touchdown during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama in Santa Clara, Calif. Terrell was chosen by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)
Falcons use draft to rebuild substandard defense

By Charles Odum Apr. 25, 2020 07:57 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, AJ Terrell, seated wearing headphones, listens while others celebrate during the NFL football draft Thursday, April 23, 2020, in Atlanta. Terrell was selected by the Atlanta Falcons during the first round. (NFL via AP)
Falcons bolster secondary with Clemson CB Terrell at No. 16

By Paul Newberry Apr. 23, 2020 10:32 PM EDT

FILE - In this April 26, 2008, file photo, Matt Ryan, a quarterback from Boston College, speaks at a news conference after being selected third overall by the Atlanta Falcons during fthe irst round of the NFL football draft in New York. Ryan has started all but three games over his 12-year career, earning four Pro Bowl appearances and the NFL’s MVP award in 2016, when he led the Falcons to only the second Super Bowl appearance in team history. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File)
Matty Ice gets nod as Falcons' greatest success on draft day

By Paul Newberry Apr. 21, 2020 05:56 PM EDT

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. The Falcons have the No. 16 overall pick in the NFL draft following their second consecutive 7-9 finish. Coach Dan Quinn saved his job with four straight wins to finish 2019. The pressure is on Quinn and GM Thomas Dimitroff to win in 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)
Falcons' 'Trader Tom' Dimitroff expects more draft-day deals

By Charles Odum Apr. 16, 2020 12:10 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) runs against Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Austin Calitro (58) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Quinn says Falcons' strong finish must carry over to 2020

By Charles Odum Dec. 30, 2019 05:42 PM EST

Houston Texans outside linebacker Whitney Mercilus (59) sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Jameis Winston (3) during the second half of an NFL football game Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Mark LoMoglio)
Buccaneers, Falcons motivated to finish 2nd in NFC South

By Fred Goodall Dec. 26, 2019 05:30 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn reacts as his defense stops the Jacksonville Jaguars on a fourth down attempt during the fourth quarter to hold on to a 24-12 victory in a NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Quinn wants to return as Falcons coach, but status uncertain

By George Henry Dec. 23, 2019 06:46 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) works in the pocket against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Ryan expecting another sparse crowd in Falcons' home finale

By George Henry Dec. 19, 2019 06:18 PM EST

Carolina Panthers interim head coach Perry Fewell, left, speaks with Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn after an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons won 40-20. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Quinn finds plenty to like in win, but job status unchanged

By George Henry Dec. 09, 2019 07:26 PM EST

Falcons P Matt Bosher back to IR after re-injuring groin

Dec. 07, 2019 02:27 PM EST
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Atlanta Falcons punter Matt Bosher is done for the season after re-injuring his right groin. Bosher was...

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) makes the catch against Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Carlton Davis (33) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
WR Jones, TE Hooper, G Lindstrom return to Falcons' offense

Dec. 06, 2019 04:38 PM EST

Lindstrom back at practice for 1st time since opening week

By George Henry Dec. 02, 2019 03:50 PM EST
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — Falcons rookie guard Chris Lindstrom, the NFL’s No. 14 overall draft pick, is back on the field for the first time since suffering a...

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn stands on the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)
Quinn tweaks Atlanta's coaching staff coming out of bye week

By George Henry Nov. 04, 2019 04:28 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2019, in Atlanta. The Seattle Seahawks won 27-20. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons reeling, Quinn's job status muddied at bye

By George Henry Oct. 31, 2019 07:07 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) leaves the field with an apparent leg injury after Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald leveled him, causing a fumble that the Rams recovered, during the fourth quarter in an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 20, 2019, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Falcons may face tough decisions following 5 straight losses

By Charles Odum Oct. 21, 2019 06:12 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) celebrates his touchdown run against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Houston. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Watson, Ryan look forward to meeting as peers on the field

By George Henry Oct. 03, 2019 05:12 PM EDT

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is tackled by Tennessee Titans, from left to right, Jayon Brown, Isaiah Mack and Harold Landy III on a fourth down-attempt during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)
Ryan trying to stay positive during Falcons’ rough start

By George Henry Oct. 03, 2019 01:46 PM EDT

Former Alabama football players Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones, left, and Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry speak after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Atlanta. The Tennessee Titans won 24-10. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons' Quinn hoping to find fixes on 2-week trip

By Charles Odum Sep. 30, 2019 05:10 PM EDT

Tennessee Titans inside linebacker Rashaan Evans (54) prepares to sack Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Atlanta. The Tennessee Titans won 24-10. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
Falcons doomed by another poor start

By George Henry Sep. 29, 2019 07:02 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 9, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons center Alex Mack (51) sets to block against the Green Bay Packers during an NFL football game in Green Bay, Wis. Pro Bowl center Alex Mack liked how the Falcons' offensive line overcame injuries to produce a better effort in the second game. Now the challenge comes in being successful consistently as the Falcons prepare to visit Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes, File)
Falcons still seeking right formula on offensive line

By George Henry Sep. 19, 2019 07:07 PM EDT