Sunday, January 20 2013 8:55 PM EST2013-01-21 01:55:04 GMT
The Falcons blew another postseason lead, and this time Matt Ryan couldn't help Atlanta recover in a 28-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday.
The Falcons blew another postseason lead, and this time Matt Ryan couldn't help Atlanta recover in a 28-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday.
Carlos Rogers had one word to describe his homecoming in Atlanta when the San Francisco 49ers face the Falcons in Sunday's NFC championship: expensive.
Carlos Rogers had one word to describe his homecoming in Atlanta when the San Francisco 49ers face the Falcons in Sunday's NFC championship: expensive.
Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith says defensive end John Abraham and defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux will be listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC title game against San Francisco.
Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith says defensive end John Abraham and defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux will be listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC title game against San Francisco.
Friday, January 18 2013 9:02 AM EST2013-01-18 14:02:59 GMT
Beating the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday will propel the Atlanta Falcons into the Super Bowl. Former Falcon Brian Finneran spoke with Good Day's Buck Lanford on Friday about the important game.
Beating the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday will propel the Atlanta Falcons into the Super Bowl. Former Falcon Brian Finneran spoke with Good Day's Buck Lanford on Friday and filled us in on the Falcons need to do to make it the big game!
Friday, January 18 2013 8:54 AM EST2013-01-18 13:54:30 GMT
The NFC Championship game between the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers is this Sunday, and Good Day Atlanta has begun it's tailgating celebration!
The NFC Championship game between the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers is this Sunday, and Good Day Atlanta has begun it's tailgating celebration!
Friday, January 18 2013 7:56 AM EST2013-01-18 12:56:14 GMT
The Atlanta Falcons hope a trip to the Super Bowl is in their future, but it's still a thrill to watch the Matt Bryant's field goal that won put them in Sunday's NFC championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Atlanta Falcons hope a trip to the Super Bowl is in their future, but it's still a thrill to watch the Matt Bryant's field goal that won put them in Sunday's NFC championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.
Cornerback Christopher Owens practiced with the Atlanta Falcons for the first time in nearly a month Thursday, and star defensive end John Abraham remains hobbled by an injured left ankle.
Cornerback Christopher Owens practiced with the Atlanta Falcons for the first time in nearly a month Thursday, and star defensive end John Abraham remains hobbled by an injured left ankle.
ATLANTA -
The Atlanta Falcons' playoff win brings more than just bragging rights; the success of the team is a jolt to the local economy as well as the city's image.
More than 2,000 Georgia Dome employees will receive another paycheck thanks to the Falcons win over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
Despite being disappointed with the final score, Seahawks fans gave high marks to the city of Atlanta.
"It's been great. We have been treated nice and it's a wonderful and beautiful city," said Bernie Hawk, the Seahawks Chapter President.
Local bars, restaurants and hotels will get an additional boost this week with Atlanta hosting the San Francisco 49ers.
"The phones started ringing early this morning for reservations so we are getting reservations in, placing orders in," said Sean Fowler, the general manager of Stats Bar.
Herman Hall of the Hilton Garden Inn said that visiting fans often visit area attractions such as the Georgia Aquarium or the World of Coke.
The Falcons and downtown city leaders say the team's success creates community pride.
"You've got 24 hour coverage across all media platforms talking about Atlanta up until the game," said Dan Corso of the Atlanta Sports Council.
The Falcons are set to take on the 49ers this Sunday. If you can't get tickets, be sure to watch the game on FOX 5 beginning at 2 p.m.
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