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Atlanta Falcons' leaky pass defense to be tested against Packers' QB Aaron Rodgers
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In this Jan. 3, 2016, file photo, Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23) breaks up a pass intended for New Orleans Saints wide receiver Willie Snead (83) during the second half of an NFL football game in Atlanta. - photo by David Goldman
Genaro C. Armas
Associated Press
Published: Jan 19, 2017, 11:07 PM
GREEN BAY, Wis. — The Green Bay Packers’ blueprint to slow down Atlanta in the NFC championship game focuses on turning the high-octane Falcons into a one-dimensional offense. It sounds simple enough. But this plan could be tough to execute for the Packers with their injury issues in the secondary.
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NFL: Legendary former Atlanta Falcons quarterback calls in a career
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Atlanta Falcons’ Matt Ryan throws a pass during the first half of Super Bowl 51 against the New England Patriots on Sunday in Houston. - photo by Eric Gay
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Published: Apr 22, 2024, 8:05 PM
Matt Ryan finishes career seventh on list for career passing yards, ninth most touchdowns
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