FLOWERY BRANCH — The Atlanta Falcons’ first workout in full pads brought a sense of relief to veteran linebacker Mike Peterson. With the NFL’s year-old collective bargaining agreement limiting how many times teams can hit in practice, Peterson liked the spirit he saw from his teammates. Until Sunday, Peterson, a 13-year veteran, felt as if training camp had yet to start.
Falcons' first practice in pads goes smoothly
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