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Newberry: In tough times, stadium gravy train rolls on
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Paul Newberry
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Updated: Apr 27, 2012, 1:23 AM
Published: Apr 27, 2012, 1:29 AM
ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons didn't have a pick in the first round of the NFL draft. Not to worry. They're on the verge of landing something far more valuable than some stud running back or fearsome-hitting linebacker — a new stadium costing nearly a billion dollars.
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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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