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Winding road filled with obstacles has carried this West Hall High graduate to a spot with the Atlanta Falcons

Atkinson thrilled to play in his hometown for the Falcons

West Hall's Hunter Atkinson runs with the ball after the catch against East Hall during a 2013 game in Oakwood.

Atkinson — West Hall's Hunter Atkinson runs with the ball after the catch against East Hall during a 2013 game in Oakwood.

Atkinson is the first player for Atlanta Falcons from Hall County since tight end Martrez Milner

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