Falcons agree to 5-year deal with DE Ray Edwards
FLOWERY BRANCH – The Falcons hope there is a new “Big Play Ray” in town.
Minnesota Vikings defensive end "Big Play" Ray Edwards has agreed to a five-year deal with the Falcons. Air Blank One is leaving at 6:01 p.m. to scoop him up and retun him to Flowery Branch. (Associated Press)
Defensive end Ray Edwards agreed to terms on a five-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons on Friday. The original “Big Play Ray” is former defensive back Ray Buchanan, who played with the Falcons from 1997 to 2003, and was on the franchise’s only Super Bowl team.
One of the team’s glaring deficiencies has been the pass rush. They are hoping that Edwards will help close the gap on the Green Bay Packers in the NFC. They hope he will balance the field and provide a pass rush opposite of Pro Bowl defensive end John Abraham.
On a day when the team released defensive end/tackle Jamaal Anderson, the Falcons reached a deal with Edwards. The former Purdue standout has 29 sacks in five seasons. He had eight sacks last season and 8.5 in 2009.
The Falcons were interested in Edwards after the draft. But they later cooled on him and pursued Carolina’s Charles Johnson. The Falcons backed out when the Panthers made a lucrative offer to Johnson, the former Georgia standout from Hawkinsville.
Entering free agency, Mel Kiper Jr. had Johnson as the top-rated defensive end available and Edwards was rated second.
“Finished second on the Vikings with eight sacks, teaming with Jared Allen to form one of the top pass rushing tandem at DE in the league,” Kiper wrote in his 2011 Free Agency Data Sheet. “But it was an uneven year for Edwards as he managed just 1.5 sacks in their first seven games.”
Kroy Biermann started at left defensive end last season and had three sacks. The Falcons also have Chauncey Davis, Lawrence Sidbury, Cliff Matthews and Emmanuel Stephens on the roster.
–D. Orlando Ledbetter, The Atlanta Falcons beat blog
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J-man
July 29th, 2011
1:27 pm
1st – Great news
Ernest
July 29th, 2011
1:28 pm
Great news! Now let’s shore up the offensive line….
Sam
July 29th, 2011
1:29 pm
3rd
J-man
July 29th, 2011
1:29 pm
As a season ticket holder. I can’t wait!! Hat’s of to the Falcon Brass!!!
Larry
July 29th, 2011
1:29 pm
Good…now get ASO!
Sam
July 29th, 2011
1:29 pm
Whats our cap room looking like now?
Jack
July 29th, 2011
1:29 pm
Awesome. I knew something was up when they released Jenkins and Anderson.
Ben
July 29th, 2011
1:30 pm
I feel like Rays contract will just take place of Jammals
@DanWeiner
July 29th, 2011
1:30 pm
Edwards had 8 sacks last year. Defensive Ends not named John Abraham combined for 6. Great pickup.
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
1:31 pm
Nice…hope we didnt break the bank
Man -O-Man
July 29th, 2011
1:32 pm
If Falons had only waited 10 more years Jamal Anderson would have eventially reach 29 sacks.Ok maybe not 29 but I know 7 was in the bag.
akintu
July 29th, 2011
1:32 pm
They saying 5 yrs $30 mil, $11 guaranteed…still got room to get some more pieces I love it!!
K26dp
July 29th, 2011
1:33 pm
Edwards, Clabo, and Julio Jones all signed! Great news. Now lets get Grimes and Blaylock back in the fold and get to playing football.
smyrnabob
July 29th, 2011
1:33 pm
yes
shanky
July 29th, 2011
1:34 pm
Dude – you need to learn how to spell. Camp? Release?
Seriously?
DHD
July 29th, 2011
1:35 pm
Nice….we’re getting close!!
Keith
July 29th, 2011
1:35 pm
Awsome!! SB here we come
Don Green
July 29th, 2011
1:35 pm
Can they afford Grimes, Blaylock, and Dahl ? Heard Dahl is close to signing with the Rams.
Falcons 4 life
July 29th, 2011
1:35 pm
Dimitroff really may be a genius……….
Brown
July 29th, 2011
1:35 pm
Wow, we got him… that’s great. And I hear that it was only for 5 yr, $30.5 mil. That’s a real steal… now we just need to get one more of our OL back, re-sign Grimes and get more piece to our secondary. We will be a force to be reckoned with again this year…
Falcons 4 life
July 29th, 2011
1:37 pm
Falcons working on deal with Blaylock….
Dr. Warren
July 29th, 2011
1:37 pm
He’s also a boxer. No pro bowls. 4th round pick. Benefited by playing opposite Jared Allen. But he’s young and good, so we’re moving in the right direction.
suwaneefalcon
July 29th, 2011
1:37 pm
Outstanding! Great to have a GM who gets it!
rduck
July 29th, 2011
1:37 pm
yes! i was starting to doubt it would happen until i read how much cap $ they made with the release of MJ and JA. Great news. Can’t wait for opening day…
brandon
July 29th, 2011
1:38 pm
YESSSSSS!!! Welcome to ATL Ray Edwards!!!
Pauls Johnson
July 29th, 2011
1:39 pm
Great News!! Way to go TD
Rikus
July 29th, 2011
1:40 pm
Love the signing, love the contract terms. Welcome to the ATL, Ray!
rduck
July 29th, 2011
1:41 pm
now let’s get Blaylock and Grimes on board and we can start our march to the playoffs…
Rupe in DC
July 29th, 2011
1:41 pm
D-Led,
That’s great news. Does that mean it’s likely that they are now finish with external FAs and will focus now on their own remaining unsigned FAs? What the situation with Grimes?
BTW…….Happy 100th….all kinds of Purple and Gold up here this week.
Falcon Fan
July 29th, 2011
1:42 pm
Yes, now that we have a DE what does our remaining Salary Cap Space look like. We still need to sign one of our two OG’s (my heart says to keep Dahl but logic would say to keep the younger Blalock). We still need to re-sign Grimes.
But if we still have room to spare I’d love to see us maybe grab another solid CB so we could move Grimes to the Nickel Back position and truly shut down the 3-4 WR teams we have to contend with.
Let’s say Dallas does sign Asomugha, they’ll probably need to release Terrance Newman IOT make the cap space room. What kind of salary would he command???
If the Jets get Asomugha, then Cromartie is looking for a job. What could we realistically sign him for???
I LOVE Brent Grimes, but he is a MUCH better Nickel or Number 2 CB.
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
1:42 pm
BREAKING NEWS: dahl and snelling signs with the rams
isproab
July 29th, 2011
1:42 pm
Great deal. The contract for Edwards is not a bank breaker. Good player for a good price.
Gwinnett Fred
July 29th, 2011
1:42 pm
And to think of it – all they had to do to afford this was cut gut J.Anderson – talk about your basic no brainers. That’s like trading Anderson & $3 million to the Vikings for Edwards!!!!!!!!!!
Junkyard Dawg2011
July 29th, 2011
1:42 pm
Awesome News!! I doubt we broke the bank since we are still planning on signing Grimes and Dahl… If we do that and pick up another solid DB in free agency for cheap then we will be sitting pretty.
74Viking
July 29th, 2011
1:45 pm
Total attitude problem with Vikings. Took lots of plays off. Benefitted next to Kevin Williams, Pat Williams and Jared Allen. His back-up (Brian Robison) played more. He is a total “me” guy but who knows. Had one huge game in playoffs vs the Cowboys in 2009 playoffs. You guys are a 13 win team in your SB window so maybe he helps. Vikes did not even consider trying.
Dan
July 29th, 2011
1:45 pm
I agree Brown! We need a DB not ASO! But wondering if we have enough $ for Carlos Rogers and Grimes
Chris
July 29th, 2011
1:46 pm
im really excited! the falcons were slow to get going in free agency but now we have clabo julio and edwards. All we need is grimes and dahl and snelling and we should be good!!! Good job dimitroff
coachx
July 29th, 2011
1:46 pm
TD has delivered with Clabo and Edwards for contracts lower then anyone was speculating. Enough cap room left to keep Grimes and Blalock. I hate to see Snelling go but RBs are not like DEs. There will be tons of good RBs left when the dust settles for bargains and TD knows this.
You still da’ man TD !
jgeezy29
July 29th, 2011
1:46 pm
We will see but the bucs are the team this year
CONservative Johnson
July 29th, 2011
1:47 pm
Sounds like we are spending money wisely, I was shocked that Clabo didn’t get more . . .
Steve-O
July 29th, 2011
1:47 pm
Considering what Carolina paid to keep Charles Johnson, this deal looks great on paper and on the field. But then again, some jackwagon will get on here and lament that we didn’t sign someone else.
PMC
July 29th, 2011
1:47 pm
He’s only got to be solid and contributing to upgrade that position quite a bit. This helps our rotation. Now Biermann can be in a role he’s better suited for.
Love this move. Love this move for John Abraham.
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
1:48 pm
$30MM 5 year deal?? Well done TD!!
McNasty
July 29th, 2011
1:48 pm
Wow! TD is really something. I bet there will be another big surprise signing before 9/11.
Steve-O
July 29th, 2011
1:48 pm
jgeezy29
July 29th, 2011
1:46 pm
We will see but the bucs are the team this year
HOMER, nothing else to say about this…
coachx
July 29th, 2011
1:48 pm
Reports are Dahl and Snelling are signing with the Rams.
I think Grime and Blalock are the keepers. Blalock is 5 years younger then Dahl.
M. Johnson, Reynolds, and Valdez will battle it out in camp for who gets the starting RG spot. It should be a fierce competition.
That is my projection.
Seattle Falcons Fan
July 29th, 2011
1:49 pm
So what about a second rb now that snelling is gone?
Old Flatulent Dawg
July 29th, 2011
1:49 pm
Great move Dimtroff……now, if only the Braves GM had clue…………
D. Orlando Ledbetter
July 29th, 2011
1:49 pm
Looks like Blalock is up next for the Falcons. Any other External FAs would have to late training camp causalties. The Blank Bank is close after Blalock gets through the door.
Yeah Right
July 29th, 2011
1:50 pm
Good deal. Wish we could keep Dahl….
chc4
July 29th, 2011
1:50 pm
I agree the Bucs are the team this year.
The team to take a major step back to 8-8 at best.
Seattle Falcons Fan
July 29th, 2011
1:50 pm
Marion Barber on the cheap?
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
1:51 pm
The Falcons will make two more rather large deals this weekend. Stay tuned…
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
1:52 pm
Hopefully this will give us the pass rush that we’ve longed for. Now we can get off the field on third down!
Old Flatulent Dawg
July 29th, 2011
1:52 pm
DOL…is there much chance Dahl reups with the Falcons
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
1:53 pm
UGA 1999: You’ve already teased with Edwards and Asomugha so what’s the third?
Sam
July 29th, 2011
1:53 pm
From Grantland…
Ray Edwards, DE
Edwards hasn’t seen a double-team since college, thanks to playing alongside the Williams Wall and Jared Allen in Minnesota. As a result, he’s accrued 21 sacks over the past three seasons while lining up against overmatched right tackles and the back end of pass blocking schemes designed to stop Allen. The Vikings locked up backup Brian Robison, so they have every intention of letting him hit the market. If a team like Cincinnati signs him to be its primary pass-rusher, they’re going to end up sorely disappointed.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
1:54 pm
DawgsnFalcons…..it is still being negotiated. I really dont want to say anything because it is not 100% done yet.
BFALCON
July 29th, 2011
1:54 pm
Great move the Falcons had to do something.Even better we released Anderson and Jenkins,sends a good message.you do not produce, you are gone! Now we need to release C.Owens & T.Lewis. If Dahl leaves go sign L.Davis from Dall.Sign James Jones WR from G.Bay and A.Cromartie and we will be on our way to a very successful season, maybe even a Super bowl appearance.Also resign Grimes.If Snelling leaves, sign Ronnie Brown
chc4
July 29th, 2011
1:55 pm
Well that works… b/c Edwards isn’t our primary pass rusher. And we aren’t paying him like one.
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
1:56 pm
@UGA 1999, what makes you think that the Falcons are talking to Asomugha? Secondly, what position does the other player you mentioned play?
bgfalcon
July 29th, 2011
1:56 pm
idk… ledbetter said they’re only going after blaylock now..
FloydCutter
July 29th, 2011
1:57 pm
I smell another Ed “The Thumper” Hartwell…not sure about this guy!
JimmyT
July 29th, 2011
1:57 pm
Way to go T.D.! Great news. You have to like how Falcons went about their business, being patient and taking care of things in the right way. I’m betting they’ll get the Grimes deal done.
Any chance we can re-sign Snelling? Very nervous about who’s going to tote the rock when Turner is hurt or needs a break.
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
1:57 pm
Just say it UGA 1999
Tommy maddox
July 29th, 2011
1:58 pm
Bravo Falcons!
I Wonder
July 29th, 2011
1:58 pm
UGA1999: OLed says after Blaylock, The Blank Bank closes. You saying you’ve scooped him?
Dr. Warren
July 29th, 2011
1:58 pm
I’ve always said we need a Pro Bowl CB. Not so impressed by Robinson last year. The defensive backfield has always–and I mean going back to the 70s–been our Achilles heel.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
1:58 pm
UGA 1999: You’re killing me here.
Great Falconi
July 29th, 2011
1:58 pm
Great deal for Edwards.
Hard to believe we got him for that price.
falconfanriseup
July 29th, 2011
1:59 pm
Now lets get Grimes, Dahl and Snelling signed.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
1:59 pm
RJ….you may want to reference some of my other posts from the previous blog. I KNOW WHAT I AM TALKING ABOUT.
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
1:59 pm
Now, all of you guys that were bashing Dimitroff for making the Julio Jones move when you thought we needed a DE, how are you feeling now about Julio?
atlTiger
July 29th, 2011
1:59 pm
FYI dirty bird fans….the SAINTS pwned Mr. Edwards the last two years….yawn. truth.
Dr. Warren
July 29th, 2011
1:59 pm
Also, I am sorry to see Snelling go. That guy reminded me of William Andrews on occasion. Let’s hope the speedy little guy we drafted will be an adequate replacement.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
1:59 pm
The Falcons have another deal that is done but they may not release it until late this evening or tomorrow. It is a big one as well.
robert
July 29th, 2011
2:00 pm
i wonder what number he will wear. corey peters wears 91 for the falcons.
Brave Hokie
July 29th, 2011
2:00 pm
TD: way to go….
Instill some balls into Frank Wren for us
BC
July 29th, 2011
2:00 pm
Did , ” Rich McKay ” , give Jamal and Micky J., the news?
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
2:01 pm
atlTiger, all I can say to you is that Drew Brees better get use to getting up of the ground after he’s been smacked by Edwards and Abraham.
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
2:01 pm
Yes, like Rick Flair used to say, “Now we go to School!” Whooaaaa What’s Causing All of This! Rise Up Baby!!!!
FalconRob
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
UGA 1999 Not sure how you are getting your info but I am getting more interested. Any other clues you can give us?
Rev Blake
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
I like the move, but not exactly doing back flips over it. Major question marks with him. Still, he’s better than any other option currently on our team. Hope it works out. Please sign Grimey next.
Dr. Warren
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
Falcons’s schedule is not that bad. I see 10-6 a distinct possibility, maybe 11-5.
chichi008
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
Sure UGA 1999 we all know there gonna sign Blalock, so if its outside of our own FA Im calling BS on your part.
Yeah Right
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
If UGA1999 has scoop he sure doesn’t want to come out with it prematurely. Anybody with an inside track knows you don’t spill the beans or you will soon be on the outside.
That said, UGA 1999 you are to be commended for both the heads up you gave on Edwards prior to the tweets coming out, and your ability to keep your mouth shut. Kudos!
RAY EDWARDS FAN
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
SNELLING AND DAHL CAN BE REPLACED NOT THAT BIG OF A LOSS!!!
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:02 pm
@UGA 1999, I’m not doubting anything, I just didn’t see the previous blog. Who are you talking about is all we are asking?
Micheal
July 29th, 2011
2:03 pm
I am hearing that the reason why Aso didnt sign yet because there is a mystery team that nobody have thought of is inquiring about his services. Hmm, makes you wonder.
DawgRed24
July 29th, 2011
2:03 pm
Dawg1999- Big props to you. Are the other deals our own, or are we in for a surprise
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:03 pm
I wonder what this means for Sidbury? I’m guessing they’ll keep Bierman and perhaps cut Sidbury or Davis?
atlTiger
July 29th, 2011
2:04 pm
Kerryb: once i stop laughing I’ll think of something clever, however, these two goons couldn’t handle our o-line the last two years and they’ve only gotten better.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:05 pm
FalconRob….We will address one more defensive position as well as one on offense.
DC
July 29th, 2011
2:05 pm
This is exactly what I am talking about. Putting in the right pieces.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:06 pm
Dawg…..I think you will be surprised.
Marcus
July 29th, 2011
2:06 pm
losing Snelling will hurt …… esp. considering his good performance as Burner’s backup and pass-catching threat.
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:07 pm
@UGA 1999, Is it a corner? We sure need a shutdown DB.
ToccoaBird
July 29th, 2011
2:07 pm
beone, if you don’t like Dled then why even come on this blog? I for one appreciate Dled. what you you rather have? That racist Moore back? Dled is a good reporter who is a Falcon fan first. Thats why so many like him…now go get on the Aints page or just hang yourself what ever works for you.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:07 pm
UGA 1999: You can’t mean they’re going to cut Kroy? That would really surprise me because I think he’s better as a third down pass rusher coming off the bench.
falconfiend
July 29th, 2011
2:07 pm
Clap, Clap, Clap. This is a great move.
atlTiger
July 29th, 2011
2:07 pm
…..I think you will be surprised…at the amount the falcon’s still can’t hold the Saints jock.
dallas cowboys
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
a typical falcons pickup a guy that was second fiddle in minnesota. He will be a bum in the atl. you guys need corner remember the green bay game
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
Mr. Blank is committed to a Super Bowl championship THIS year.
Dr. Warren
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
UGA1999 is bs’ing. He just wants attention.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
atlTiger: Don’t be a schmuck. I hate the aint’s but I totally respect the Sproles pick up. The Edwards pick up could mean big problems for opposing offenses including yours.
garbagepickup
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
He was not worth dropping jenkins and anderson…..they should of matched charles johnson…this dude isn’t even in the top 12 of defensive ends in the league….seriously…damn
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
Dr. Warren…..did you read my other posts from the other blog? I will let my words speak for themself.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:09 pm
Just as Sproles is going to be a pain in the arse for any Defense.
Sam
July 29th, 2011
2:10 pm
Tell me how the cowboys did last season?
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:11 pm
@UGA 1999, Asomugha??????!?!?!?!?!?! Shed some light man. The Braves have got Atlanta fans frustrated and we want a team that has management that wants to win. Give us a hint UGA 1999
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:11 pm
garbage: You can’t serious? I love Johnson as a Dawg and I think he’ll be great but they couldn’t match that deal and it remains to be seen if Edwards is worth Jenkins and Anderson but I’d have to say he’s more than worth it. Neither of those guys lived up to the hype.
I Wonder
July 29th, 2011
2:11 pm
UGA1999 = Dimitroff’s Brother
Freaking Awesome!!!!!!
July 29th, 2011
2:11 pm
Way to go TD and coach Smitty—& Thanks king Arthur for stroking a big check again!!!
blake
July 29th, 2011
2:12 pm
uga1999 you are killing me lol……. But i hope its cromartie on defense and Ronnie Brown on offense. Would make my Offseason AWESOME!!!!
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:12 pm
RJ…..I will just say he will look good in red and black, won’t he?
ToccoaBird
July 29th, 2011
2:13 pm
Sam didn’t you hear? Dallas won the Super Bowl………. of losers
chichi008
July 29th, 2011
2:13 pm
UGA1999 Cmon I tend to agree with the DOC ! Didnt read your prediction in the other blog but everybody knew we where going D end at some point, Heres a prediction RB now that snellings gone how hard is that.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:13 pm
blake…..you are way off with ronnie brown.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:14 pm
Chichi008….go back and read the other posts…..
chickenman
July 29th, 2011
2:14 pm
Great new now off to flowery branch to take in the DirTy Birds live! JULIOOOOOO
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
2:14 pm
atlTiger, you needed Sproles because you drafted a slow RB at the end of the first round. If you don’t think so plug in the Bama vs Au game of last year and watch him get run down and the ball punched out. You also have to get your impact DE from the bottom of the first round, the Falcons just picked up a proven veteran.
papadawg
July 29th, 2011
2:15 pm
Thanks for addressing the Defense. I’m still stinging from the 40 something the Pack hung on us in our Dome
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:15 pm
I like Ronnie Brown, watched him play at Cartersville but I don’t think he fits the scheme.
bigeasy830
July 29th, 2011
2:16 pm
Falcons are Super Bowl Bound
bgfalcon
July 29th, 2011
2:16 pm
uga1999 are we going after a lineman? or a slot reciever?
Yeah Right
July 29th, 2011
2:17 pm
Word on the street is we’re not in the Asomugha plan….so I will drink my beer out of UGA1999’s stinky tennis shoe if we are in that derby!
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:17 pm
@UGA 1999, All our players do. At least tell me this is the player we are trying to get a corner?
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
2:17 pm
UGA 1999 – It would almost be a good deal to go get Asumough and let Grimes sign somewhere else so we can get a first round pick next year.
Nique
July 29th, 2011
2:18 pm
Carlos Rodgers as the nickle back would be ideal to close off all of our great moves this offseason! Don’t wanna be greedy, but i’m not conviced that Owens is either ready or the answer! Maybe Franks is but…
atlTiger
July 29th, 2011
2:18 pm
Kerryb: we’re not asking Ingram to beat anyone down the field. If you know football he was drafted for his blocking and receiving skills. That’s why we also picked up Sproles. Drew Brees doesn’t get sacked. He steps up around your rushing DE and kills you with his fleet of pass catchers. And your veteran DE padded his stats while opposing defensives worried about the other guys on the Vikings line. Boy, you sure don’t know much about football do ya lil guy.
DawgRed24
July 29th, 2011
2:18 pm
Dawg1999- Don’t jinx it by defending yourself
I would love a solid backup tailback also.
TheEndzoneAnalyist
July 29th, 2011
2:18 pm
Hoping that we can wrap up Snelling as well as Grimes.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:19 pm
Yes
True Falcon Fan
July 29th, 2011
2:19 pm
Ronnie Brown,,,,RRRRRR,,,,,,,,UUUUUUUUUU,,,,Kidding me – “WHY”,,,,,,,,,Dumba$$
TD, Ray Edwards – EXCELLENT very GOOD signing!
Go Falcons
slydog
July 29th, 2011
2:20 pm
Do not sign Cromartie unless you plan sequestering him throughout the season… A Black athlete in this town with a high sex drive is asking for trouble….lol He has enough children. Just joking. If we can sign him, then go get him. I’m still somewhat upset we could not get Bush.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:20 pm
Currently Edwards, Jerry?, Babineaux and Abraham, LB: Spoon, Lofton and Nicholas? S: Willie Mo and DeCoud cb: Dunta and ????
How does that make you feel as a Falcons fan?
slydog
July 29th, 2011
2:21 pm
Can Thomas Dimitroff become a football consultant for UGA Athletics?…lol
slydog
July 29th, 2011
2:22 pm
@DawgsnFalcons I’m very comfortable with that personnel
Caleb
July 29th, 2011
2:22 pm
Come on Uga1999 give us a hint at least or we think ur a faker
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:22 pm
@UGA 1999, Ok so it is a corner. That leaves us with Asomugha, Rodgers, and Cromartie. You mentioned Asomugha earlier. Are you still confident?
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:23 pm
Slydog…..Bush was on the radar but demanded starting RB money. We were not willing to invest in him that much capital when we had to address the defensive side of the ball.
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
2:24 pm
He steps up around CB’s. He gets smacked by the rush up the middle. Our DE’s will harrass him on the edge and step him up into out DT’s now.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:24 pm
DLed says Dahl is in talks with the Rams.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:24 pm
RJ…..the plan is to have a press conference tomorrow at 2pm. I believe the official announcement will be made at that point.
I Wonder
July 29th, 2011
2:25 pm
Quotes from Deep Throat, I mean UGA1999:
*UPDATE: THE NEWS CONFERENCE SCHEDULED FOR TODAY IS STILL ON…..DISCUSSION POINTS WILL BE SOLIDIFYING THE OFFENSIVE LINE AND TRADES REGARDING OFFENSIVE LINE POSITION PLAYERS.
PLAN ON WORKING TOMORROW….NEWS CONFERENCE INVOLVING FREE AGENT SIGNINGS WILL BE WORKED BETWEEN NOON AND 3PM ON JULY 30, 2011.
*falcons relax….I can tell you that before Monday the Falcons will the the focus of the sporting agencies and media outlets.
*…..I am not privey to all of the communications between the teams management and the development of the team. I am made aware when certain signings/trades have been made and coordinating of the press conferences both internally and externally for the franchise.
*Duante is not going anywhere…
blake
July 29th, 2011
2:25 pm
UGA 1999 – Ok, im way off on Ronnie Brown, EIther that means im not way off or im right on with Cromartie……. LOL gotta keep that glass half full
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:26 pm
@UGA 1999, Ok so the deal is 100% done?
Caleb
July 29th, 2011
2:26 pm
…
I Wonder
July 29th, 2011
2:26 pm
My money’s on Asomugha. No one else would have the national media coverage that UGA1999 suggests.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:27 pm
RJ….watch ESPN tomorrow.
Caleb
July 29th, 2011
2:27 pm
What r ur sources? Why should we believe you
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
2:29 pm
slydog, are you talking about Rodgers-Cromartie? He was traded to Philly yesterday.
bgfalcon
July 29th, 2011
2:29 pm
maybe we get l.davis on the o line from dallas?
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:29 pm
@UGA1999, I will do buddy. Man i sure hope you are right!
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:30 pm
Caleb: Assuming he’s legit do you think he’d really give up his sources? UGA 1999 I’ve got that apology written just in case.
DawgRed24
July 29th, 2011
2:30 pm
Dawg1999- If you are right, you are my new hero. Everyone else, get off of him until we know. If he’s wrong, then you are right. If he he is right, then we will see.
Micheal
July 29th, 2011
2:31 pm
what happened to my post but anywho,
UGA 1999, I think our CB will be Terrance Newman or Cromartie, either of them will be signed. If I am correct about this?
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:31 pm
So far I am 1 for 1 today. By Monday I will be 3 for 3
ROD
July 29th, 2011
2:31 pm
Now this is what I’m talking about. I hope he can come in and produce like he did in Minnesota. Now we need another corner, and a veteran wide receiver.
Luv 2 Hate Me
July 29th, 2011
2:31 pm
Thank you Lawd. We are in business.
I Wonder
July 29th, 2011
2:33 pm
ATL vs. New England in the SB baby!!!
chc4
July 29th, 2011
2:33 pm
Drew Brees doesn’t get sacked? The Saints OL was nearly as good last year. Not sure how many sacks we have but the Falcons harassed him all game in both matchups last year. Falcons and Saints are about equal imo. Talking sh*t about the Saints being so much better just makes atlTiger a blowhard.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:33 pm
BTW….I have gotten to spend the past two days with Julio Jones…..He is a FREAK athlete! He is amazing!
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
2:33 pm
UGA 1999 and I Wonder you need to stop. You are really scaring the Saints fans right now.
chc4
July 29th, 2011
2:34 pm
Correction to above post — Saints OL was NOT nearly as good last year.
Kareem Ahn Shugar
July 29th, 2011
2:34 pm
I know what 1999 knows. News at eleven.
jamaal
July 29th, 2011
2:36 pm
BRENT GRIMES!!! IF we don’t resign GRIMES we’ve failed!
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:36 pm
UGA 1999: The things he did at the combine were phenominal.
chichi008
July 29th, 2011
2:36 pm
Something would have leaked by now UGA 1999 with twitter and the rest of the blog sights something should have emerged or will be emerging.
gregKennesaw
July 29th, 2011
2:38 pm
what about safety? we have 2 starters, and 1 backup who broke his ankle near the end of the season.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:38 pm
Test
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:39 pm
jamaal: I like Grimes but I’m not sure I’d consider it a fail if we don’t resign him. I believe we have a tender on him now so if someone matches that I believe we get a first rd pick. I’d take that.
I Wonder
July 29th, 2011
2:39 pm
There’s a lot of doubting Thomases on here. I don’t doubt Thomas (Dimitroff) and I don’t doubt 1999. You guys watch. He’s legit.
RAY EDWARDS FAN
July 29th, 2011
2:40 pm
Can you say WE DAT!!!!
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:41 pm
Wonder: I never doubt TD. In TD we trust.
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
2:41 pm
Chichi, nothing emerged with Edwards either…..
WE DAT RISE UP!!!
July 29th, 2011
2:41 pm
dirty birds ready to make a run!!1
slydog
July 29th, 2011
2:42 pm
kerry b,
No, Antonio Cromartie
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:42 pm
Chichi: That’s not true. DLedbetter tweeted that the Falcons were in hot pursuit of Edwards.
chc4
July 29th, 2011
2:43 pm
Grimes was on the radio this morning saying he expected to sign his 1 year tender and try to work out an extension later. There is no threat of losing him to another team. He’s not an unrestricted free agent.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
2:43 pm
There’s the difference between the Falcons and the Braves. Top-notch management.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:44 pm
chc4: That’s good news. I think Grimes is probably the scrappiest player in the game.
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
2:45 pm
Slydog, Oh. didn’t think about him. thanks
chc4
July 29th, 2011
2:46 pm
Jon — it’s not top notch management… it’s top notch OWNERSHIP. It’s not that Wren is bad, he just has serious salary constraints. The Phillies payroll is twice ours. So we shouldn’t hammer him too bad.
Get real guys
July 29th, 2011
2:47 pm
Im a falcon fan. but you guys are killing me. there is a salary cap in case you didnt know. Falcons had to cut anderson and jenkins to make room for edwards…. so do you really think they have asoumgma (spelling) $$$. He want to be highest paid corner EVER!!! and grimes is a R-FA … he even said this morning on 790 that he doesnt expect to re-up until later on in the season… sheesh… falcons make one pickup and all of a sudden they have $$ for Ronnie Brown, Asomough, dahl, and blalock?
as for this UGA 1999 guy….. you said that the falcons would sign a D-End and now you are adam schefter?
i talked to snelling last week and he told me he was leaving… see how easy that was……….uga 1999 if you want us to take you serious… you have to name a name… not just… “falcons will do something”
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:47 pm
great real guys….go back and read ALL of my posts then come back.
slydog
July 29th, 2011
2:48 pm
yeah 9 babies and counting. He needs to be castrated before he signs…lol
Anyhow, just heard a Saints reporter on the radio. He basically gave all the usual excuses: running game lack punched because Bush, injuries to the Oline and …Brees? Injuries to the WR’s and the secondary. In other words, the Falcons got lucky. Can you believe it?
seriously...
July 29th, 2011
2:48 pm
I can’t believe UGA 1999 has got all of you guys believing he know’s what’s going on. lol
Falcon Fan
July 29th, 2011
2:49 pm
Love it…..
GT Jacket
July 29th, 2011
2:49 pm
UGA 1999: Please tell me the Falcons did what the Spirit never could and found a way to get rid of Marvin Williams. That would be better news than us signing Nnamdi
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:50 pm
GT Jacket….sorry brother I have no intel on the Hawks.
Micheal
July 29th, 2011
2:51 pm
Atlanta Spirt Group and Liberty Media,
This is how you do it. You dont overpaid players or hog them because they might be the next best thing but not going to do anyway until 2-3 years from now. They should just sell their teams to ppl who wants them to be the team that can get to higher plane.
Oh UGA1999, so there is no harm to get us a clue about this. Besides if we do get a CB, would that make Grimes on the outside looking in?
Jon
July 29th, 2011
2:53 pm
chc4 : I know what you mean. When I said management I meant it as ownership and management – - front office if you will.
slydog
July 29th, 2011
2:54 pm
The Braves do not necessarily have salary constraints. Terry McGuirk, their CEO, is under a mandate by Liberty Media executives to produce a profit, just like any other subsidiary of a corporation. John Malone, Liberty’s CEO, is a multibillionaire who makes almost $100 mil a year. All the Braves (Terry McGuirk) have to do is simply ask to take on salary. They haven’t done that yet. Either they are starting to user more Sabermetrics or their not committed to winning it all this year. All the Astros want is Minor while Philly has to give up at least two players. Word is, Shuerholtz is holding the line.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:54 pm
Why do many of my posts keep getting blocked?
papason100
July 29th, 2011
2:54 pm
UGA1999 might be full of it but i have to give it to him, his posts this morning were all spot on. He said the falcons would make an announcement around 1pm and they did with the Edwards signing.. So lets just wait and see guys and gals
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:55 pm
Michael….I already told everyone at 10am this morning that he Falcons would announce the Edwards signing at 1pm. I was right on the money. Now everyone on here thinks I am a liar for some reason. Just watch ESPN tomorrow. I know EXACTLY what is going to happen.
ScubaSteve
July 29th, 2011
2:56 pm
lol @GT Jacket If only that Marvin news could possibly be true. Makes me sad to be a TarHeel.
Got ties to the Falcons, one thing about them is that the TD regime STRONGLY believes loose lips sink ships. Rumor mill hardly exists around here. I’ve heard only a faint whisper, and if UGA1999 has confirmation of this…well…buckle up.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
2:56 pm
UGA 1999: I’m having the same problem. Some of my posts aren’t posting. Not sure why.
nobody
July 29th, 2011
2:57 pm
Id gladly see Grimes go if we got Aso. I love grimes but Aso is best in the league.
Get real guys
July 29th, 2011
2:57 pm
UGA 1999 said there would be an announcement around 1?? wow…. cause i heard the same thing on 790 the zone this morning…
garbagepickup
July 29th, 2011
2:57 pm
UGA 1999 stop acting like a vagina and go ahead and tell us.
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
2:57 pm
lol they blocking uga 1999 post from leaking info
RJ Voorhees
July 29th, 2011
2:58 pm
@UGA 1999, Dude if you are right about everything, then ESPN should replace Adam Schfeller for you
Ricky red
July 29th, 2011
2:59 pm
If your not a falcons fan you really don’t need to say anything
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
2:59 pm
get Real Guys. go back and read again….I told you it would be Ray Edwards.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:00 pm
UGA 1999 did say it would be Edwards at 1:00PM.
Birrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrd Man
July 29th, 2011
3:02 pm
The Blank Bank money spent on Edwards should pay great dividends. I’m long the birds and never sell them short. TD had many options shoring up DE and WR positions; I think he made the right call.
Ino Tings
July 29th, 2011
3:02 pm
How do you like my new blog name? I used to be UGA 1999
Falconsrus
July 29th, 2011
3:02 pm
Thanks UGA 1999
Today is my birthday and just the chance we get AU is a good present .I went to Georgia southern but I love the Dawgs and Falcons GO Dawgs Falcons rise up TD is my hero
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
3:02 pm
I am still here.
David
July 29th, 2011
3:03 pm
@UGA 1999…..well, if you said this morning that there would be an announcement at 1 and giving us Ray Edwards name then……what is stopping you from giving us more details on a deal that is reportedly already done??
Gwinnett Fred
July 29th, 2011
3:04 pm
For all those that bashed TD for drafting a punter, that was another big part of getting this done. The kid from Miami will certainly earn less than the $3.25 million Tampa is paying Koenen.
OH YE OF LITTLE FAITH!!!!!!!!
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:04 pm
Schefter tweets that the Rams have signed Harvey Dahl to 4 yr deal. Good luck Harvey.
Micheal
July 29th, 2011
3:04 pm
UGA1999, I am not doubted you but just curious who is next, besides I know that Aso has a myserty team after him and Ray did get a lower contract then most ppl would know.
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
3:05 pm
Mike Johnson will fill in fine
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
3:06 pm
I keep getting blocked!
falconfever74
July 29th, 2011
3:06 pm
the only way i see us having any chance at asomugha is we trade duanta for a pick. to free up money
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:06 pm
UGA 1999 , your first post was at 1:50 PM…
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
3:06 pm
Jon…..go to the other thread….
Snelling Fan
July 29th, 2011
3:07 pm
1999 was on a different blog this morning.
olddawg
July 29th, 2011
3:07 pm
UGA1999 MMMMMMMMMMMMMMM Looks good in Red and Black sounds like Champ Bailey to me.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:08 pm
gotcha
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
3:08 pm
they deleted his post
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
3:08 pm
good luck to harvey dahl
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
3:09 pm
Ok guys I am about to have to head out for the day. I will talk to you guys on Monday and check in to see if you like the deals we did.
Remember our goal is to constantly put a strong product on the field and bring a championship to the city of Atlanta.
Nativebird
July 29th, 2011
3:11 pm
Love it. Best move in years for this franchise, right behind Matt Ryan, Mike Smith, and Arthur Blank going back up to the owners box.
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
3:11 pm
UGA 1999 on D Leds blog this morning at 9:52 you said that the deals were done with Ray Edwards and Asomugha. Are you still trying to say that?
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:11 pm
I like the fact that Arthur Blank is good friends with Kraft… makes for friendly but serious competition between the two.
falconfever74
July 29th, 2011
3:13 pm
this is matt ryans year to become one of the top 5 quarterbacks in the league we have all the players on offense
PMC
July 29th, 2011
3:16 pm
If he gets 8 or 10 sacks it will be a marked improvement over what we’ve trotted out on that side since Patrick Kerney.
Jamaal had 4.5 for his career. Biermann had 3 I think.
Yes sacks are overrated as a stat but 8-10 sacks with 25 pressures would be nice.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:16 pm
If UGA 1999 picks off the trade for Asomugha, he’s the real deal. That said, all the papers are saying the Cowboys will outbid any other team for him…
PMC
July 29th, 2011
3:17 pm
Harvey goes from helping build this young team to helping build another. Good luck in St Louis Harvey Dahl and thank you!
Jordan
July 29th, 2011
3:17 pm
http://isportsweb.com/2011/07/29/ray-edwards-signs-with-falcons/
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
3:17 pm
If Dahl is gone I won’t be that heart broken. I was kind of getting aggravated with his 15 yard penalties for hits when the play was over and stirring up fights.
Kerryb
July 29th, 2011
3:19 pm
Jon, Asomugha is a free agent. I guess he would have to weigh going to a train wreck that is Dallas or going to a SB contender here.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:22 pm
I agree with you that the Falcons are a better team in general… but I think the Cowboys are better than what we have seen recently.
D. Bell
July 29th, 2011
3:22 pm
Someone said Dahl and Snelling had signed up with Rams. Can we get a link to where you see that?
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
3:23 pm
Go get former Falcon Lawyer Milloy. He is a Veteran and we can get him for little or nothing.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:24 pm
Wade Phillips’ mess will be cleaned up by Jason Garrett, and Jerry’s money, pretty darn quickly.
D'HALL STILL SUX
July 29th, 2011
3:24 pm
DLedbetter, is this just another maybe like Noel Devine, or is this the real deal. If so, probably a great pick. The guy’s a monster.
Will help with John Abraham and that guy from Arkansas that never materilaized to anything…
papason100
July 29th, 2011
3:26 pm
that guy from Arkansas that never materialized to anything… That Player is named Jamaal Anderson and he was released today
Caleb
July 29th, 2011
3:30 pm
Michael Lombardi reporting that Nnamdi is choosing beetween Jets and Cowboys
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:31 pm
Yeah.. I think UGA 1999 missed this one…
Falcon Fanatic
July 29th, 2011
3:32 pm
Link on Dahl to Rams:
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/07/29/harvey-dahl-jumps-to-the-rams/
Rod from College Park
July 29th, 2011
3:33 pm
UGA 1999 for president. All of you non believers just check the old blog. He had the info before anyone had any clue that we would get Edwards. I’m riding with you UGA 1999.
blake
July 29th, 2011
3:34 pm
Is Nnamdi really that much better than Cromartie…… Im sure he will cost a lot more but i don’t know if the product on the field will really be any better.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:36 pm
Did UGA 1999 say specifically that the other one would be Asomugha?
hamp
July 29th, 2011
3:40 pm
what about grimes
Collin
July 29th, 2011
3:40 pm
He did say Asomugha, but honestly.. lets not get our hopes up on this. It would take a miracle, he would have to take a lot less money in order to play on a contender.
Snelling Fan
July 29th, 2011
3:40 pm
@Jon….He did.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:41 pm
Man… I just don’t see it…. but I hope I am wrong.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:41 pm
Lawyer Milloy? Where did that come from? D’Hall Still Sux check NFL network. Dahl signed with the Rams. Haven’t heard that about Snelling.
Which Cromartie are you talking about? If you’re talking about the one with the Jets? That won’t happen. He’s a head case and the Falcons won’t take him.
LombardiTrickedMe
July 29th, 2011
3:42 pm
Don’t believe UGA 1999 ever said Asomugha specifically. You’ll have to show me. I know a lot of us speculated it would be him but UGA 1999 never mentioned a name.
blake
July 29th, 2011
3:43 pm
yes the one with the jets…… the only issue he has is likely sex lol…. guess most men are head cases then
cromarte is gone
July 29th, 2011
3:44 pm
cromarte is in philly
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:45 pm
LombardiTrickedMe: He did say Asomugha specifically earlier today on another blog. Not this one. He originally said that the Falcons would announce Edwards and Asomugha at 1:00PM then he changed it and said they would announce Edwards at 1:00PM today and then they would announce two other big moves tomorrow at 2:00PM.
LombardiTrickedMe
July 29th, 2011
3:47 pm
Okay – if that’s true, I will be amazed. Jets just redid 4 contracts in order to get more cap room for Asomugha.
PS – anyone know the origin of my name? Very early Falcons history.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:47 pm
Antonio Cromartie is with the Jets. Rodgers-Cromartie was traded to the Eagles from the Cardinals. I was talking about Antonio Cromartie. He’s a UFA.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:48 pm
Lombardi: I’m not saying it’s gonna happen. UGA 1999 did. LOL I can’t see it unless some of our top players re-structure their contracts.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:49 pm
Having said that. Asomugha has said that it will take more than just money. He’s never played for a winning team and he wants to win.
LombardiTrickedMe
July 29th, 2011
3:52 pm
He does have a lot of $ already. That would be amazing and he would be loved by the ATL
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:53 pm
Lombardi: If that happens and they can keep Grimes and put Grimes at nickel. WOW!!!!!!!!
Jon
July 29th, 2011
3:54 pm
Good god man. Arthur, I promise you I will buy better season tickets if you get Asomugha! I SWEAR! : )
LombardiTrickedMe
July 29th, 2011
3:56 pm
That about sums it up! Perhaps the news impact UGA 1999 was talking about?
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
3:56 pm
Let’s not get our hopes up. I personally cannot fathom it unless some of the big players on the team re-structure and on top of that. None of the networks are including us. Only Dallas and the Jets.
Jon
July 29th, 2011
4:00 pm
I agree with DawgsnFalcons. Still, I am so excited about the direction we are going in.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
4:02 pm
Jon: Absolutely, even if it’s a load of bull mess just the Edwards pick up will change the look of our defense and that’s exciting.
Jay
July 29th, 2011
4:02 pm
lol, at dude saying he’s 1 for 1. He actually said the Falcons would sign both Edwards and Aso today and announce it at the 1 pm presser. So he’s actually 1 for 2 and a really bad miss on the Aso thing. He’s a troll looking for attn.
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
4:03 pm
Schefter just announced that the Boys resigned Marcus Spears therefore leaving less money for Asomugha. Wonder if that knocks them out?
Jeff
July 29th, 2011
4:05 pm
Minor detail, but is the meaning of the quote (last line in the story) “We all have a camp and we all have to make sure that we stay in line with it”
LombardiTrickedMe
July 29th, 2011
4:08 pm
We all have a “cap” and we all have to make …..
you have to speak DLedese to understand some of these articles.
Mave2124
July 29th, 2011
4:12 pm
JB back on the O-line, Grimes a long term deal and we are ready to rock. Sorry to see Snelling go…maybe Noel Devine would have been a good No. 3…
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
4:13 pm
Where did Snellings go? I have seen nothing about him leaving.
Jeff
July 29th, 2011
4:15 pm
d’oh
Matt
July 29th, 2011
4:17 pm
Snelling hasn’t gone anywhere yet!!! Still keeping my fingers crossed…bring him back!
Ackshun
July 29th, 2011
4:19 pm
Well I guess they figure a weak backfield doesn’t matter if the quarterback spend most of the game running for dear life…… It’s a gamble but whoever thought they would get within two games of a superbowl with the team they fielded last year? Not me! I smell CHAMPIONSHIP!!
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
4:22 pm
I’m out guys. Rise up!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jon
July 29th, 2011
4:22 pm
Later, DawgsnFalcons!
RB
July 29th, 2011
4:22 pm
Thomas D. (and the Falcons) know how to get things done! Please make our next signing Grimes. I enjoy watching Grimes play as much as anyone on this team. Grimes is a player!!
ctfalconfan
July 29th, 2011
4:24 pm
Thanks 74Viking for the comments. This my concern as well!!
Edwards played alongside TREMENDOUS TALENT in MN, the Williams brothers (not bros but) and Allen!!!
I hope he can motor here. He couldn’t to worse than what we have had on that side for the last several years..
falcons relax
July 29th, 2011
4:32 pm
I can’t even front. UGA1999 was talking about ray edwards. He also was talking about nnamdi though. He could just be lucky with it. Its not that hard to tell us going after ray edwards. But we’ll see. If hes hyping up another big splash then we’ll see. But d-led said blalock is the only one left to sign. I don’t know
Samuel
July 29th, 2011
4:34 pm
If the defense can set the pace early on this season. I feel we can be really competitive down the stretch. I’m liking Abe and Edwards together on those ends. While we rotate Beirman. I won’t be suprised if the Falcon’s bring in one more solid defensive player, to help shore up this defense.
EddieB
July 29th, 2011
4:38 pm
Where are you guys getting this news that either player(Dahl,Snelling)have decided to sign with the with NFL Network have even talked about it?Now Dahl is most like not be resigned,but Snelling is not a player i think the Bird let get away unless somebody over pays for him them i believe it is possible go out and trades M.Bush or Free Agent M.Barber.Go Bird!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Hey all you Birds Haters how about go bug your Team sites.Now the NFC South Fans here from other Teams Let Talk about our teams like men not jerks?Hey trully believe this year three teams make the playoffs Falcons,Staints,Tampa Bay and Carolina with a 8-8 or 9-7,but much improved team over last season.NFC East Eagles,NFC North Green Bay,NFC West St.Louis Rams.And i know some people will think wrong and may be,but quartback play in Chicago Bears make it if`s for them.And Dallas have done nothing since 2009 playoff lose look like a sinking ship.So till they play eight to ten games i`m not one of those guys or going to say look at their talent they are shoe in 2011 playoffs which don`t.
EddieB
July 29th, 2011
4:40 pm
which i don`t
Falcs
July 29th, 2011
4:51 pm
Great move if Edwards stays healthy……what scares me is he has the potential of a Bob Sanders….the potential to dominate on the field and also off in the rehab room!
Ken Strickland
July 29th, 2011
5:15 pm
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. WE ARE IN GOOD HANDS WITH TD AND SMITTY. Allow me to repeat, WE ARE IN DAMN GOOD HANDS WITH TD AND SMITTY. Hey AINT FANS, what do you have to say now? Last yr you could do no better than finish BEHIND us, and that was before we got our:
1-high octane #2 WR to go along with the NFL’s best WR and Probowl TE,
2-#2 premier pass rushing DE to go with our Probowl pass rushing DE,
3-change of pace RB.
Apparently, once REdwards and the Falcons agreed on a price, we cut the prerequisite players to get the cap space needed to sign him. Don’t be surprised to see us resign a cut player or 2. I can see a vastly improved pass rushing front 4 comprised of DE’s JAbraham & REdwards, and DT’s PJerry & JBabineaux.
This move takes the pressure off DE KBiermann and gives him another yr to develop before he eventually takes over when JAbraham departs. I expect to see us release another veteran or 2, so we can resign CB BGrimes and one of our remaining FA OG’s. I have no idea what to expect with FA RB JSnelling.
Hey BIG RAY and D3, are you still worried? GO FALCONS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Flo=Ri-Duh
July 29th, 2011
5:22 pm
Edwards is a average starter in the NFL222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222222mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
D. M.
July 29th, 2011
5:23 pm
I am a relatively new football fan, admittedly. However, I don’t think we really need Snelling. Anyone who disagrees should take a look at a youtube highlight video of Jaquizz Rodgers. He is a beast who brings some speed that the Falcons really need. Stealing him in the fifth round was perhaps Dimitroff’s greatest stroke of genius in this years draft.
sproles
July 29th, 2011
5:32 pm
hey kenny-edwards can’t touch this rb…..zzzzzzzzzzzzoom-td failcans lose again!
coleski
July 29th, 2011
5:35 pm
good move. hope the results are outstanding
D. M.
July 29th, 2011
5:37 pm
I am a relatively new football fan, admittedly. However, I don’t think we really need Snelling. Anyone who disagrees should take a look at a youtube highlight video of Jaquizz Rodgers. He is a beast who brings some speed that the Falcons really need. Stealing him in the fifth round was perhaps Dimitroff’s greatest stroke of genius in this years draft.
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
5:56 pm
The NFL network just reported that the Jets are out of the Asomugha sweepstakes. Could UGA 1999 be right?
Big Play
July 29th, 2011
5:57 pm
I wish the Braves were this aggressive
Collin
July 29th, 2011
5:59 pm
Very interesting the Jets saying they are out…. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm
The Falcons Get a New Big Play Ray, Ready to Rise Up Again » ATL Sports Junkie
July 29th, 2011
6:04 pm
[...] this afternoon, the Falcons pleasantly surprised me and other fans as they signed the top defensive end on the free agent market, Ray Edwards. The best part of the deal? They signed him to a 5 year [...]
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:06 pm
All the networks was saying that it was a 80% chance he would sign with the Jets. They said it was down to the Jets and the Cowboys but Adam Schefter said there was also a mystery team involved. Could it be the Falcons? UGA 1999 said it was and he was right about Edwards and said Edwards would be announced at 1:00 pm and he was. This guy actually hinted that he was inside the organization. I hope he turns out to be right.
Dont be silly
July 29th, 2011
6:07 pm
Falcons are NOT signing Asomugha. If we did it would be nice, but we are not in the race. Sounds like Dallas. Maybe Newman or someone else but I dont see it! Not to say TD is done dealing.
Josh B
July 29th, 2011
6:08 pm
Now they’re reporting that the Jets AND the Cowboys out of the running of Asomuga
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:10 pm
Now Michael Lombardi is saying it’s not the Cowboys and is probably a mystery team. HMMMM
BirdMan
July 29th, 2011
6:10 pm
Dallas and Jets Out !! oh my !!!!
BirdMan
July 29th, 2011
6:12 pm
It’s Authur Blank yall ! Nnami is coming here !
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:12 pm
Maybe UGA 1999 IS an insider.
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
6:12 pm
Told you.
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:13 pm
If Dimitroff lands Edwards and M in the game now.
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:13 pm
Lands Asomugha
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
6:13 pm
Breaking News: AsomughaJets pull out of Asomugha deal!
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:14 pm
UGA 1999 if this comes true I will be the first to say, YOU ARE THE MAN and will never doubt a post you post about the Falcons.
BirdMan
July 29th, 2011
6:14 pm
Now they are saying is the eagles !
Josh B
July 29th, 2011
6:15 pm
Eagles?
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:15 pm
To finish my post. If Dimitroff lands Edwards and Asomugha he is THE best GM in the game now.
BirdMan
July 29th, 2011
6:16 pm
No way! Not the eagles ! It’s the Falcons !
Collin
July 29th, 2011
6:16 pm
Nah screw the eagles
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
6:17 pm
They are saying Philly may get Asomugha. Your move Falcons! They can cover two receiver, but not 3. Go get R. Moss or another WR for cheap!!!!!!!!!!!!
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:18 pm
Well, I guess UGA 1999 has no clue as to what he is talking about.
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
6:20 pm
Running game will be sweet: 5 year/60 million for Asomugha.Eagles
Josh B
July 29th, 2011
6:20 pm
Signed to the Eagles 5 year/60million deal
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
6:20 pm
Asante Samuel folks. Geez.
chc4
July 29th, 2011
6:21 pm
Philly better get Asomugha…. Rodgers-Cromartie suuuuuuuuuuuuucks!
chichci
July 29th, 2011
6:22 pm
how could it be the eagles they just traded for Rodgers Cromartie and they have Asante Samuel?
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:22 pm
I don’t believe you said or was hinting at him. Now that you were wrong now you’re changing. You have no clue. Just trying to play us.
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
6:23 pm
damn eagles are set
chc4
July 29th, 2011
6:23 pm
I bet the release Samuel. Too expensive for a nickel back.
chichci
July 29th, 2011
6:23 pm
Wow its true ! Jeez the eagles are stacked
Dont be silly
July 29th, 2011
6:24 pm
eagles signed Asomugha done deal
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
6:25 pm
asante will be released or traded
Dont be silly
July 29th, 2011
6:25 pm
5 year 60 million
sproles
July 29th, 2011
6:25 pm
zzzzzzzzzzzzzzoom-another td for me!!!!…hey , why is edwards still on thr ground?
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:28 pm
They still don’t have as many weapons on offense as the Falcons do now and have an under size D-line. They may be tough in covering receivers but can’t stop RB’s or TE’s. They will put Asomugha on Roddy White. That battle should be good to watch. They will put Rogers-Cromarti on Jones and they were saying today that Rogers-Cromarti has been mostly inconsistent in his career.
chichci
July 29th, 2011
6:28 pm
UGA1999 I think its safe to say you where wrong!
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
6:29 pm
Get ready for a battle Week 2! Rise Up!
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:29 pm
Sproles, The Saints are now irrelevant in the NFC south
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:30 pm
I think the Falcons are probably not done. They still need a better corner.
Josh B
July 29th, 2011
6:30 pm
UGA 1999 was wrong but boy was he close
sproles
July 29th, 2011
6:31 pm
Sorry to sink your boat ole boy but the Saints are now the frontrunner in the NFC period.
chichci
July 29th, 2011
6:31 pm
Close my ass ! Put your pom poms away Josh B.
BirdMan
July 29th, 2011
6:33 pm
Can the Falcons get Sameuls ?!
BirdMan
July 29th, 2011
6:33 pm
Samuels
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:34 pm
Sproles, now that comment is the funniest thing I’ve heard all day.
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
6:34 pm
NFC rankings as of now…1.Eagles 2.Packers 3.Falcons 4.Saints 5.?
sproles
July 29th, 2011
6:35 pm
A better corner? what happened to the 57 mil $ man that was gonna put you in the Superbowl last year? I know – new year , now Edwards is the man that will do it right? Same old Falcons story just a new year to re-tell it with a new name
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:36 pm
Idiot, I’m talking opposite of him.
Josh B
July 29th, 2011
6:37 pm
The Eagles won’t be able to sign Desean Jackson if they sign Nnamdi, right?
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:37 pm
Have the Saints done anything about their ancient safeties that will be abused by White and Jones? No. They drafted a slow RB in the first round.
kerryb
July 29th, 2011
6:38 pm
Josh B, No. He’s now going to want 12 million dollars a year too. He’s going to remind him that he is the best player on that team.
Greg Moundine
July 29th, 2011
6:39 pm
Get your Popcorn Ready!!!
sproles
July 29th, 2011
6:40 pm
I must say old boy , thats quite an old list. If it makes your team look good though , re-read continuously!
sproles
July 29th, 2011
6:43 pm
Well old boy , as a matter of fact we have done something in that regard. You’ll have to investigate for yourself as I did. Good show on the “idiot” word. Most Democrats use that when they have no argument.
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July 29th, 2011
7:00 pm
[...] bell with him [4] Call It: Best DE fit for Falcons [5] Report: Ray Edwards ticketed for Eagles [6] Falcons agree to 5-year deal with DE Ray Edwards [7] Vikings losing Ray Edwards to Atlanta [8] Is Ray Edwards bound for [...]
falconfever74
July 29th, 2011
7:17 pm
uga 1999 did say a dark horse would get him. but he also said ti would be the falcons. even if they release samuels we dont have the money to get him. or the trade cmmodities to trade for him
boilerup
July 29th, 2011
7:20 pm
Boiler Up!!!!
falconfever74
July 29th, 2011
7:20 pm
yeah and sproles a conservative still tries to live life like a cave man. like your doing talking about a saints team who has done one thing in its years of exisistence. if u want to talk about the past which u conservatives are always dwelling on. . . .where’s your paper bag!
falconfever74
July 29th, 2011
7:24 pm
and you have the nerve to say same old falcons. wow!
falconfever74
July 29th, 2011
7:27 pm
uga 1999 had me for 1 minute when they said jets and cowboys are out and a dark horse is in it. good one uga 1999
Bartkowski
July 29th, 2011
7:42 pm
it’s a great start to reloading for this season, but more to do yet
Flo=Ri-Duh
July 29th, 2011
8:01 pm
Dahl will sign with the Rams . O-line will be the top priority
Saints Fans 'R US
July 29th, 2011
8:12 pm
Hey, that um Ray Edwards signing wasn’t all that good ya know. I mean, he only had eight sacks last season so he’s um, not that good. NO really, you Falcon fans got screwed. Seriously. NO really.
We’re not scared at all. Um…does anybody know where we can get new health insurance for Drew Brees?
Ramon
July 29th, 2011
8:22 pm
I wish the Falcons could trade for Champ Bailey, and move him to the safety position.
SeenThisB4
July 29th, 2011
8:33 pm
No NFC South team has ever won the Division in back to back seasons, and that won’t change this year either!!!
GEAUX SAINTS!!!!
Ramon
July 29th, 2011
8:34 pm
Seen, don’t have to win the Division to win the Super Bowl.
SeenThisB4
July 29th, 2011
8:43 pm
I hear ya Ramon, But it sure is an easier task when you’re a one seed. Of course being a one seed doesn’t always guarantee a trip to the Super Bowl, but then you guys are experts in that department.
Freddie G
July 29th, 2011
8:49 pm
I am surprised that Jenkins was released, I hope they will bring him back at a lower salary. Except for Roddy none of the others are experienced. Thomas is aware of this and will bring an expeienced receiver in if Jenks does not return.
J.J.M.
July 29th, 2011
9:08 pm
why nfl network dont show what the falcons have done?
DawgsnFalcons
July 29th, 2011
9:12 pm
I guess UGA 1999 didn’t know what he was talking about after all. Asomugha goes to the Eagles.
garcia
July 29th, 2011
9:21 pm
I don’t recall UGA1999 saying that we were going to sign NA. He wrote that we will be the talk of the national media this weekend and that we were going to sign two more FA’s- one on offense and one on defense.
The Ray Edwards signing is big and if that is all TD does (besides re-signing our top FA’s), then I am OK with the offseason. Ideally, we will add a DB that can help us at the NB position.
FalconsFan284
July 29th, 2011
9:49 pm
falconforever—-Conservatives talk about the past while Liberals talk about a world that can never be. In fact, throughout History it has been Conservatives that have made real change happen, while Liberals sit on their asses and talk about it. Just look at the moron in the White House if you need some real world evidence. Why not list that idiots accomplishments without using his skin color or Bin Laden?
SEEN—–Your Taints have done nothing this offseason but resign a few players that helped you lose to the Seahawks. The biggest threat to the Falcons is in Tampa Bay. At least they are a team the has some depth. With your 20+ free agents the Taints depth can be found at the bottom of a glass called yesterday!
Real American
July 29th, 2011
10:17 pm
FalconsFan284…which must be your IQ….The Falcons go up against an elite team and fold like cheap chairs every single year. You act like there is some storied history. LOL
Falcon's D-Back
July 29th, 2011
10:31 pm
uhhhh…Defensive backs? anyone? Please.
Tdawg
July 29th, 2011
10:50 pm
UGA 1999 did say we already had a deal for NA….it was in a previous blog….he was wrong, just got lucky with the Ray Edwards signing. He is like a phsycic, who says “you have a sibling, I recall a letter A”.
Tdawg
July 29th, 2011
10:52 pm
I say we should pursue Nate Clemons, good corner who was over paid in SF and we could get good value now that he was released.
Threadkiller
July 29th, 2011
11:07 pm
When we played the Niners..Didn’t we beat Clemons like a 4 year old at KMart??
FalconsFan284
July 29th, 2011
11:20 pm
Real American—–You are aware, of course, that an IQ of 284 would be higher than Einstein’s, right? It’s sad that you stupid Taints fans come here and try to espouse some superiority while also looking like fools. If I were you, I would concentrate on the over abundance of free agents your depleted team has and see how they resign all of them before I would come here and run down the Falcons.
It’s true, the Falcons don’t have a storied History and neither do the Taints! Well, unless you consider being the first major sports franchise to have fans showing up with paper bags over their heads, as is part of the Taints History.
What you’re missing is that this is the possible start of Atlanta’s story. While we have already SEEN the beginning of the end to the Taints title run.
tylanta99
July 29th, 2011
11:29 pm
I think our defensive backs are good. Now since we have another pass rusher it will take a lot if stress of our backs. I would like to see us get one more veteran tall receiver, since Jenkins is gone.
distracted
July 29th, 2011
11:49 pm
@uga1999
F&$% You
http://aol.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2011-07-29/after-claiming-biggest-free-agent-prize-eagles-can-pursue-biggest-trophy
SaintsFan284
July 30th, 2011
12:31 am
It seems as if we have signed or replaced all but 2 FF284. Now who’s talking out of their arse? Correct- it would be you. Same Falcant story , different year. First it was Matty melt then it was Turner then it was Robinson and now it’s Edwards and guess what. You ain’t going to the big game this year either. Are you really that stupid where you can’t put it together? Talk about storied history , look at your team too goofball. Your own Qb flips off the fans in the Dome. Coaches quitting in mid-season. Players arrested for drugs and killing animals. No Superbowl wins . 0-2 in the playoffs for the so called greatest team in recent NFL history. Coaches taking cheap swings at opposing players. You really need to stop yourself , get a real life and try not to be such a moron. Yeah , good luck on that one.
SaintsFan284
July 30th, 2011
12:35 am
P.S. Saints will win the NFC south with Tampa a close second and the Falcants at 8-8 and I’m being very generous to you. The Saints and the Packers showed everyone how to stomp a mud hole in your butts last year ans all teams watch film.
D man
July 30th, 2011
12:50 am
Falcons will win the division AGAIN this year too.
Brent
July 30th, 2011
2:35 am
Ledbetter, I don’t get everything I am hearing in the media about how they don’t think Edwards will be that good in ATL because he benefited from the Vikings line…
Correct me if I am wrong
John Abraham had more sacks then Allen 2 out of the last 3 years…WITHOUT two of the top 10 DT in the league… WITHOUT a pass rushing end to compliment him. Abraham had more sacks last year than any othe DE. The most sacks the DE opposite JA55 has had? Jamaal Anderson – 2, Kroy Biermann – 5 (the year JA55 was hurt, only 3 last year), Chauncey Davis – 4 (that was 3 years ago he has gotten 1 sack the last two years). So, our second best pass rusher got 3 sacks. Now I know sacks aren’t the only thing a DE does, but most agree that Edwards is pretty solid against the run.
Now, are you telling me that with a DE who is a better pass rusher than Allen and DT who are pretty good (but not quite as good as the Williams) that Edwards isn’t going to be able to get ATL at least 4 sacks?
He is a huge leap above what ATL has had the last 5 years. Atlanta’s line is not as weak as the media (not you Orlando) would have you believe. They aren’t the Vikings line from 2-4 years ago, but they just got a whole lot better. This was the best fit for Edwards because he will benefit from having 3 very good players beside him…The Falcons aren’t asking him to be the man… they are just asking him to do exactly what he did in MN which was offer a deterant for teams who double the other pass rusher. I don’t see how it is going to be any different here for him and why we can’t expect at least as much as he did in MN.
SaintsFansAreFunny
July 30th, 2011
2:56 am
P.S. The Saints lost to the worst team in the history of the NFL playoffs. They will be swept by either the Falcons or the Bucs this year and split with the other leaving them in 3rd place in the division. The Saints are the only team in the NFC South on the way down while every other team is on their way up. Say hello to the Panthers when they pass you on your way down. Saints live off their past success while the rest of the league passes you by. It amazes me how their fans can talk about the Falcons being one and done when they lost to the Super Bowl Champions when their team lost to the worst team in the history of the NFL Playoffs. That is one of the funniest and yet saddest things I have ever seen.
FalconsFan284
July 30th, 2011
3:10 am
Taintsfan—–First of all, I mentioned that neither team had a storied History or are you just not smart enough to understand what you read? Secondly, the Taints haven’t signed all but two of their free agents. Whatever comic book passes for a news paper in the Big Sleazy should really attempt to keep you informed. With the loss of the Taints depth I’m looking for them to challenge Carolina for fourth in the division.
FalconsFan284
July 30th, 2011
3:28 am
RealAmerican, Taintsfan, hiram, Seen—–Or whatever name your dumb ass will go by next—–ESPN still have the Taints as needing to sign 21 of their free agents. That’s a far cry from the 2 you think. Hell Carl Nicks hasn’t signed yet and neither has Darren Sharper. Now they may end up back with the rest of the sewage in the toilet bowl known as the Superdome but they haven’t signed yet and the list had been updated as of 10:24PM on July 29, 2011.
OHIOdirtybird!!!!
July 30th, 2011
4:05 am
Personally I’m happy with the Edwards pick up, Not only do I think it is an upgrade for the pass rush but I think it will help out the secondary/overall defense as well……Now for all the people that say we “need” a corner, I don’t totally agree but if we were too jump on somebody I would prefer Asante assuming Philly will let him go. I’m a fan of Nate Clements(not Clemond) but Asante Samuel is a lil younger and has a more impressive resume.
All in all though I am happy with what TD and co. have got taken care of but I would be MUCH more happy if we could get Snelling sealed away. Either way it’s should certainly be a exciting season, GO FALCONS!!!!!………O yeah……FK the saints!!!!
DawgsnFalcons
July 30th, 2011
8:03 am
UGA 1999: Specifically named NA in a previous blog. He originally said that the falcons would sign Edwards and Asomugha and announce at 1:00PM then he said that it would only be Edwards at 1:00 and today at 2:00PM there would be an announcement for two more major moves by the Falcons. However, he did say that a deal for NA was done.
SaintsFan284
July 30th, 2011
8:32 am
Signed OR REPLACED all but 2. Now who can’t read? I don’t think you could make a beer fart in a whirlwind your so dumb. To bad we can’t make bets on here because as the Saints have owned your sorry team for the past 5 years , I’d own your sorry existance also. At the end of the season it will be the same old , same old- next year if we can sign that one more piece , we’re going to the Superbowl. guess what- it ain’t gonna happen and heres why. A team is a team and what you have is a bunch of individuals. Good job on pirating my name , imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and jealousy!
Ken Strickland
July 30th, 2011
8:52 am
To all of you AINT FANATICS. The AINTS have an NFL high 28 UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS that have to be dealt with just so you can keep from getting worse. What we’ve done will definitely help us get better. CAN YOU SAY YOU’VE DONE ANYTHING TO HELP YOUR BELOVED AINTS IMPROVE UPON YOUR 2ND PLACE FINISH IN THE NFC SOUTH DIVISION?
I hope your delusional mentalities don’t have you thinking signing Sproales to replace RBush, or resigning Bushrod are improvements. Please tell us poor but definitely improving Falcon fans what the AINTS have done, or intend to do to get better. The Falcons have signed all of their draft picks and have only 3 unsigned FA’s.
Please answer the following questions AINT FANS:
1-How many draft picks have your BELOVED AINTS signed?
2-How many of your FA’s have you signed?
3-How many of your FA’s remain unsigned?
4-Do you think Sproales is an upgrade over RBush?
5-Do you think a move has been made that improves the team, and if so what is that move?
The best your BELOVED AINTS could do last yr was finish 2nd in the NFC South Division, behind the Falcons, and split the seasson series. And that was before we upgraded our OFF by getting a bigger, faster, more athletic #2 WR in JJones, a change of pace RB in JRogers, and a 2nd pass rushing DE in REdwards.
The Falcons have made moves that will definitely make them better, so what have you done to get better? So far, it appears you haven’t done enough to keep from getting worse.
Testiclese
July 30th, 2011
8:56 am
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
10:07 am
EDWARDS AND ASOMUGHA ARE NEW FALCONS!
UGA 1999
July 29th, 2011
10:09 am
DawnsnFalcons….sorry dude the deal was done last night.
Testiclese
July 30th, 2011
9:10 am
1999 also said that all eyes would be on Atlanta on Monday after our FA signings.
I think he meant Phillie.
Ken Strickland
July 30th, 2011
9:26 am
Let’s face it AINT FANS, the AINTS are now paying the price for their decision to rebuild through FA and trading away draft picks to acquire veterans players. The end result has injuries and age taking their toll. And don’t forget AINT FANS, your entire team is just an injury to QB DBrees away from total collapse.
And that sorry excuse for a DEF can’t carry itself, let alone carry a wounded OFF.
falconfever74
July 30th, 2011
9:30 am
falconsfan284: i am not going to turn this to a political debate, this is a sports blog. just going to say i am liberal minded but i am a political independent. And it saddens me to see that our once mighty country will never be that again, because of its people. we as americans are more concerned about getting our point across instead of coming together as a unit and once again making us a great power. democracy is great and there is nothing like it, but like everything else that exits it has its flaw as well and that flaw just happens to have been whats screwing us up. . . . SEGRAGATION. sorry fellow sports bloggers got off the subject just passionate about my country and its people.
SaintsFan284
July 30th, 2011
9:50 am
Oh Ken-Trading away draft picks????? Now who did that this year? At least do some research first and get your own answers. How dreadful it must be to be uninformed. If you care so much about what the Saints have done , find out for yourself. I keep up with my team as well as yours then I make observations, Though they may be skewed towards my team at least I educate myself on both teams. Denial will only lead to embarassment and dejection as it did last year. Our loss wasn’t so bad because we didn’t pretend like the Falcants did. Thats why the emasculation done to the Falcants by the Packers stung so hard.
Jon
July 30th, 2011
10:19 am
i knew UGA 1999 was full of it. He loved all the attention y’all showered him with… his moment of glory. LOL
Saints Fan
July 30th, 2011
10:52 am
“Our loss wasn’t so bad because we didn’t pretend like the Falcants did” Spoken like a loser. True dat.
hiramsaint
July 30th, 2011
10:56 am
@ kenny- our d was ranked #4 last year. what does that say about the failcans #16. you are dumb kenny but do you expect me to believe you can’t read? dt, lb’s, cb’s, ss-yeah , we’ve done nothing for our d plus ingram signed this morning and we have sproales who in paytons O will be able to do what bush couldn’t or wouldn’t -run through straight ahead. man we’re gonna be rough on y’all this year. seems to me you are the ones who traded draft picks while we bolstered our #4 d. what did you do for your d- get one de? yeah that surely will propel you to the sb this year just like every big name you;ve signed has done so far.-NOT
drmondo
July 30th, 2011
11:10 am
Unsigned Saints as of 7/30/11 11am
Ayodele, Remi
Betts, Ladell
Charleston, Jeff
Evans, Heath
Giordano, Matt
Goodwin, Jonathan
Hargrove, Anthony
Hartley, Garrett
Humphrey, Tory
Jones, Julius
Mitchell, Marvin
Mitchell, Kawika
Nicks, Carl
Roby, Courtney
Sharper, Darren
Strief, Zach
Thomas, David
Waters, Anthony
Wilkerson, Jimmy
Wynn, DeShawn
Young, Usama
BOOGIES THE MAN FROM HARTWELL GA
July 30th, 2011
11:25 am
IN MICHAEL ‘THE LIER’S’ SECOND BOOK HE WILL TELL THE TRUTH ABOUT BEING A DOG KILLER, DOPER, DRUNK AND A ‘DON’T GIVE A DAMN TEAM PLAYER’…
WILL BE A BEST SELLER.
Steve
July 30th, 2011
11:33 am
Anybody else notice the disappearing act of UGA 1999 after Asomugha signed with the eagles?
Ken Strickland
July 30th, 2011
12:38 pm
HIRAMAINT/AINTSFAN284-Let’s see how dumb I am and how little research I do.
1-Your BELOVED AINTS were the 2010 defending NFC South and Superbowl champions, and entered the 2010 playoffs as a wildcard team. Your 1st opponent was a team that randed 31st in rushing OFF, 19th in passing OFF, 28th in total OFF, and they ranked 25th in total DEF.
Tell me AINT FANS
hiramsaint
July 30th, 2011
12:50 pm
yep your pretty dumb kenny- now answer your own questions. if you are afraid of the answers then maybe you shouldn’t ask scary questions. last year all i heard from you was “the past is over -what have you done now?’ tell me ken what has your #16 ranked d done to get better? one de? is that it? is that what will put you over the edge this year? it was robinson last year and turner before that and ryan before that and so on and so on and all you really have is NO playoff wins and an 80 % losing record to the saints over the past 5 years.
FalconsFan284
July 30th, 2011
1:02 pm
hiram—-Tisk, tisk. If you had been paying attention you would know that Atlanta has addressed their defense and far beyond the signing of one defensive end. How, you ask? Simply put, the Falcons have managed to keep their depth in tact. They haven’t lost valuable players through free agency or through the organizations inability to look beyond one or two seasons. No, the Falcons have been methodically working towards becoming a better overall team. While your Taints seem to be looking at everything in a vaccuum, just as you are doing.
“We ranked fourth in defense last year and therefore we should be even better this year,” you say. But the facts of the Taints situation is quite different than what you are making them out to be. First of all, there is a really good chance the Taunts will be starting up to five different players eitheron defense or in different spots on that defense, including an unproven rookie and a corner they want to see play safety. Secondly, there is the issue of depth. Depth, or the lack thereof, is what really killed the Taints last season. What little depth your team did have is being taken from you this season. You don’t exactly replace those guys with 20 undrafted free agents and then get to claim how much better they will be. The world just doesn’t work like that!
Taintsfan284—–Saying the Taints have replaced all but two of their veteran free agents with 20 undrafted rookies doesn’t actually mean your Taints have done a great job. I would argue it means just the opposite. Sorry if you just aren’t smart enough to argue with the people that understand the difference.
Ken Strickland
July 30th, 2011
1:09 pm
HIRAMAINT/AINTSFAN284-So you think I’m dumb and don’t do any research. Well, let’s look at the facts. The Seattle Seahawks ranked:
1-19th in PASSING OFF,
2-31st in rushing OFF,
3-28th in overall OFF.
Yet, with all of that offensive futility, they managed to score 41pts against your 4th ranked DEF. CAN ANY OF YOU EXPLAIN THAT EMBARRASMENT?
Your BELOVED AINTS 6th ranked OFF couldn’t outscore the Seahawks 28th ranked OFF. Your vaunted 4th ranked DEF couldn’t stop an OFF that ranked 31st in RUSHING OFF, 19TH in PASSING OFF, and 28TH in TOTAL OFF.
The Falcons lost to the eventual Superbowl Champion Packers, who had the NFL’s 9th best OFF. If you call what they did to us emasculating, then what Seattle did to you amounted to a total SEX CHANGE. To say, “OUR LOSS WASN’T SO BAD BECAUSE WE DIDN’T PRETEND LIKE THE FALCANTS DID”, to avoid dealing with the reality of what happen to their team in the playoffs, is as DUMB AND DELUSIONAL as saying HURRICANE KATRINA was just a GENTLE BREEZE.
Von Trapp
July 30th, 2011
1:10 pm
Das Edwards vill help das defense greatly das years
hiramsaint
July 30th, 2011
1:16 pm
@ 284- if you have a d that the saints and the packers exploited in your own house and you kept them , then how are they better? no up grade except a d.e.? don’t you think otherteams will take saint and packer film , and exploit your #16 d even further? it is so clear a blind man can see it. we have a new d.t.-lbs’ cb’s and so on and now with a new and explosive running game to go with our awesome pass attack , the failcans will only be able to battle with the bucs for #2 . the nfc south was won by us in the draft in f/a and soon on the field. face it , the failcans have been post season losers and now their opportunity has been squandered. the nfl wants legit team in the post season and that team is the saints
Caleb
July 30th, 2011
1:19 pm
Ok guys, enough arguing, the Saints and the Falcons both have there weaknesses, and both have there strength. It will come down to who wins on the field, please just stop arguing
hiramsaint
July 30th, 2011
1:22 pm
caleb- do we know you? we’ve been arguing for two years and we’re suppose to stop ’cause you say so? go shine my daddies shoes newbie. this is what we do- what we’ve done and what we will continue to do . don’t like it?-go somewhere else
Caleb
July 30th, 2011
1:25 pm
Heu im not here to step on any ones shoes. But yall can argue if ya want to. Im just saying that they both are strong and weak and i asked you. Didnt tell you to
Reality Check
July 30th, 2011
2:06 pm
The Eagles have owned the Falcons before all the pick ups the Eagles have made…………….
Just saying
hiramsaint
July 30th, 2011
2:11 pm
any team in the playoffs have owned the failcans
Huh?
July 30th, 2011
2:20 pm
So, UGA 1999 where’s the “announcement”?
bgfalcon
July 30th, 2011
2:40 pm
^^^ he was playing us lol
DawgsnFalcons
July 30th, 2011
3:22 pm
2:00PM has come and gone. Where are my other two huge moves?
UG[sic]A1999
July 30th, 2011
3:35 pm
Breaking News!! Both Matt Ryan and Curtis Lofton took massive bowel movements at 2:00 pm today. Look for an article from d-led about these huge offensive and defensive splashes.
hiramsaint
July 30th, 2011
4:12 pm
now that was funny!
Greg Moundine
July 30th, 2011
4:45 pm
Eagles just signed Cullen Jenkins! Falcons, let’s not forget We play Eagles our first game at home! Go get get Moss, TO, someone. We need explosiveness! We must counter. To tell you the truth, I only see one move by Falcons and that is Edwards.
Greg Moundine
July 30th, 2011
4:53 pm
Hell, get in the game with Burress!
Huh?
July 30th, 2011
5:04 pm
1999 played us like a worn out sock…
Greg Moundine
July 30th, 2011
5:10 pm
now they are saying Burress o Eagles possibility
Greg Moundine
July 30th, 2011
5:12 pm
They putting together a N.Y. Yankees team, but will be like Washington Redskins
Von Trapp
July 30th, 2011
6:17 pm
Caleb
I agree with you as das posters take das game way too serious. Ve will find das answers on das field. Ve will have a great Falcons season das year, in mine opinions
Bobby Petrino
July 30th, 2011
6:25 pm
“Things that I wanted to go over with him,” Blank said. “It’s more me understanding and making sure I’m clear on his logic.”
SeenThisB4
July 30th, 2011
6:38 pm
Didn’t the Eagles Kick the Falcan’ts ass last year? 31-17? Might be 62-17 this year. I guess falcan’t fans will start leaving by the end of the first quarter, assumming they have even arrived by then.
KQuark
July 30th, 2011
7:18 pm
Yup called it yesterday when they dropped Anderson.
Ken Strickland
July 30th, 2011
7:33 pm
I’m looking to hear something on Monday about the status of us resigning CB BGrimes, OG JBlalock and RB JSnelling. We’ve been hearing rumors about Snelling signing elsewhere, but nothing about Grimes or Blalock, which is a very good sign. I don’t seee us letting Blalock go because replacing both he and Dahl would seriously deplete our OL depth and experience.
I believe that resigning Blalock and moving him to the R-side, along with replacing him on the L-side with MJohnson, would be an overall OL upgrade. Blalock and Clabo would add some serious size, strength and run blocking power on our strong side. Adding MJohnson, who’s probably quicker, faster, more athletic, and a better pass blocker than Blalock, would be an improvement in our pass protection on the weakside.
I also believe HDahl signed so quickly with St Louis because he was informed that the Falcons made resigning Blalock the bigger priority. That, and the fact Blalock hasn’t been linked with any other team, is why I’m convinced we’ll resign Blalock. I feel the same holds true for CB BGrimes as well. If RB JSnelling is to return as a Falcon, he’ll have to accept a less than market value contract.
Dahl signing with the Rams will give us a decent supplemental draft pick next yr.
SaintsFansAreFunny
July 31st, 2011
1:14 am
Hmmm… my posts won’t post
SaintsFansAreFunny
July 31st, 2011
1:58 am
For some reason, this site won’t let me post a list. Anyway, I just wanted to say that the Saints were not the #4 defense in the NFL last year. They were #4 in Total Net Yards, which is a pretty meaningless stat in Football. The most important job of the defense is to stop the other team from scoring points. The only stat that matters is Points Allowed. The Falcons defense held offenses to the 5th fewest points in the NFL. That is better than the Jets and the Saints. The Saints are the 7th ranked defense in the NFL, not the 4th. All that means is it took teams fewer yards to score MORE points against the Saints. Seriously the media has no clue how good the Falcons defense is. All I hear are negative comments about them, but they did their job better than 27 other teams in the NFL.
SaintsFansAreFunny
July 31st, 2011
2:04 am
If you are not certain that Points Allowed is the most important stat for an NFL defense, 8 of the top 10 teams are playoff teams. The number 1 and 2 ranked teams played in the super bowl. Despite what the media, Saints fans and (sadly) most Falcon fans believe, they had a really good defense last year. They played a bend but don’t break style defense to get the most out of the players they had which is why the allowed more yards. However, I don’t care if offenses gain 900 yards against our defense as long as they don’t score. As I said before, all this shows is that it took teams a lot less yards to score more points on the Saints than it did the Falcons. That is not something to brag about.