Bradley’s Buzz: The Falcons look down on the Patriots
This is a clip-and-save moment: The Falcons head to New England ranked ahead — repeat, ahead — of the Patriots. And that’s not a minority opinion. It’s nigh-unanimous.
Don Banks of SI.com has the Falcons No. 7 to the Patriots’ No. 9 in his power rankings. Adrian Hasenmayer of FoxSports has the Falcons No. 3 — No. 3! — to New England’s No. 8, and so does Pete Prisco of CBSsports.com, who covered the Falcons’ game against Carolina.
ESPN.com has the Falcons No. 4 to the Pats’ No. 10 in its overall survey. Diving deeper, we note that all four of ESPN’s participating analysts have the Falcons ahead of New England, and Paul Kuharsky has them No. 2 overall — No. 2! — behind the Giants.
And then we move to NFL.com, where seven of eight experts have the Falcons ranked ahead of New England. Pat Kirwan and Joe Theismann have them No. 3, which is the high. The low comes from Michael Lombardi, who has the Falcons No. 11 to the Pats’ No. 5.
Seeing as how the NFL named a trophy after Michael Lombardi, I guess he knows a bit about football. But I think I’d have the Birds in my top 10. Just saying.
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Eric P.
September 24th, 2009
12:35 am
First
Eric P.
September 24th, 2009
12:36 am
Back in ‘98, Falcons went to Foxboro and won 41-10 on their way to the Super Bowl. Look for the same treatment Sunday. Go Birds!
Singletary
September 24th, 2009
12:41 am
We haven’t earned it until we’ve won it. Go Falcs!!
As an aside, I heard from several friends and family in the Boston area that after Brady went down — and even though Cassel is very good — there was at least one screen devoted to Ice if he was playing that day. Those folks do love their BC.
Whopper Dawg
September 24th, 2009
1:39 am
Yeah, all that is well and good and we are trying to get to +500 for the FIRST time. Vegas has us 4.5 dogs and that may be a little light, can you say Houston/Moss match up?
Ostrich Racer
September 24th, 2009
1:57 am
Bad week to fly north -
Brady gets his mojo back.
Twelve and four this year.
JTH
September 24th, 2009
2:10 am
Falcons 33-17
Heath
September 24th, 2009
2:46 am
The bloom is off the rose for NE. Now that they can’t cheat and steal the other team’s plays they resemble a circus act more than a football team.
Dr. Warren
September 24th, 2009
4:26 am
Power Rankings are made more on whim and instinct than close examination. It’s been two games. The Falcons just lost a big stopper-whopper in the middle for the season–Jerry. The defense already looked liquid against the Panthers. Let’s not curse them with praise just yet, MB.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
5:36 am
Mike Vick makes his return to the NFL. Now thats some real news
midnite
September 24th, 2009
6:42 am
Playing to the extremist bloggers blew up in your face didn’t it? By the way how was your crow? I think you missed a spot of egg on your face. LMAO
NorthWonTheWar
September 24th, 2009
6:43 am
Stupid comment Heath. The Falcons had a dog killer on the payroll and you’re crticizing the Patriots for a silly little camera.
Your D is gonna get crushed by Brady & Co.
BL
September 24th, 2009
7:08 am
I do think Moss and the NE passing game represents some real issues for our secondary. Having said that, NE isn’t exactly stifling anybody witht that rebuilt defense of theirs. Assuming our offense looks one step ahead of theirs right now, I say The Birds fly in a squeaker 31-28.
BigDawg63
September 24th, 2009
7:10 am
Hey Vick Supporter,
Aren’t you on the wrong site. You should be on Philly’s site carrying his jock strap,,,Right???
Go Falcons!!!
DJ
September 24th, 2009
7:10 am
The Pats will be singing the same tune as the Panthers. Yes, they will finally score a touchdown, the locker room will be happy they played better, but on Monday they will be wondering how and why they lost.
BigDawg63
September 24th, 2009
7:23 am
Just my opinion, but I beleive the Falcons have too many weapons to defend.
Falcons win 27-14.
The Ghost Of Norm Van Brocklin
September 24th, 2009
7:37 am
Personally, I like the old uniforms better. The red helmets. Plus, the new jerseys look too much like cheaply designed bowling shirts.
Just my opinion.
Mike Vick Fan Club
September 24th, 2009
7:40 am
You rednecks keep buying ammo and hunting deer and getting beer bellies. We will keep buying our MV 7 jerseys. MV 7 forver!
now that's funny
September 24th, 2009
7:58 am
This is going to be our coming out party. Matty Ice outduels Tommy B in his home stadium.Go Falcons.
Ed-Covington
September 24th, 2009
7:58 am
GO BIRDS!!!
Nice to know that Leavenworth didn’t crush mv7’s ego. Now he claims to be the “originator” of the “Wildcat”. Puhleeeeease…!
Gravy Train
September 24th, 2009
8:25 am
It’s awfully hard to go against Tom Terrific and Randy Moss. The Pats have a retooled D, the same as the Falcons. My heart wants to say the Falcons win a close one unless Welker plays. N.E. has too many offensive weapons if that’s the case and my gut says the downward trend magnifies for BVG and company. I don’t see anyone on the Falcons roster who can cover Moss in man, so that means he’s doubled. That leaves Welker and Watson free in the middle. I like Matty Ice a lot, but Tom Terrific is still the man.
Nativebird
September 24th, 2009
8:26 am
Never take these Pats lightly…that said, our birds really have a chance this week to make the preverbial “statement” to the league. Let’s hope they avoid being the Falcons of old and consolidate their earnings to date and not go out and give their critics the chance to continue the “same old Falcons” routine. It doesn’t matter how, but as the once-great Al Davis famously said, “Just Win Baby”.
humble(1)
September 24th, 2009
8:26 am
Looking forward to a great game Sunday. I think it could be a shootout with the score being 35-30. Both teams have the chance to be in 30s. We have to be able to get Turner going so that we an control the ball and the clock. I’m concerned that our pass rush is such that Brady will have time to pick us apart, so ball control is going to be key for us to win.
3-0 baby, lets go Falcons!
Dean
September 24th, 2009
8:33 am
3-0 sounds pretty good down here. Then if ATL wins their next game, 4-0 doesn’t mean squat. Ask the Detroit Lions. “Another One Bites the Dust” was their theme. They were 4-0 coming in. They bit the dust when they left ATL 4-1. Missed the playoffs.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
8:34 am
The Great Mike Vick Has Returned
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
8:35 am
December 6th is the day…………
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
8:39 am
Pats 37 Falcons 10
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
8:41 am
I can’t wait to get back to Atlanta so i can buy my Vick jersey….too bad the ones here in japan are fake. i can get the real thing in the city that Vick ruled/still rules.
Vick has returned
DJ
September 24th, 2009
8:52 am
Vick supporter. I’ll sell you my tickets to Dec 6 and throw in the MV7 jersey. Put your money where your mouth is.
Marima
September 24th, 2009
8:54 am
You’re going back to ‘98 for a Falcon’s win as motivation? Brady was still in college, and Matty was only 13 years old. That’s a long time in football years man.
Eric
September 24th, 2009
8:54 am
Enter your comments here Hey Vick supporter, if Mike Vick is so good why is he not even going to be the starter this weekend if Mcnabb can’t play. I’m just saying that Kolb is garbage so what does that make Vick.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
8:55 am
@DJ
I already bought my tickets to the game the first day Vick signed. The Falcons will lose that game
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
8:59 am
@Eric
What QB do you know that can come in and start an NFL Game after not playing for 2 years? At least Vick can get on the field…Ryan wouldn’t be able to throw 10 yds if it were him…hell…he can barely throw 10yds now,lol
Will
September 24th, 2009
9:04 am
Mark, why are you local guys so quick to get excited about what national media says about the falcons. If they lose on sunday, they’re gonna recant everything, and you and the rest of your half reporting ajc staff, will jump ship too.
DJ
September 24th, 2009
9:04 am
Hmmmm…let’s see Matt NEVER started a NFL game, never mind in 2 years, and Vick was in jail losing the “stripes vs. solids” game. Oh yeah, did Vick change his name to KOLB? Vick hasn’t started – yet – and when and if he does there will be 11 guys there to slap the ball out of his hand. Just like old times eh?
F-105 Thunderchief
September 24th, 2009
9:05 am
I think we’re seeing a much improved Matt “Red” Ryan, more mature and in command. They got that pick right.
GAboy
September 24th, 2009
9:09 am
Vic Supporter…now your talking out of your buttocks. Ryan is far better at being a quarterback than Vick would ever dream of being. Yea, Vick sold tickets cuz of his running abilities. But Matt Ryan has learned how to be a pocket passer. Vick couldn’t hit water jumping out of a boat.
EDGE
September 24th, 2009
9:13 am
put finneran out there to cover moss-beats the alternative!
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
9:15 am
@GAboy
You will eat your words. Guranteed. Vick took this team to levels that this town has never seen. Say what you want about Vick, but I bet your ass was at the games cheering when Vick was here.
Vick is going to shine again and you people know it….thats why you keep talking about him on your blogs CONSTANTLY.
COON DOG
September 24th, 2009
9:15 am
Hey Vick Supporter…. why don’t you go apply for a job and get off of the well-fare checks? Oh yeah, that’s right, you’re a vick supporter….that’s all that needs to be said!
Tim Hudson has a sweet compact swing
September 24th, 2009
9:16 am
I hope the defense is more stout than it was against Carolina last week. Jake Delhomme looked like Phillip Rivers out there … thanks to the Falcons (and Steve Smith). Also, Deangelo Williams ran through them like hot roast beef through a goose.
Ostrich Racer
September 24th, 2009
9:19 am
“What do you mean, ‘You people’?”
Cannonball Butler
September 24th, 2009
9:19 am
Will. We were already pumped about our Falcons and this near unanimous confirmation is notable. Thanks for that bit of wisdom about sports analysts not favoring teams who lose. Great info, glad you shared that.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
9:20 am
@COON DOG
If I was on welfare, i don’t think I would be in Japan right now. You need to do better than that, my caucasian friend
MattyIce b!+ch slaps dog killer
September 24th, 2009
9:20 am
What kind of asinine world do you live in to think the dog killer is even good enough to be a starter in this league to even say he’s better than a qb in his second year thats allready in the top 10! Quit pulling that ignorant race card too, you just stooped to that level with the redneck crap. You are the racsist and your the reason there is still racsism, you cant help but think the only reason you like the dog killer is from the way you were born but its ok nobody has tought your people any other way live and that its not ok to kill dogs… like anyone would have to! Yeah not so nice coming back to you right. So if I were I would shut up and be thankful that you can see your fav dog killer play instead of watching him on a homemade porn from a jail cell.
Iceman
September 24th, 2009
9:23 am
Vick Supporter is quite insane.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
9:24 am
@MattyIce b!+ch slaps dog killer
Man where did you go to school?!?! You can’t spell or write worth a sh%t
Claude Humphrey
September 24th, 2009
9:24 am
The Falcons can look down on the Patriots if/when they beat them. The Pats will be home and desperate for a win. I’m guessing you’ll see a much better Pats team. If the Falcons are impressed with themselves, they will get blown out.
I’ll bet the people compiling those rankings are mostly picking the Pats to beat the Falcons.
INDIAN BIRD
September 24th, 2009
9:24 am
All week I heard how good the throw back jersey’s looked. Me, I think that they looked like the cleveland browns until the camera zooms in, man they were ugly. I think are current dark red home jersey’s are the best looking in the NFL. And if you havn’t noticed some of are most dominating games have come in the current red home jersey’s, they are starting to symbol dominance.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
9:24 am
Vick Supporter isn’t even close to insane.
MG
September 24th, 2009
9:29 am
MV did not take this team to levels that this town has never seen. The Birds have been to the Super Bowl with Chandler at QB, not MV. Please get your facts straight.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
9:31 am
@MG
Hmmmm..thats funny…..and people still didn’t know who the falcons were…..until Vick came.
Ryno
September 24th, 2009
9:35 am
Mr. Bradley – I’d tell you I really read and focused on what you wrote in this post, but I’d be lying.
I didn’t make it past the picture.
Big Dog
September 24th, 2009
9:37 am
Hey Mike Vike Fan Club: Last Sunday, I left my $75 Mike Vike jersey on the hood of my car hoping to give it away. When I returned after the game, I found 5 more sitting on my hood!
DC
September 24th, 2009
9:39 am
A trophy named after Michael Lombardi? Humm……
SRF
September 24th, 2009
9:40 am
Players get traded / released / moved all of the time – I am not sure why we cannot move past this.
The Feds put MV in jail – not Arthur Blank – what was Blank supposed to do ? Cancel the NFL schedule
until he ogt back ? He drafted somebody who has played well – MV has a job so why can’t we just move on ?
Why is it your mission to see MV come back and get “revenge” ? Revenge for what ?
Guess what – over the next several seasons – the Eagles and the Falcons will play several times. The Eagles
will have some wins and the Falcons will have some wins – so what is the big crisis ?
nativefalcon
September 24th, 2009
9:41 am
We can be looking down on Pats one week, and then looking up at them the next. DON”T GET COCKY. We haven’t won the game yet. I pray we do, its like a Mini-bowl
Chris Chandler
September 24th, 2009
9:44 am
Vick supporter wrote: “Vick took this team to levels that this town has never seen.”
Oh, really?
EDGE
September 24th, 2009
9:46 am
Could somebody please tell me why people post on here that Ryan has a weak arm? I have seem him torch tech here a few years ago and have seen him on tv with the falcons and have seen nothing that makes me think he throws weak! Am I missing something or is this the same critical people that said Philip Rivers’ release would never work in the NFL?! Looks like they got that one wrong!
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
9:50 am
Chris “The Chandelier” Chandler.
Nuff said.
Chris Chandler
September 24th, 2009
9:58 am
Yep. You are not insane, just stupid.
Eric C.
September 24th, 2009
9:59 am
From Don Banks –
“…four of their next five games are on the road, and it’s a grinder of a stretch: at New England, at San Francisco, at Dallas and at New Orleans, sandwiched around a visit from Chicago. If Atlanta can keep its nose above .500 at 4-3 through Week 8, the second half of the season sets up for another run at the playoffs.”
That is a heck of stretch…wow! I agree that the best the Birds can hope for is 4-3. What a ridiculous schedule.
Boo Got Shot! Boo Got Shot!
September 24th, 2009
9:59 am
Vick Supporter,
What you did you do (this time) to get put in prison in Japan?
I guess most people don’t realize Crisco has a field office there.
Cannonball Butler
September 24th, 2009
10:01 am
I agree Claude. We need to keep their offense off the field.
GAboy
September 24th, 2009
10:07 am
Vick Supporter…you and MV need to get a room. Your the one that came on here starting SH%*. Take your useless blogs to the Philadelphia Eagles blog. I’m not saying I didn’t watch Vick when he played in ATL. But I have no use for a lying, dog killin’ thug. Period…Nuff’ said…Over with…your a loser!
dl
September 24th, 2009
10:07 am
DickSupporter-Go eat a blow fish.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:08 am
@Boo Got Shot
Making alot more money than you….i can assure you of that. You having fun driving your tractor today?
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:12 am
@GAboy
Jesus man…why so much anger? You say “Take your useless blogs to the Philadelphia Eagles blog”….man you people talk about Vick on EVERY BLOG ON HERE!!! No one has to “start” the “Vick talk”. You falcon “fans” do it yourselves everytime damn near. Look like you’re the loser, my caucasian friend
TC
September 24th, 2009
10:15 am
Wasn’t the trophy named after Vince Lombardi?
SRF
September 24th, 2009
10:16 am
Oh H3LL NO ! there are only a few of you that post all day about MV – most people here just want to
talk about the CURRENT Falcons players
William Cranman
September 24th, 2009
10:18 am
Palefsky?
William Cranman
September 24th, 2009
10:18 am
Enter your comments here
Brock D
September 24th, 2009
10:21 am
First off, Falcon fans please stop catering to the ignorant Vick supporters. You’re just playing in to their childish hands. Secondly, I wouldn’t get too excited about Sunday. If Welker is back we will have a tough time covering him, Moss and Watson. Add to that the loss of Jerry and this should make for an interesting week. We will know alot more about the Birds after Sunday.
Fellow Angler
September 24th, 2009
10:22 am
Vick Supporter – Stop fishin for rednecks. You’ve caught your limit.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:25 am
I’m not fishing for anything…just stating my opinion like everyone else
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:31 am
All you haters on here think you are so smart. I am better educated, more intelligent, better looking, in better physical condition and make more money than all of you ignorant rednecks on this blog combined. I make over $70,000 a year as a Systems Network Analyst for Crisco. I can make my own hours and get to call my own shots while of you pathetic people blog on here before rushing off for your shift at McDonald’s in your rusty used cars. None of you ignorant haters will disrespect me the way you have done Vick.
You all are jealous that I can buy a Vick jersey for every team in the NFL with just the change I have in my pocket and still get front row tickets to a game in any city.
December 6th is the day…………
The Great Mike Vick Has Returned.
SOUTH GA BIRD FAN
September 24th, 2009
10:32 am
The Falcons are better as a whole but I am not getting carried away with a 2-0 record , as a long long time fan it is so hard to believe I will be happy with a hard fought close game this Sunday because New England is not done , and the Falcons are not the world beaters we want them to be yet. I am very excited about the Falcons finally and I will keep hoping and supporting them until Coach smith shows up on game day in all black on a harley with the hooters girls .12-4 10-6 will be great but 9-7 is on my wish list GO FALCONS
ps. I have nothing against Jerry Glanville or the hooters girls he was entertaining I think he could be a great commentator, and I surely have nothing against hooters girls go hooters girls!!
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:36 am
Thats a good one man….too bad that not consistent with my posts. You need a little more practice. I would imitate you, but I don’t feel like using all of the racist words that you use
High-Paying Jobs for Undeserving, Unintelligent "People"
September 24th, 2009
10:37 am
Vick Supporter = Yet Another Example of the FAILURE of “Affirmative Action”
Diamond Dawg
September 24th, 2009
10:37 am
Chris Chandler is the only QB to lead the Falcons to the Super Bowl. Vick has led the Falcons to a couple of playoff victories. But then again, so has Bartkowski.
Vick plays for the Eagles now. He’ll get a few wildcat snaps here and there. But the fact remains that he’s a 3rd string, part time player.
That team is still McNabb’s and will be until he retires or signs as a FA with another team. I would take Vick over several surrent starting QB’s in the league now, but that won’t happen unless he’s traded. I think he’d be great in Oakland or SF.
Matty is the current leader and has the most upside of any QB in Falcons history. And he’s only going to get better. If he reminds you of anyone, its got to be Peyton. And who would you rather have at QB, Vick at his peak or Manning at his peak?
Anyone who’s unbiased would say Manning… At least 95% of the time.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:37 am
You got my job wrong too, my pale friend
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
10:40 am
@Diamond Dawg
Vick is the best player in Falcons history. I know you people hate Vick and I understand that, but for you people to not admit that, you’re smoking meth
mountain_jim
September 24th, 2009
10:41 am
Some folks just did not get enough love and attention as children, then crave it ever after… sad really….GO FALCONS!
Diamond Dawg
September 24th, 2009
10:51 am
VS,
I like MV. I did cheer for him and want to see him succeed. Its just not going to happen here. I guess you’d rate MV higher than Deion Sanders too, right? Prime Time will be in the Hall of Fame. Vick will have to do a lot more to even be considered.
And for the record, as an SVP of Sales/Marketing for a Fortune 200 Company, I believe my total compensation easily dwarfs yours. And I don’t have to buy a front row seat, I can choose whatever seat I want at anytime. And not have to pay a penny. That’s if I decline to use or suite at the Dome.
jam
September 24th, 2009
10:55 am
Relax people, we have only played 2 games and from the looks of it we still got some improving to do on both sides of the ball. Stop trying to make Ryan to be more than he is. It will only set you up for a let down. There is still a lot of football to be played.
Falcon Girl
September 24th, 2009
10:58 am
I have to tell you that I read these entries and constantly shake my head at the ignorance posted by so many people. Certainly you’re embarrassed by your inability to spell, punctuate, etc. let alone put together a proper sentence. Also, the pathetic and ridiculous racists comments from both sides are sickening.
As for the Falcons I am very happy with the state of our quarterback situation. Yes I loved Michael Vick, he was electric to watch and anyone that every stepped foot in the dome knows that. The fact of the matter is he NO LONGER PLAYS FOR ATLANTA! Please cheer him on in his endeavors in Philly. Hopefully for him his life will turn around. I hope so! If you live here and follow the Falcons please cheer for and embrace Matt. He’s done a fine job so far and appears to be shaping up to be a great QB with time.
Now for the only thing that I find ridiculous…..$ 70k a year and your bragging? Please don’t!
Let’s go Birds. Win or lose you’re still my team! Enter your comments here
BigTimeTECHFan
September 24th, 2009
11:04 am
Haha, how many plays will it take for Vick to fumble without anybody even touching him. Remember how many time he would start running and just drop the ball. cost us 2 wins.
I don’t think the Falcons D can stop the Pats, if Brady and line play better I can’t see the Falcons beating them this week. my guess:
NE 34
ATL 30
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:06 am
@Diamond Dawg
Well good for you, I’m glad you’re highly paid. For the record, i didn’t come on here talking about how much money i make….some dude attacked nme saying I was on welfare…and it went on from there. You know, the typical racist attack saying I’m on welfare….and it’s not a surptise at all. Also, when Prime Time was here, the falcons weren’t winning. Vick left here as a winner, no matter how you want to look at it. I firmly believe Vick will rise again….and di i want him to destroy the falcons? Yes….not to get revenge on Mr.Blank, Blank did what he was supposed to do as an owner, I want him to win because of the fans here….they suck..point blank.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:09 am
“Stop trying to make Ryan to be more than he is”
Jam, you’re exactly right
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:11 am
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4497250
Oh Willy
September 24th, 2009
11:27 am
Falcons 45
Patriots 42
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:37 am
I was MV7’s cell mate.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:38 am
I’m in Japan running from the fbi.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:38 am
I wish I had Mike Vick in my mouth right now.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:39 am
I wish MV7 had 2 d!ck$ so I could have one in my mouth and @$$!
vafalconfan
September 24th, 2009
11:40 am
Makes me think these national sports writers have not watched any of our games, especially our defense and anemic running game. Those 2 parts of the game plan have to change this week or it’s over early.
Vick Supporter is in love
September 24th, 2009
11:41 am
Wow Vick Supporter kinda of lewd there buddy go back to your shrine.
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:43 am
http://johnjohnsaidit.com/did-mike-vick-sexually-assault-dogs/#more-2064
Justin
September 24th, 2009
11:49 am
Dang Vick Supporter disappeared faster than Mike Vick did on his way to prison.
Justin
September 24th, 2009
11:50 am
hahahahaha
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
11:55 am
Little white boy humor….i love it,lol. keep it coming
Vick Supporter
September 24th, 2009
12:17 pm
I like it in the butt.
Vick aint OUR QB!
September 24th, 2009
12:27 pm
Give’em hell MATT RYAN!
GO FALCONS!
haha
September 24th, 2009
12:48 pm
What do you say to Vick Supporter when you see him in your house??
haha
September 24th, 2009
12:48 pm
DROP THAT TV!!
Dan
September 24th, 2009
3:12 pm
Mark – So if the Falcons finish ahead of the Pats in the “power rankings” does that mean they receive a better BCS bowl bid?
In my previous posts I have been charged with being too glum about the Flacosn indisputable greatness after beating the Dolphins and Panthers so here goes:
1. The Ryan-Smith combo obviously leaves Montana-Walsh and Bradshaw-Noll in the dust (neither of thoe combos ever beat the Carolina Panthers);
2. The Patriots and Steelers have lot to learn from this Falcons organization when it comes to producing a team that wins consistently; and
3. The Atlanta Falcons – great team or greatest team?
Scooby-Doo
September 24th, 2009
5:20 pm
Did Michael Vick sexually assault dogs?
Animal rights group makes accusation against NFL star.
An animal treatment activist group is requesting that Michael Vick undergo a full scale mental evaluation before he can be reinstated following his conviction on dog fighting charges.
Apparently People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) sent a letter to the NFL commissioner saying Vick should be checked to see if he is a psychopath before having any chance of a return to football.
The letter reportedly quotes psychological studies which show distinct correlations between individuals who abuse dogs and individuals who sexually assault animals as well. Said one PETA member, “What he did may only be the tip of the iceberg…this behavior could be much deeper than a lot of people initially expected”.
Vick is serving a prison sentence on conspiracy charges in connection with his bankrolling of a dogfight gambling ring. Evidence in the case showed he killed dogs in such brutal manners as drowning, beating and electrocution.
“Saying sorry and getting his ball back after being caught enjoying killing dogs in hideously cruel ways for many years doesn’t cut it,” PETA president Ingrid Newkirk said.
Ice Ice Baby
September 24th, 2009
6:55 pm
Vick Supporter,
You must truly love what you’re doing on the blog here. I bet you’re proud of yourself. First, I’m sure the Falcons don’t look down on the Pats and are not taking them lightly. Those are Mark Bradley’s words. 2nd, The Falcons went to the Super Bowl in 1998 and that was the best football we have ever seen in Atlanta….The one good Vick year was NOT the Super Bowl…but it was fun…and we had a more complete team in 1998 then we’ve ever had until this year.
Your disdain for and bias’ against Matt Ryan, just because you are a Vick supporter is illogical given what the man has shown you. If you are fair minded and compare Ryan to any other rookie QB, save Joe Flacco, you must admit he made history last year.
I believe Vick deserves a 2nd chance and I’m glad he’s getting it. You are entitled to your opinion just like everyone else, but that doesn’t mean you have to make an ass of yourself by going over the top with your love for Mike Vick…while subjecting Falcons fans to your incessant and disturbing obsession with pushing your inane and distorted point of view upon those of us who enjoy blogging about our team that we have right now. We have moved on from that era and I look forward to the Eags coming into the dome and facing our new team with or without MV7. We got a little something for them, and we got plenty to give the Pats this Sunday too…just sit back and enjoy the homecoming.
Do us all a favor and go find an Eagles blog to root for your hero.
Tom Tardiff
September 28th, 2009
10:43 am
so much for rankings!!
Cadelallan
October 5th, 2009
10:16 am
If you have to do it, you might as well do it right.,
Ralew
October 5th, 2009
12:07 pm
Great site. Keep doing.,
Gorewien
October 7th, 2009
2:14 pm
I want to say – thank you for this!,
Naelith
October 7th, 2009
2:31 pm
If you have to do it, you might as well do it right.,
Frorellan
October 7th, 2009
2:49 pm
Perfect work!,