Atlanta Falcons (10-6-0)
PLAYER NEWS
Ryan, Matt (QB)
Ryan guided the Falcons' offense to no points in a 24-2 loss to the Giants on Sunday.
Ryan was 24 of 41 for 199 yards, although he did not have a turnover. He is 0-3 in his career in the postseason.
Ryan was 24 of 41 for 199 yards, although he did not have a turnover. He is 0-3 in his career in the postseason.
White, Roddy (WR)
White caught five passes for 52 yards in a 24-2 loss to the Giants on Sunday.
White is known for his drops and had several Sunday. He is a quality receiver who must cut down on the drops.
White is known for his drops and had several Sunday. He is a quality receiver who must cut down on the drops.
Jones, Julio (WR)
Jones caught seven passes for 64 yards in a 24-2 loss to the Giants on Sunday.
Jones' season came to an end one day before alma mater Alabama plays LSU for the national title in college action.
Jones' season came to an end one day before alma mater Alabama plays LSU for the national title in college action.
Turner, Michael (RB)
Turner was bottled up with 41 yards on 15 carries in a 24-2 loss to the Giants on Sunday.
Turner also had a five-yard reception from Matt Ryan as Atlanta's once-promising season crumbled in New Jersey.
Turner also had a five-yard reception from Matt Ryan as Atlanta's once-promising season crumbled in New Jersey.
White, Roddy (WR)
White caught four passes for 69 yards as Atlanta cruised to a 45-24 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday to clinch the No. 5 seed.
White and the Falcons play on the road against the Giants in next weekend's playoffs. He had a team-high 1,296 yards.
White and the Falcons play on the road against the Giants in next weekend's playoffs. He had a team-high 1,296 yards.
2011 STANDINGS
| Team | W | L | T | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 13 | 3 | 0 | 0.813 |
| Atlanta | 10 | 6 | 0 | 0.625 |
| Carolina | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0.375 |
| Tampa Bay | 4 | 12 | 0 | 0.250 |
2011 SCHEDULE
| Wk | Opp | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | @ Carolina | 12/11/11 @ 1 p.m. | W 31-23 |
| 15 | Jacksonville | 12/15/11 @ 8:20 p.m. | W 41-14 |
| 16 | @ New Orleans | 12/26/11 @ 8:30 p.m. | L 16-45 |
| 17 | Tampa Bay | 1/01/12 @ 4:15 p.m. | W 45-24 |
| Post | @ N.Y. Giants | 1/08/12 @ 1 p.m. | L 2-24 |
TEAM LEADERS
| Passing | Ryan, Matt |
| Rushing | Turner, Michael |
| Receiving | White, Roddy |
| Defense | Lofton, Curtis |
PRACTICE REPORTS
| Day | Player | Pos | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri | White, Roddy | WR | hip | Full Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Weatherspoon, Sean | LB | head | Full Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Turner, Michael | RB | groin | Limited Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Snelling, Jason | RB | knee | Full Participation in Practice |
| Fri | Palmer, Michael | TE | knee | Full Participation in Practice |
INJURIES
| Player | Date | Info | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jerry, Peria | 1/08/12 | calf | Probable |
| White, Roddy | 1/08/12 | hip | Probable |
| Gonzalez, Tony | 1/08/12 | not injury related | Probable |
| Douglas, Harry | 1/08/12 | groin | Probable |
| Cox, Mike | 1/08/12 | finger | Probable |
| Babineaux, Jonathan | 1/08/12 | hamstring | Probable |
| Abraham, John | 1/08/12 | not injury related | Probable |
| Grimes, Brent | 1/08/12 | knee | questionable |
| Nicholas, Stephen | 1/08/12 | toe | Doubtful |
| Jones, Julio | 1/08/12 | thumb | Probable |
TRANSACTIONS
| Player | Date | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Mughelli, Ovie | 2/06/12 | Taken off IR - right knee |
| Hayden, Kelvin | 2/06/12 | Taken off IR - toe |
| Peterson, Mike | 2/06/12 | Taken off IR - triceps |
| Johnson, Mike | 2/06/12 | Taken off IR - foot |
| Nance, Dimitri | 1/20/12 | From Packers to Falcons signed |
| Valdez, Jose | 1/18/12 | From Falcons to Vikings signed |
| McClain, Robert | 1/10/12 | From Jaguars to Falcons signed |
| Jolly, Kyle | 1/09/12 | signed |
| Gallarda, Tommy | 1/09/12 | signed |
| Davis, Drew | 1/09/12 | signed |
