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FILE - In this Jan. 4, 2020, file photo, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady walks to the sideline after throwing an interception late in the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Tennessee Titans in Foxborough, Mass. Atlanta Falcons coach Dan Quinn says the NFC South “is turning into Quarterback South.” Tom Brady's arrival has raised the stakes. (AP Photo/Bill Sikes, File)

Brees, Brady give ‘Quarterback South’ top 2 all-time passers

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Falcons won’t commit to DE Takk McKinley past 2020 season

Associated Press

FILE - In this Sept. 7, 2019, file photo, Tulane running back Amare Jones is tackled for a loss by Auburn defensive end Marlon Davidson (3) during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game in Auburn, Ala. Davidson was selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the second round of the NFL football draft Friday, April 24, 2020. (AP Photo/Butch Dill, File)

Falcons use draft to rebuild substandard defense

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2019, file photo, Clemson's A.J. Terrell intercepts a pass for a touchdown during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama in Santa Clara, Calif. Terrell was chosen by the Atlanta Falcons in the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Ben Margot, File)

Falcons keep focus on defense, pick Auburn’s Marlon Davidson

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, AJ Terrell, seated wearing headphones, listens while others celebrate during the NFL football draft Thursday, April 23, 2020, in Atlanta. Terrell was selected by the Atlanta Falcons during the first round. (NFL via AP)

Falcons bolster secondary with Clemson CB Terrell at No. 16

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 25, 2020, file photo, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Dimitroff will be operating his 13th NFL draft as the Atlanta Falcons' general manager from the solitude of his home, following the mandate placed on each team by commissioner Roger Goodell. Dimitroff has made a trade in each of his 12 previous drafts. Don't bet against the trade-happy GM extending that streak this year. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy, File)

Falcons’ ‘Trader Tom’ Dimitroff expects more draft-day deals

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 4, 2014, file photo, Georgia running back Todd Gurley (3) celebrates with fans after defeating Vanderbilt 44-17 in an NCAA college football game in Athens, Ga. Gurley will be making a homecoming to the state of Georgia when the former Georgia Bulldogs standout begins the second phase of his NFL career with the Atlanta Falcons. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Gurley says deal with Falcons ‘like a little homecoming’

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2019, file photo, Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley sits on the bench during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Los Angeles. The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a one-year deal with three-time Pro Bowl running back Todd Gurley, one day after he was cut by the Los Angeles Rams. A person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press about the agreement on Friday, March 20, 2020, on condition of anonymity because the deal will not be official until Gurley passes a physical. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

Falcons announce 1-year deal with RB Todd Gurley

Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) runs against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL football game in Atlanta. The Atlanta Falcons will dramatically boost their financial flexibility by releasing three high-priced veterans _ running back Devonta Freeman, cornerback Desmond Trufant and offensive tackle Ty Sambrailo. The Falcons announced the Sambrailo move on Monday, March 16, 2020. The team is finalizing the moves with Freeman and Trufant, former Pro Bowl players who had been considered foundation players for the franchise. Financial constraints made the moves necessary. The cuts will clear $12.15 million in salary cap space before Wednesday's start of free agency. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Falcons cut veterans Freeman, Trufant to clear cap space

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Falcons cut ties with OLB Beasley, set to become free agent

Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks to players during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Quinn says Falcons’ strong finish must carry over to 2020

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws a passagainst the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)

Jones’ INT return in OT lifts Falcons over Bucs 28-22

By FRED GOODALL - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks to players during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons’ Quinn saved job with strong finish, players’support

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks to players during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons choose stability: Quinn, Dimitroff to remain in 2020

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn speaks to players during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Dec. 22, 2019, in Atlanta. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Quinn wants to return as Falcons coach, but status uncertain

By GEORGE HENRY - Associated Press

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan speaks during a news conference after loosing to the Baltimore Ravens in a NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Baltimore, Md. Ravens won 20-17. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Shanahan faces former team when 49ers host Falcons

By JOSH DUBOW - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) works in the pocket against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Cousin showdown: Ryan, McGlinchey meet for 1st time in NFL

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers quarterback Kyle Allen speaks to members of the media following an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons in Charlotte, N.C., Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019. (AP Photo/Mike McCarn)

Panthers to stick with Allen at QB instead of playing Grier

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Washington Redskins' Chris Thompson fumbles as he is hit by Green Bay Packers' Darnell Savage during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Green Bay, Wis. The Redskins recovered the fumble. (AP Photo/Mike Roemer) ** FILE **

NFL draft order: Redskins stay pat, top 10 mostly unchanged

By Adam Zielonka - The Washington Times

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) works in the pocket against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Ryan to OZ leads Falcons to another rout of Panthers, 40-20

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press