Tag Archives: Michael Boley

Comp Picks Announced: A 3rd and a 5th

By J. Michael Moore | Published: March 22, 2010
The Falcons have received a third- and fifth-round selection as compensatory picks in the 2010 NFL Draft, the team confirmed Monday. Atlanta now has eight total selections in the Draft, which will be held April 22-24 in New York. CLICK HERE FOR A LIST OF FALCONS PICKS Compensatory picks are awarded by the NFL to compensate [...]
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Lunch Break: What About Comp Picks?

By J. Michael Moore | Published: March 10, 2010
At his postseason press conference, General Manager Thomas Dimitroff said he estimates three compensatory selections in the 2010 NFL Draft. Two things: What is a compensatory or “comp” pick? Is the thought of three extra picks in the NFL Draft plausible? First a definition… Compensatory picks are awarded by the NFL to (what else) compensate teams for free agent losses [...]
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Birdseed: November 19, 2009

By J. Michael Moore | Published: November 19, 2009
Who says there’s no good news coming out of Flowery Branch? Thursday Head Coach Mike Smith confirmed running back Jerious Norwood returned to the practice field. The fourth-year pro was limited, but it’s a welcome sign of progression for the speedster, who suffered a concussion earlier in the season and, more recently, hurt his hip. Norwood hasn’t [...]
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Nicholas Quietly Going to Work

By J. Michael Moore | Published: August 11, 2009
Take a look at the Falcons depth chart and you’ll see a familiar name in an unfamiliar position. Third-year pro Stephen Nicholas is lining up as the team’s No. 1 strong-side linebacker. But this isn’t an unfamiliar situation to him. Nor is he taking it lightly. It was two years ago, almost to the day, he was in [...]
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Numbers Game

By J. Michael Moore | Published: April 22, 2009
Just received word on jersey numbers for some of the recent additions to the team’s roster. Mike Peterson (No. 53) Will Sviteck (No. 74) Brett Romberg (No. 65) Peterson, 32, started his career in Indianapolis but enjoyed success as a Jaguar including four straight seasons with 100 or more tackles. He also has 15 career interceptions. Peterson reunites with former [...]
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One-on-One with Thomas Dimitroff

By J. Michael Moore | Published: April 21, 2009
Thomas Dimitroff said Tuesday the Falcons will focus on defense in this weekend’s NFL Draft. No surprise there. Dimitroff, Head Coach Mike Smith and countless members of the NFL media have made no secret about the team’s desire to add depth, speed and tenacity to a defense that, though solid in points allowed, gave up too many [...]
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Opportunity Knocks

By J. Michael Moore | Published: March 27, 2009
BLOGGER’S NOTE: Look for more on Stephen Nicholas and his thoughts on the upcoming season Monday on AtlantaFalcons.com. Linebacker Stephen Nicholas’ day-by-day approach is contagious. Talk to him for just a few minutes about his career and you walk away getting a lasting taste of his humility and focus. Even in times of great opportunity he keeps eyes [...]
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Birdseed: March, 3, 2009

By J. Michael Moore | Published: March 3, 2009
The Falcons have quietly evaluated the free agent market for four days and could very well keep a patient eye on the NFL landscape longer in order to ensure the acquisition of quality talent at the appropriate price. Then again, maybe this won’t be an ordinary Tuesday since the Birds have found ways to stay in [...]
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Birdseed: March 2, 2009

By J. Michael Moore | Published: March 2, 2009
The Falcons were quiet in the first weekend of free agency but there’s something to be said for detailed and cautious planning. Upon joining the team General Manager Thomas Dimitroff and Head Coach Mike Smith talked about the importance of evaluating players with an unbiased approach. The pair meet regularly — often daily — to talk [...]
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Fudge Staying, Boley on the Move

By J. Michael Moore | Published: February 28, 2009
Safety Jamaal Fudge served as Lawyer Milloy’s backup in 2008. Now the three-year veteran may be asked to replace him in the starting lineup. The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports the Falcons have agreed to terms with Fudge, who joined the team soon after the Jaguars released him at the end of the preseason. He played in 12 games [...]
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