Atlanta Falcons Week 1-2 Mid Week Report: Kickin’ It Old School

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Published: September 16, 2009

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... following the team's impressive 19-7 victory of the Miami Dolphins this past weekend.

Atlanta will debut fresh throwback uniforms for the occasion.

Speaking of throwback, nothing settled Atlanta fans stomachs last week more than some good ole hard-nosed defense.

Mike Peterson, John Abraham, and rising standout Kroy Biermann gave the Fin's hyped "Wild-Cat" offense serious problems throughout the contest.

Atlanta finished allowing just 259 yards, which was pleasing considering a rather porous performance during preseason.

Not only that, but the defense forced three fumbles, one interception, and sacked quarterback Chad Pennington four times. Abraham and Biermann both had two sacks a piece.

As for Mike Peterson, the seasoned veteran knocked all memories of Keith Brooking out the door, recording the lone interception and a forced fumble.

The corners did not get exposed nearly as much as they had in the preseason contests, however an i...

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