Fantasy Football Notes: Atlanta Falcons

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Published: July 6, 2009

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... Falcons decided it was time to turn things around.

To do so, they brought in running back Michael Turner, who they signed away from the San Diego Chargers, and gave a new face to the franchise by selecting quarterback Matt Ryan of Boston College with the No. 3 overall pick. The moves were definitely a step in the right direction, but no one could have foreseen how quickly this franchise was going to enjoy success.

The Falcons started the season in outstanding fashion, easily defeating the Detroit Lions 34-21, and then never looked back in compiling an 11-5 record. As a whole, the Falcons’ division went 40-24, with the worst record going to the 8-8 New Orleans Saints.

That goes to show just how impressive of a turnaround 2008 really was. Led by head coach Mike Smith, the Falcons are still not satisfied and will be looking to ro...

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