Chauncey Davis News

"I got going a little too early," Elam said Monday. "Bottom line is that when the ball was down, I didn't make it.

Carolina's Richard Marshall came down with Matt Ryan's high pass that was intended for Michael Jenkins in the fourth quarter.

The Falcons cut Carolina's lead to eight on a 24-yard field goal by Jason Elam. Carolina had a chance to match those points, but John Kasay's 51-yard attempt with 5:55 left in the quarter was blocked by Atlanta defensive lineman Chauncey Davis.

In recognition of November as National Diabetes Awareness Month, DeKalb County Commissioner Lee May will recognize Atlanta Falcons Defensive End standout Chauncey Davis and The Chauncey Davis Foundation on November 10, at the Manuel Maloof Auditorium located at 1300 Commerce Drive in Decatur.

Play Head Coach for a Week Well, the bye week's over and now the Falcons are ready to start their insanely difficult stretch run that will likely determine the fate of the season.

When the ball is spotted to start a series, the Atlanta Falcons' defensive line does not hear the sound of a referee's whistle.

Bill Belichick's complex defensive schemes can be tough for young quarterbacks to contend with.

FLOWERY BRANCH Thomas Dimitroff is set to return to New England this weekend for the first time as the Falcons general manager.

Just a quick hit in the middle of the week to get you to the weekend and spur some good conversations and debate as we roll towards the Fight in Foxboro.

Davis was joined by a number of Falcons players including Jamaal Anderson and Jonathan Babineaux, corporate executives and community leaders during the inaugural awards reception created to honor the dedication, work and community outreach of outstanding Atlantans and organizations.

Falcons first-round pick Peria Jerry missed time in minicamp with a right knee injury.

Originally published September 18, 2009 at 4:22 p.m., updated September 18, 2009 at 5:24 p.m. FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga.

First-round pick Vontae Davis is listed as probable for Sunday's opener at Atlanta with a bruised left knee.

Falcons defensive end John Abraham and safety William Moore were the only players who did not participate fully in practice Wednesday.

Here are five things to watch for in the Falcons' exhibition game against the Baltimore Ravens on Thursday night at the Georgia Dome: The play of the cornerbacks: The Falcons acquired cornerback Tye Hill from St.

Turns out the Falcons ' pass rush and coverages were worse than he imagined. "We were getting after them on first and second down, but on third down, I think it was just disappointing," Coleman said.

Long ago, I learned not to read too much into preseason games. I saw Tampa Bay teams coached by Sam Wyche look good in the preseason and then hit double-digit losses in the regular season.

Five things to watch for in the Falcons' preseason game against San Diego Saturday at the Georgia Dome: Going against the 3-4 The Falcons will face a 3-4 defense by the Chargers.

Lawrence Sidbury says he wants to learn how to be a great NFL pass rusher. Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith says the rookie defensive end is picking the right mentor to help him reach that goal.

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Coach Mike Smith is still waiting for two starters to win jobs on the left side of the Atlanta Falcons' defense.