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News Articles: Football

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald walks the field during an NFL Super Bowl football practice on Friday, Feb. 6, 2026, in San Jose, Calif., ahead of Super Bowl 60 between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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Led by Georgia alum coach, Seahawks ride 'Dark Side' defense to Super Bowl win over Patriots 29-13

The Seattle Seahawks have won the franchise's second Super Bowl, and head coach Mike Macdonald’s ferocious defense unit was the driving force.

February 09, 2026
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  • Associated Press
 FILE - New York Jets offensive coordinator Tanner Engstrand answers questions from media at NFL minicamp football, June 11, 2025, in Florham Park, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray, File)

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Falcons coach Stefanski adds former Jets offensive coordinator Engstrand as passing game coordinator

New Atlanta coach Kevin Stefanski has continued to build his staff by hiring Tanner Engstrand as the offensive passing game coordinator. The addition of Engstrand came one day after Stefanski hired Alex Van Pelt as quarterbacks coach.

February 02, 2026
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  • Associated Press
FILE - Chicago Bears assistant general manager Ian Cunningham poses for a photo April 28, 2022, in Lake Forest, Ill. (AP Photo, File)

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Falcons add final piece to new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager

The Atlanta Falcons have added the final piece to their new leadership team by hiring Ian Cunningham as general manager.

January 30, 2026
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  • Associated Press
Former Atlanta Falcons' quarterback Matt Ryan announces his retirement during a news conference Monday, April 22, 2024, in Flowery Branch, Ga.

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Former quarterback Matt Ryan to lead search for Falcons' new coach and GM as president of football

The Atlanta Falcons have named former longtime quarterback Matt Ryan to the team's newly created role of president of football.

January 12, 2026
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  • Associated Press
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against the Washington Commanders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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Falcons owner Blank reveals plan for management changes following the firings of Morris and Fontenot

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has revealed in a letter to fans that Sunday night’s firings of coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot are not the only moves planned in an attempt to end the team’s streak of eight consecutive losing seasons.

January 07, 2026
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  • Associated Press ,
  • Peter Biello ,
  • and 1 more
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris walks off the field after an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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Falcons fire coach Raheem Morris, GM Terry Fontenot hours after finishing 8-9 season

The Atlanta Falcons have fired coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot. The team announced the moves hours after completing its second straight 8-9 finish under Morris and eighth consecutive losing season. 

January 05, 2026
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  • Associated Press
Then-Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore walks off the field following a game Aug. 30, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Mich. Moore has been charged with three crimes, including felony home invasion and stalking, after prosecutors said he "barged his way" into the apartment of a woman with whom he had been having an affair.

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  • National

Fired Michigan football coach charged with home invasion and stalking

Fired University of Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore "barged his way" into the apartment of a woman with whom he had been having an affair after she reported the relationship to the school and he lost his job, prosecutors said.

December 13, 2025
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  • The Associated Press
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers throws against the Las Vegas Raiders during a game at Allegiant Stadium on Dec. 13, 2020 in Las Vegas. Rivers, now 44 years old, has signed a practice contract with the Colts in hopes of returning to the NFL for the first time since 2021.

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Philip Rivers' return to the NFL, by the numbers

Philip Rivers is coming out of retirement at age 44 for a shot at playing for the Indianapolis Colts, who are struggling to make the playoffs. He last played in the NFL in 2021.

December 10, 2025
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  • Bill Chappell
 Georgia head coach Kirby Smart reacts during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Charlotte, Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, in Athens, Ga. (AP Photo/Colin Hubbard)

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No. 3 Georgia will be looking to end No. 10 Alabama's rivalry dominance in SEC championship game

No. 3 Georgia and No. 10 Alabama will play for an SEC championship and improved chances at a national championship Saturday. Georgia also will be looking to end Alabama's mastery of the series.

December 05, 2025
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  • Associated Press
A Gainesville High football player holding football during a game. (Gainesville Red Elephants/Facebook)

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Gainesville High cleared for quarterfinal amid 34-player brawl suspensions

Gainesville High School's football team is getting ready to play in the quarterfinal match on after being sidelined for a brawl. 

December 02, 2025
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  • GPB Sports Staff and
  • GPB News Staff
Middle school football players line up on either side of a football.

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'Feeder programs' set up Georgia's youngest football players for a future in the sport

High school football teams from across the state are in the middle of playoff season. But before stepping into the spotlight, many players stepped onto the field years earlier.

November 21, 2025
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  • Chase McGee
Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King (10) scores a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Wake Forest, Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025, in Winston-Salem, N.C.

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  • Sports

Homecoming stakes are high as undefeated Georgia Tech meets Syracuse at Bobby Dodd Stadium

The 7-0 Georgia Tech football starts the second half of Atlantic Coast Conference in a homecoming matchup with Syracuse that could make or break its Top 10 status. 

October 23, 2025
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  • Associated Press
 Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

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  • Sports

Falcons ride Robinson's 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and Bills

Bijan Robinson matched a career high with 170 rushing yards and the Atlanta Falcons denied Josh Allen’s comeback attempt to beat the Buffalo Bills 24-14.

October 14, 2025
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  • Associated Press
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. (9) throws against the Washington Commanders during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

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  • Sports

Atlanta Falcons face high-scoring Buffalo Bills in holiday matchup

The Atlanta Falcons have done a better job of moving the ball than scoring. They are facing a challenge to keep up with a Buffalo Bills offense led by quarterback Josh Allen, the reigning MVP. 

October 10, 2025
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  • Associated Press
Marlon Wayans (left) and Tyriq Withers promoting <em>Him</em> during CinemaCon this summer.

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  • Movies

In 'HIM,' football greatness comes with a price. Tyriq Withers is its rising star

In HIM, Withers plays a rising quarterback. His on-screen mentor, Marlon Wayans, had some real-life advice — and a reading list — for the young actor.

September 20, 2025
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  • Neda Ulaby
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