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[The Falcon Jedi]

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49 minutes ago - The Rams lead the NFL in sacks (28) and rank third in the NFL in defensive third down situations, with opponents only picking up first downs 32 percent of the time. "It's going to be a challenge for our offense on third down," Smith said. Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 3:49 p.m. - Coach Mike Smith on Rams DEs James Hall and Chris Long: "They are definitely the best tandem of DEs that we will have faced this season. They do a good job of pressuring the QB and (the Rams) have a very good blitz package." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 3:47 p.m. - DE John Abraham (groin) did not participate in practice Wednesday. LB Curtis Lofton (knee) and TE Justin Peelle (groin) were limited. Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 3:33 p.m. - LB Sean Weatherspoon (knee) did not practice Wednesday. Coach Mike Smith said he anticipates Weatherspoon will practice Thursday. Players that don't participate in practice aren't available to the media. But in passing, Weatherspoon told a reporter, "We will talk soon." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 2:12 p.m. - WR Roddy White on QB Michael Vick's Eagles, and how they might be the best in the NFC. "That's why we're trying to win the rest of our games so we can have home field advantage and they'll have to come to the Dome." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 2:02 p.m. - Adding to WR Roddy White's dismal first few years in the NFL, his mother, Joenethia White, was frequently in his ear. "She told me I stunk," White said. "She's the worst critic of them all...(Last week), she told me I dropped too many balls." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 2:00 p.m. - Adding to WR Roddy White's dismal first few years in the NFL, his mother, Joenethia White, was frequently in his ear. "She told me I stunk," White said. "She's the worst critic of them all. ... (Last week), she told me I dropped too many balls." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:57 p.m. - With WR Roddy White averaging more than 100 yards a game this season, he's been asked about changing from almost-bust to one of the NFL's premier receivers. His motivation: "The fact (Atlanta) might try to get me out of here one day," he said. Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:51 p.m. - Even if TE Tony Gonzalez doesn't ever win a Super Bowl, he said his career wouldn't be incomplete. "The individual success I've had, I'm happy with that," Gonzalez said. "The team success -- we've had some great teams. We just didn't win playoff games." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:45 p.m. - TE Tony Gonzalez is sticking by his OTAs declaration that Atlanta is a Super Bowl-caliber team. "If you look at all the key positions that you would need to be a Super Bowl team, I think we have some talented players in those positions," Gonzalez said. Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:44 p.m. - With Atlanta 7-2, TE Tony Gonzalez admitted Super Bowl thoughts have crossed his mind. "A little bit," he said. "I picture the confetti dropping after the clock hits zero and you see the images on television. ... But then, also, you have to work for it." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:41 p.m. - QB Matt Ryan was asked what it would mean if Atlanta can help TE Tony Gonzalez earn his first playoff win: "It would be great to help him get that notch on his belt. I think it would be great for everybody in this locker room." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:34 p.m. - QB Matt Ryan isn't concerned with Atlanta having a perceived target now that its 7-2. "Obviously, nine games into it we've put ourselves in good position," Ryan said. "With that said we've got to prepare like we do every week." Falcons RapidReports

Nov. 17, 2010 1:29 p.m. - Rams DEs James Hall and Chris Long present a challenge in the pass game, as they have a combined 13 sacks. "They get a good push in the middle," QB Matt Ryan said. "Their guys on the outside get a good pass rush and are relentless." Falcons RapidReports

[mdrake34]

Had no idea they led the league in sacks. Spags has done a heck of a job in St. Louis.

[Big Zee]

Thx, a bit concerned about Spoon not practicing today. I think he'll be on the field tomorrow but not sure if they'll let him play Sunday.

[Tandy]

(11-17-2010 06:20 PM)mdrake34 Wrote:  Had no idea they led the league in sacks. Spags has done a heck of a job in St. Louis.

They've had enough top draft picks to field the best young players in the league!

[bF™]

(11-17-2010 07:32 PM)Tandy Wrote:  They've had enough top draft picks to field the best young players in the league!

Lmao great point Tandy

[kibitzer]

I watched part of the SF/RAMS replay tonight on NFLN. I was impressed w/their D-Line. Chris Long was getting after Troy Smith, and truthfully, SF's line was not doing that bad of a job, save the penalties. Troy had a lot of time to throw.

S. Jackson is just beastly, but Willis did a nice job containing him for most of the game. That is what worries me most. Nic, Spoon, Lofton, who else - Adkins? .... not sure who all is playing in the LB spots, but they will have their work cut out for them all day.

Bradford seems like a pretty smart QB, too. I didn't see the whole game, but enough to know better than to overlook his talents.

I will say, that SF was getting holding penalties left and right for OL holding. That can indicate a strong D-line that is forcing it to be the only option for keeping the QB clean. I think we're a MUCH more disciplined FB team than SF overall. But it will be interesting to see, especially how Baker does, in this game.

Edit: Actually, I'm watching now a piece on Patrick Willis on NFLN, all about that SF game. Lawd, what a BEAST!!! If Spoon can become as good as this guy, I will be one happy Falcons fan! We really need him for this game...

[The Falcon Jedi]

Beating the Rams in their dome is not going to be easy.