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NFL

Falcons tab Tua Tagovailoa as starting QB for season opener at Steelers

Former Dolphins starter beats Michael Penix Jr. in summerlong competition.

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NFL

Falcons’ Penix to be inactive vs. Steelers, team ‘confident’ in rehab plan

Coach Kevin Stefanski didn’t put a timeframe on when Mike Penix Jr. may be ready to play, but he's optimistic about the path Penix is currently on.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: The real Acuña Jr. is back – and Philly hates it

It’s not easy to admit that doubts about Ronald Acuña Jr. creep into my head from time to time. But these are pushed aside now that he's producing again.

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BULLDOGS

Injured UGA RB provides update on his health after offseason accident

Dante Dowdell shared that he suffered a punctured lung, broken ribs, nerve damage to his right arm and broke both collarbones. He also had nine staples in his head.

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MLB

Reynaldo López returning to rotation this week

The addition of López, scheduled to start Wednesday against the AL East-leading Rays, means the Braves will have to put one of their other six starters into a relief role.

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AJC Varsity

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AJC VARSITY

AJC Varsity rankings: Several teams enter Top 10s, new No. 1 team in 3A

Toombs County ascends to the top spot in 3A. Newton and Cook enter the 7A and 2A rankings, respectively, after beating highly ranked teams in overtime.

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AJC VARSITY

AJC Varsity preseason all-state teams: Watch for these standouts in 2026

AJC Varsity is announcing its preseason all-state teams ahead of the 2026 football season. Take a look at all 8 classes.

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AJC Super 11: Meet the 2026 class of elite senior football players

The 42nd AJC Super 11 team will be revealed this week, starting on Tuesday night.

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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Vote: What’s your grade for Kevin Stefanski as Falcons coach?

Make your voice heard in the AJC’s poll.

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Vote: Which potential Falcons free agent is most important to re-sign?

The Falcons have 15 players that could become unrestricted free agents in March. Vote on which potential free agent is most important for the team to re-sign.

Atlanta Sports

Reynaldo López to return to rotation this week

The addition of López, scheduled to start Wednesday against the AL East-leading Rays, means the Braves will have to put one of their other six starters into a relief role.

2h ago

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: The real Acuña Jr. is back – and Philly hates it

It’s not easy to admit that doubts about Ronald Acuña Jr. creep into my head from time to time. But these are pushed aside now that he's producing again.

MLB

Acuña’s homer, Riley’s triple stun Phillies in 5-4 Braves win

The 85-58 Braves are now up five games in the NL East.

Georgia Bulldogs

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How the Top 25 should look after frantic football weekend

LSU's win over Clemson should open AP Top 25 pollsters' eyes.

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BULLDOGS

Injured UGA RB provides update on his health after offseason accident

Dante Dowdell shared that he suffered a punctured lung, broken ribs, nerve damage to his right arm and broke both collarbones. He also had nine staples in his head.

BULLDOGS

This key stat shows Georgia QB Gunner Stockton’s noticeable improvement

Of all the stats to quantify Gunner Stockton’s debut, the most interesting might be zero.

Atlanta Falcons

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NFL

Falcons’ Penix to be inactive vs. Steelers, team ‘confident’ in rehab plan

Coach Kevin Stefanski didn’t put a timeframe on when Mike Penix Jr. may be ready to play, but he's optimistic about the path Penix is currently on.

2h ago

NFL

Falcons tab Tua Tagovailoa as starting QB for season opener at Steelers

Former Dolphins starter beats Michael Penix Jr. in summerlong competition.

NFL

Nick Folk’s late-career resurgence gives Falcons an answer to kicking woes

Nick Folk comes to Atlanta having missed three field goals total over the last three seasons. In 2025 alone, Falcons kickers missed seven.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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KEN SUGIURA

Weak where it was supposed to be strong, Georgia Tech flubs opener

Tech's offense did not produce a touchdown in its nine possessions against Colorado. The defense had its moments but gave way when the game was on the line.

YELLOW JACKETS

Takeaways from Georgia Tech’s stunning loss to Colorado in season opener

Georgia Tech football’s season-opening loss to Colorado on Thursday produced perplexing scenes at Bobby Dodd Stadium.

Georgia Tech football falls to Colorado in wild season-opening ending

Georgia Tech held a lead inside the final minute Thursday against Colorado. But the Yellow Jackets couldn’t hang on.

Atlanta United FC

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MLS

Atlanta United loses to Charlotte FC, ending rare win streak

Atlanta United's three-game winning streak ended Saturday with a 2-0 loss to Charlotte FC, dropping the Five Stripes to 13th in the Eastern Conference.

MLS

‘I want to win’: Breel Embolo joins Atlanta United in playoff hunt

Atlanta United is riding a 3-game win streak for the first time in five seasons and just got a big boost after making a major summer transfer window splash by signing Embolo.

MLS

Atlanta tops Sporting KC to win third straight

United won three straight games — including two consecutive home matches — for the first time since 2021.

Atlanta Hawks

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NBA

Hawks, Skyhawks shuffle staffing

Atlanta and its College Park G League affiliate say Ryan Silverstein will become the fifth general manager of the Skyhawks.

NBA

Former Hawks forward Kuminga reportedly agrees to 2-year deal with Minnesota

Jonathan Kuminga has agreed to a new deal to join the Timberwolves, according to a report.

NBA

Hawks assistant GM Kyle Korver stepping away from franchise

Hawks assistant general manager Kyle Korver has stepped away from the organization.

High Schools

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WOMEN’S TEAM GOLF

Atlanta Drive announces roster for inaugural WTGL season

In team golf match play, three team members compete in an interactive format that features fast-paced action with players mic’d up.

TOUR CHAMPIONSHP

Scheffler claims FedEx Cup, passes Tiger Woods in PGA Tour career earnings

PHOTOS: Tour Championship enters Round 2

Scottie Scheffler moved up the leaderboard Friday while reigning Masters' champion Rory McIlroy struggled during Round 2 of the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club in At...

PHOTOS: Georgia football season opener vs. Tennessee State

Georgia football season opener against Tennessee State

Georgia vs Tennessee State in Georgia’s season opener at Sanford Stadium

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Georgia players enter the field before Georgia hosts Tennessee State in their season opener at Sanford Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026, in Athens, Ga. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Here are 10 players who stood out in Georgia’s big win over Tennessee State

A backup quarterback and two wide receivers make an impression on offense, and two linebackers contributed to sacks for the defense in the Bulldogs' 63-3 rout.

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AJC Varsity rankings: Upset wins put 3 teams in top 10 for first time in years

Marietta, Tucker and Randolph-Clay entered the Top 10 after beating ranked teams for the first time in years.

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NFL

Nick Folk’s late-career resurgence gives Falcons an answer to kicking woes

Nick Folk comes to Atlanta having missed three field goals total over the last three seasons. In 2025 alone, Falcons kickers missed seven.

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AP TOP 25

Atlanta games, Lane Kiffin key explosive college football action

Last-second finishes at Georgia Tech and Mercedes-Benz Stadium thrilled while Lane Kiffin's LSU Tigers dominated Clemson 51-10.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia handles business in season-opening win over Tennessee State

Georgia rolled to a 63-3 victory over Tennessee State in Athens on Saturday, getting three early touchdowns from RB Nate Frazier and strong play from QB Gunner Stockton.

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MLB

First-inning failures prove fatal as Braves lose to Phillies

The Phillies (80-62) evened the series at a game apiece and crept back into four games of the first-place Braves.

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BULLDOGS

Talyn Taylor, Elyiss Williams make ‘good first impression’ for UGA offense

Second-year pass catchers Talyn Taylor and Elyiss Williams impressed against Tennessee State on Saturday, giving the Bulldogs promising production from former 5-star recruits.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia dominates Tennessee State in record heat

Despite record heat for a home opener, Georgia dominated Tennessee State, 63-3, Saturday at Sanford Stadium.

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Auburn inches past Baylor, 17-16, in Alex Golesh’s debut with Tigers

Auburn won a thrilling season-opening game against Baylor, 17-16, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday.

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BULLDOGS

Here’s why Georgia was without one of its top pass rushers on Saturday

Georgia was without redshirt freshman Chase Linton on Saturday, here's why.