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Falcons smart to franchise tag Kyle Pitts, should avoid big-money extension
According to NFL Media, the Falcons plan to use the exclusive franchise tag on Pitts, the highest-drafted tight end in NFL history, before the start of free agency in March.
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Braves, Chris Sale agree to contract extension
The 2024 Cy Young winner agrees to a one-year extension worth $27 million. The deal also includes a club option for $30 million for the 2028 season.
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New details emerge in driving arrests of Georgia’s Chris Cole, Darren Ikinnagbon
Chris Cole's Mercedes GLE was traveling at 105 mph on Feb. 18, with Darren Ikinnagbon's Mercedes GLE about 10 feet behind on Outer Loop 10, according to the police report.
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Braves announce launch of own television network
The Braves organization will have full oversight of the production, sales, marketing and distribution of its telecasts.
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GHSA removes team from state tournament, reseeds Class 3A over missing scores
Upson-Lee’s boys are out, replaced by Cairo, and five other 3A teams move to other places in the bracket after the postseason formula was recalculated using the new scores.
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GM Ian Cunningham: Falcons plan to release quarterback Kirk Cousins
Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham says the team will release quarterback Kirk Cousins on March 11, ending his Atlanta tenure after 24 appearances and 22 starts.
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Down 9 suspended players, Cairo gets last-minute tournament berth after reseed
After the Georgia High School Association reconfigured the Class 3A playoff bracket, Cairo was suddenly in it — starting Wednesday night at Cedar Grove.
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GHSA basketball state tournament: Best first-round games, storylines to watch
Some ranked teams face off early as play begins Tuesday in boys, girls state basketball tournaments.
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Braves have a lot riding on Spencer Strider’s fastball
The pitch that helped him reach 500 strikeouts faster than any other starter in MLB history faltered after he came back from injury, but it looks to be returning this spring.







































