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Why signing Drake London for big money now is right move for Falcons

Opinion: It's good that the Falcons didn't wait until they had a better quarterback to throw to Drake London before signing the wide receiver to a rich contract extension.

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Falcons agree to new deal with receiver Drake London for 4 years, $141M

Falcons receiver Drake London has a new four-year contract worth $141 million and, with bonuses, can reach as much as $150 million.

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Olson’s homer lifts Braves to win over Blue Jays

The Braves open a three-game series in Atlanta with a win over the Blue Jays.

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COLLEGE SPORTS

SEC, Big Ten jointly announce opposition to Protect College Sports Act

A hearing on Capitol Hill will be held Wednesday, with former Alabama coach Nick Saban, Notre Dame athletic director Pete Bevacqua and Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould.

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Big second half gives Dream win over Sun in first Commissioner’s Cup matchup

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New GHSA rule yields more blockbuster high school football games in 2026

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Baseball finals recap: 3 teams win 1st titles; Loganville etches history

Three schools won their first-ever baseball titles this week as Georgia's high school state championships wrapped up.

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AJC VARSITY

Final girls basketball rankings: 4 first-time state champions finish No. 1

In the final girls basketball rankings after the state championships, four first-time winners finish No. 1.

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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.

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Atlanta Braves

Atlanta Braves first baseman Matt Olson (28) celebrates with teammates after hitting a solo home run during the sixth inning of a baseball game at Truist Park, Tuesday, June 2, 2026, in Atlanta. Atlanta Braves won 4-3 over Toronto Blue Jays. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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MLB

Olson’s homer lifts Braves to win over Blue Jays

The Braves open a three-game series in Atlanta with a win over the Blue Jays.

MLB

Spencer Schwellenbach on a 2026 return to the Braves: ‘That’s the goal’

Braves pitcher Spencer Schwellenbach, sidelined by bone spurs in his right elbow, hopes to return to the mound in 2026 but is taking it one day at a time.

MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: The real Ronald Acuña Jr. is back for Braves

The Atlanta Braves welcome back the full Acuña experience, make tough infield calls, and watch the Dream turn defense into dominance.

Georgia Bulldogs

Georgia Bulldogs pitcher Caden Aoki receives high-fives after finishing the fifth inning of Sunday's NCAA Regional final game. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Georgia AD Josh Brooks unhappy with baseball super regional start times

Georgia athletic director Josh Brooks posted on social media his displeasure with the baseball team's early game times for its super regional against Mississippi State.

BULLDOGS

Schedule set for Georgia’s NCAA super regional against Mississippi State

Georgia baseball's NCAA super regional in Athens against Mississippi State is a three-game series that will determine who advances to the College World Series.

BULLDOGS

Two Georgia players were in the stands for Tech’s shocking elimination loss

Georgia third baseman Tre Phelps and shortstop Kolby Branch made the short drive over to watch rival Georgia Tech see its season come to an end at the hands of Oklahoma.

Atlanta Falcons

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (5) reacts after a first down during the second half of an NFL game against the Carolina Panthers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Why signing Drake London for big money now is right move for Falcons

Opinion: It's good that the Falcons didn't wait until they had a better quarterback to throw to Drake London before signing the wide receiver to a rich contract extension.

NFL

Falcons agree to new deal with receiver Drake London for 4 years, $141M

Falcons receiver Drake London has a new four-year contract worth $141 million and, with bonuses, can reach as much as $150 million.

Penix, Tagovailoa are ‘working together’ to benefit each other, Falcons

Falcons quarterbacks Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa are competing for the team's starting job, but they're "working together" for the benefit of themselves and the team.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey celebrates his two-run home run against Illinois Chicago during the Atlanta Regional at Russ Chandler Stadium on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Atlanta. Lackey leaves college among the most coveted prospects in the country. (Erik S. Lesser for the AJC)

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s Vahn Lackey looks like ‘franchise-changing player’ in MLB draft

An unheralded recruit from Suwanee, the Georgia Tech star transformed into the nation’s best catcher. And it’s the type of power that’ll draw national attention.

KEN SUGIURA

Heartbreak is Georgia Tech’s unshakeable postseason companion

Ken Sugiura writes of what was supposed to be the year for Georgia Tech baseball team, and how it all ended on Monday.

YELLOW JACKETS

James Ramsey explains late-game bullpen decisions in stunning loss to Oklahoma

Georgia Tech baseball coach James Ramsey explains late-game bullpen decisions in season-ending loss to Oklahoma.

Atlanta United FC

A recent search of four FIFA online ticket markets for World Cup matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium showed the lowest get-in price was $155, and that was to see two of the tournament's weaker teams (the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uzbekistan) in a game that may not matter when it's played June 27. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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KEN SUGIURA

Frustration, disappointment for Georgia soccer fans priced out of World Cup

Excitement reigned when Atlanta was named a FIFA World Cup host, but ticket prices started high and have stayed "out of reach," many fans are saying.

WORLD CUP

World Cup group stage won’t be smooth for U.S. if Almirón has his say about it

Atlanta United midfielder Miguel Almirón will represent Paraguay in the upcoming World Cup, and the country's first group-state opponent will be the United States.

WORLD CUP

Atlanta not represented on the 2026 USMNT World Cup roster. Who could be next?

There are no Atlanta products on this year's USMNT roster for the World Cup. But there are plenty of young players from the area that show potential to make the 2030 roster.

Atlanta Hawks

Hawks GM Onsi Saleh speaks at a press conference at State Farm Arena in Atlanta on Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. (Abbey Cutrer/AJC)

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NBA

Hawks give GM Onsi Saleh a promotion and a contract extension

Hawks GM Onsi Saleh, who was promoted to president of basketball operations, made moves that helped the team bypass the play-in tournament for the first time since 2020-21.

NBA

Hawks’ Jalen Johnson earns All-NBA honors after career-best season

In his fifth NBA season, Atlanta forward Jalen Johnson made the All-NBA third team following his first All-Star selection.

Hawks’ blowout loss to Knicks doesn’t look as bad in hindsight

Since the Hawks pushed the first-round matchup to six games, the Knicks have gone on to stack up nine consecutive wins in the playoffs.

High Schools

Loganville first basemen Zac Cuneio (left center) celebrates after Loganville beat Pope the seventh inning of Game 1 of the GHSA Class 5A baseball state championship series Monday, May 25, 2026, at Gwinnett Field in Lawrenceville. (Estela Muñoz/AJC)

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PHOTOS: Loganville take first game of Class 5A baseball championships

Loganville takes first game, but rain plays havoc with Class 5A schedule. Senior Jake Boland pitches a complete game, withstanding over an hour delay in the sixth inning.

PHOTOS: Milton girls lacrosse trying for another state championship

The Milton girls lacrosse team will be trying for its 19th state championship this month.

State Report

Patrons watch Cameron Young tee off on eighth hole during final round of the Masters, at Augusta National Golf Club, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Augusta. (Hyosub Shin/AJC)

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GOLF

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

Time to apply for coveted 2027 Masters Tournament tickets at Augusta National runs for three weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

Titans top Marist to repeat as GHSA Class 4A girls soccer champs

Exactly one year after downing Marist in the state finals, the Blessed Trinity Titans did it again, edging Marist 1-0 in the 4A girls soccer state championship.

AJC VARSITY

Prince Avenue’s Andrew Beard, the state’s No. 2 RB prospect, commits to Florida

The Prince Avenue Christian running back is the nephew of former Georgia All-American Garrison Hearst.

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Georgia Tech's Kent Schmidt (10) reacts after Oklahoma hit a solo home run against Tech during the 10th inning to win the Atlanta Regional elimination baseball game at Russ Chandler Stadium, Monday, June 1, 2026, in Atlanta. (Erik S. Lesser for the AJC)

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BULLDOGS

Two Georgia players were in the stands for Tech’s shocking elimination loss

Georgia third baseman Tre Phelps and shortstop Kolby Branch made the short drive over to watch rival Georgia Tech see its season come to an end at the hands of Oklahoma.

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YELLOW JACKETS

Drew Burress grows emotional discussing Georgia Tech teammate Vahn Lackey

Georgia Tech’s upset loss to Oklahoma in the Atlanta Regional ended the most illustrious baseball season in program history.

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BULLDOGS

The only thing in the way of Georgia baseball going to Omaha? The Bulldogs.

No. 3 seeded UGA will host No. 14 seeded Mississippi State, which it has beaten four times this season.

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GOLF

Masters lottery registration: 2027 ticket window open for limited time

Time to apply for coveted 2027 Masters Tournament tickets at Augusta National runs for three weeks. Here’s what you need to know.

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NFL

Falcons expect Avieon Terrell to be a ‘significant contributor’ as a rookie

The Falcons are counting on rookie cornerback Avieon Terrell to contribute in Year 1, though whether that will be on the perimeter or inside as a nickel is to be determined.

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YELLOW JACKETS

Georgia Tech’s season on the line vs. Oklahoma; here’s how to watch and more.

The Yellow Jackets are scheduled to play a rematch in an elimination game at 3 p.m.

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KEN SUGIURA

Frustration, disappointment for Georgia soccer fans priced out of World Cup

Excitement reigned when Atlanta was named a FIFA World Cup host, but ticket prices started high and have stayed "out of reach," many fans are saying.

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MICHAEL CUNNINGHAM

Weekend Reflections: The real Ronald Acuña Jr. is back for Braves

The Atlanta Braves welcome back the full Acuña experience, make tough infield calls, and watch the Dream turn defense into dominance.

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AJC VARSITY

Blazing speed at 14 years old: Meet the world-record-setting Ga. track phenom

Landmark Christian freshman Melanie Doggett of Fairburn set a 200-meter world record for 14-and-under girls while winning two GHSA state titles.

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BULLDOGS

Georgia baseball super regionals bound after win vs. Liberty

Tre Phelps crushed a two-run home run to left field to help Georgia beat Liberty and advance to the super regionals.