Sunday, January 20 2013 8:55 PM EST2013-01-21 01:55:04 GMT
The Falcons blew another postseason lead, and this time Matt Ryan couldn't help Atlanta recover in a 28-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday.
The Falcons blew another postseason lead, and this time Matt Ryan couldn't help Atlanta recover in a 28-24 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game Sunday.
Saturday, January 19 2013 10:15 PM EST2013-01-20 03:15:04 GMT
The Atlanta Falcons are hosting the San Francisco 49ers for the NFC Championship. A lot of things were happening the day before the big game throughout the metro Atlanta area.
The Atlanta Falcons are hosting the San Francisco 49ers for the NFC Championship. A lot of things were happening the day before the big game throughout the metro Atlanta area.
Carlos Rogers had one word to describe his homecoming in Atlanta when the San Francisco 49ers face the Falcons in Sunday's NFC championship: expensive.
Carlos Rogers had one word to describe his homecoming in Atlanta when the San Francisco 49ers face the Falcons in Sunday's NFC championship: expensive.
Friday, January 18 2013 6:30 PM EST2013-01-18 23:30:31 GMT
Sporting goods stores say demand for Atlanta Falcons gear has never been higher. They'll be ready to sell NFC championship hats and shirts after the big win on Sunday.
Sporting goods stores say demand for Atlanta Falcons gear has never been higher. They'll be ready to sell NFC championship hats and shirts after the big win on Sunday.
Friday, January 18 2013 5:38 PM EST2013-01-18 22:38:08 GMT
The women closest to the Falcons say the team knows just how much Atlanta is anticipating Sunday's game.
The women closest to the Falcons say the team knows just how much Atlanta is anticipating Sunday's game. The wives and girlfriends of some Falcons players stopped by the FOX 5 Tailgate Party and gave some insight into what's on their husbands' minds as the big game approaches.
Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith says defensive end John Abraham and defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux will be listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC title game against San Francisco.
Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith says defensive end John Abraham and defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux will be listed as questionable for Sunday's NFC title game against San Francisco.
Friday, January 18 2013 9:02 AM EST2013-01-18 14:02:59 GMT
Beating the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday will propel the Atlanta Falcons into the Super Bowl. Former Falcon Brian Finneran spoke with Good Day's Buck Lanford on Friday about the important game.
Beating the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday will propel the Atlanta Falcons into the Super Bowl. Former Falcon Brian Finneran spoke with Good Day's Buck Lanford on Friday and filled us in on the Falcons need to do to make it the big game!
Friday, January 18 2013 8:54 AM EST2013-01-18 13:54:30 GMT
The NFC Championship game between the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers is this Sunday, and Good Day Atlanta has begun it's tailgating celebration!
The NFC Championship game between the Atlanta Falcons and the San Francisco 49ers is this Sunday, and Good Day Atlanta has begun it's tailgating celebration!
Friday, January 18 2013 7:56 AM EST2013-01-18 12:56:14 GMT
The Atlanta Falcons hope a trip to the Super Bowl is in their future, but it's still a thrill to watch the Matt Bryant's field goal that won put them in Sunday's NFC championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.
The Atlanta Falcons hope a trip to the Super Bowl is in their future, but it's still a thrill to watch the Matt Bryant's field goal that won put them in Sunday's NFC championship game against the San Francisco 49ers.
Cornerback Christopher Owens practiced with the Atlanta Falcons for the first time in nearly a month Thursday, and star defensive end John Abraham remains hobbled by an injured left ankle.
Cornerback Christopher Owens practiced with the Atlanta Falcons for the first time in nearly a month Thursday, and star defensive end John Abraham remains hobbled by an injured left ankle.
Thursday, January 17 2013 6:00 PM EST2013-01-17 23:00:51 GMT
The Georgia Dome is preparing for the biggest Atlanta Falcons home game in history.
The Georgia Dome is preparing for the biggest Atlanta Falcons home game in history. The Falcons take on the San Francisco 49ers for the NFC Championship and a spot in the Super Bowl on Sunday.
Thursday, January 17 2013 9:40 AM EST2013-01-17 14:40:38 GMT
Are you excited about this weekend's NFC playoff game, but you aren't a die-hard football fan? Well, Good Day Atlanta can cure that.
Are you excited about this weekend's NFC playoff game, but you aren't a die-hard football fan? Well, Good Day Atlanta can cure that. Angela Davis and Marcelle English from Jersey Girl Sports had some tips for you novice fans.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 11:03 PM EST2013-01-17 04:03:45 GMT
"Gangnam Style" and the Atlanta Falcons have proven to be unstoppable in the last year, so it's no surprise that one diehard fan combined the two in one amusing mash-up.
"Gangnam Style" and the Atlanta Falcons have proven to be unstoppable in the last year, so it's no surprise that one diehard fan combined the two in one amusing mash-up.
Wednesday, January 16 2013 6:39 PM EST2013-01-16 23:39:22 GMT
The gates will open at the Georgia a couple of hours prior to the game's 3 p.m. kickoff, but Atlanta Police Officers said their officers and troops will be in place well ahead of that.
The gates will open at the Georgia a couple of hours prior to the game's 3 p.m. kickoff, but Atlanta Police Officers said their officers and troops will be in place well ahead of that.
The Atlanta Falcons are making contingency plans in case defensive end John Abraham is unable to play at full capacity in Sunday's NFC title game against San Francisco.
The Atlanta Falcons are making contingency plans in case defensive end John Abraham is unable to play at full capacity in Sunday's NFC title game against San Francisco.
Tuesday, January 15 2013 6:24 PM EST2013-01-15 23:24:04 GMT
Atlanta is one win away from getting back to the Super Bowl. If the Falcons make it, it won't be impossible for fans to get tickets to the big game, but it will take deep pockets.
Atlanta is one win away from getting back to the Super Bowl. If the Falcons make it, it won't be impossible for fans to get tickets to the big game, but it will take deep pockets.
Tuesday, January 15 2013 6:13 PM EST2013-01-15 23:13:18 GMT
While the whole town is raving about Atlanta's Dirty Birds, some Falcons fans are raving about some Dirty Birds you can only find on a menu in Kennesaw.
While the whole town is raving about Atlanta's Dirty Birds, some Falcons fans are raving about some Dirty Birds you can only find on a menu in Kennesaw.
Three young rappers are showing their love for the Dirty Birds. Mz. Diva, D. Starr and Princess D. are known as D-Squared.
Three young rappers are showing their love for the Dirty Birds. The group D'Squared has combined their love of music and football to sing the praises of the Atlanta Falcons.
Monday, January 14 2013 11:23 PM EST2013-01-15 04:23:08 GMT
Falcons fever is getting a grip on Atlanta residents.
Falcons fever is getting a grip on Atlanta residents. FOX 5 found everything from Dirty Bird cupcakes to Falcons haircuts as businesses and fans embrace the team's push toward the Super Bowl.
Monday, January 14 2013 11:14 PM EST2013-01-15 04:14:46 GMT
While Falcons kicker Matt Bryant said he wasn't nervous before kicking the winning 49-yard field goal on Sunday, his mother admits to having had some serious jitters.
While Falcons kicker Matt Bryant said he wasn't nervous before kicking the winning 49-yard field goal on Sunday, his mother admits to having had some serious jitters.
Monday, January 14 2013 5:38 PM EST2013-01-14 22:38:48 GMT
The Atlanta Falcons' playoff win brings more than just bragging rights; the success of the team is a jolt to the local economy as well as the city's image.
The Atlanta Falcons' playoff win brings more than just bragging rights; the success of the team is a jolt to the local economy as well as the city's image.
Monday, January 14 2013 5:17 PM EST2013-01-14 22:17:54 GMT
Some Atlanta Falcons fans say that the team doesn't get enough respect from sportswriters, analysts and other fans nationwide. They also say that the hate can be motivating.
Some Atlanta Falcons fans say that the team doesn't get enough respect from sportswriters, analysts and other fans nationwide. They also say that the hate can be motivating.
Monday, January 14 2013 7:36 AM EST2013-01-14 12:36:15 GMT
Repeat after us: The Falcons are ONE WIN away from the Super Bowl! We love saying it too! Lots of former Dirty Birds are singing the Falcons' praises for pulling off a huge victory.
Repeat after us: The Falcons are ONE WIN away from the Super Bowl! We love saying it too! Lots of former Dirty Birds are singing the Falcons' praises for pulling off a huge victory over Seattle on Sunday-- and Brian Finneran is one of them. He joined Good Day to talk about all the excitement.
Friday, January 11 2013 10:28 PM EST2013-01-12 03:28:29 GMT
There much more than a football game on the line when the Atlanta Falcons meet the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Civic bragging rights are also on the line.
There much more than a football game on the line when the Atlanta Falcons meet the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Civic bragging rights are also on the line.
Friday, January 11 2013 10:28 PM EST2013-01-12 03:28:15 GMT
Atlanta Falcons fans gathered for a pep rally at Dave and Busters in Marietta on Friday. Click the videos above to see the reports from FOX 5's Ken Rodriguez and Tom Haynes!
Atlanta Falcons fans gathered for a pep rally at Dave and Busters in Marietta on Friday. Click the videos above to see the reports from FOX 5's Ken Rodriguez and Tom Haynes!
Friday, January 11 2013 10:17 AM EST2013-01-11 15:17:22 GMT
Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback and color analyst for 790 The Zone, David Archer, spoke with Good Day's Buck Lanford about the upcoming playoff game with the Seahawks!
Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback and color analyst for 790 The Zone, David Archer, spoke with Good Day's Buck Lanford about the upcoming playoff game with the Seahawks!
Friday, January 11 2013 9:54 AM EST2013-01-11 14:54:48 GMT
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White is one of the NFL's best receivers in the game. His mother, Joenethia White, had to put him on the right track early in his career.
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Roddy White is one of the NFL's best receivers in the game. His mother, Joenethia White, had to put him on the right track early in his career.
Friday, January 11 2013 9:23 AM EST2013-01-11 14:23:28 GMT
Good Day Atlanta is rising up in support of the Atlanta Falcons! We are tailgating it with the Fanbulance, two of the Falcons cheerleaders, and Frank Ski.
Good Day Atlanta is rising up in support of the Atlanta Falcons! We are tailgating it with the Fanbulance, two of the Falcons cheerleaders, Frank Ski, and Roddy White's mother, grandmother and great grandmother!
Thursday, January 10 2013 11:20 PM EST2013-01-11 04:20:27 GMT
There are sure to be lots of people watching the Atlanta Falcons playoff game on Sunday in the comfort of their "man cave," but FOX 5's Tom Haynes found one woman whose team spirit is hard to beat.
There are sure to be lots of people watching the Atlanta Falcons playoff game on Sunday in the comfort of their "man cave," but FOX 5's Tom Haynes found one woman whose team spirit is hard to beat.
Thursday, January 10 2013 6:55 PM EST2013-01-10 23:55:26 GMT
The Atlanta Falcons are attempting to get back to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1999. One of the most famous "Dirty Birds" from that team talked to FOX 5's Marc Teichner on Thursday.
The Atlanta Falcons are attempting to get back to the Super Bowl for the first time since 1999. One of the most famous "Dirty Birds" from that team talked to FOX 5's Marc Teichner on Thursday.
