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ATLANTA, GA - JANUARY 13: Julio Jones #11 of the Atlanta Falcons carries the ball during the NFC Divisional Playoff Game against the Seattle Seahawks at Georgia Dome on January 13, 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Monkey Not Off Falcons’ Back Yet

When the Atlanta Falcons beat the Seattle Seahawks, they earned the first playoff win for both Matt Ryan and Tony Gonzalez. The entire franchise was able to breathe a sigh of relief, but will need to re-focus with San Francisco up next. With the winner heading to the Super Bowl, Atlanta must be careful to not suffer an emotional let down, and will face even more pressure as the stakes have been raised.

2013/01/18

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 10: Antonio Gates #85 of the San Diego Chargers is tackled by the Oakland Raiders defense during their season opener at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 10, 2012 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Disappointing Chargers Team Hopes to End Season on Positive Note

The 6-9 Chargers have failed to make the playoffs for a third straight year. Head coach Norv Turner will likely not return for the 2013 campaign. San Diego is led by quarterback Philip Rivers, running back Ryan Mathews, receiver Malcom Floyd, and tight end Antonio Gates.

2012/12/28

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Oakland Raiders Hope An Injured Pittsburgh Steelers Team Is Easier Task

The Pittsburgh Steelers are hobbling to Oakland with injuries on both sides of the ball. The Raiders are hoping to take advantage of that situation, but they’re going to have to do all they can to get ahead early and stay there.

2012/09/22

Calvin Johnson and Tarell Brown  (credit: Dave Reginek/Getty Images)

To Stop Detroit, 49ers Must First Stop Calvin Johnson

The 49ers and the Lions meet on Sunday in a battle of two the NFC’s best. The Lions are led by quarterback Matt Stafford and receiver Calvin Johnson on offense and their defense has one of the best defensive tackles in the game in Ndamukong Suh. While both teams are talented, the 49ers will be able to rely on their experience and mental toughness to wear out and outlast Detroit.

2012/09/14

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To Stop Packers, 49ers Must Stop Aaron Rodgers

The San Francisco 49ers do not have the luxury of easing into the 2012 season. First up on the schedule is the Green Bay Packers, a team with multiple Pro Bowlers on both sides of the ball, yet it’s their offense that steals the show.

2012/09/07

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