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Some Fast Facts About Falcons Football
The season is just around the corner - how do you think the team will fare this year?
The Atlanta Falcons opened their 2013 training camp Wednesday (July 24) in Flowery Branch.
Here are five key facts about the team and the upcoming season:
- PRESEASON OPENER: Thursday, Aug. 8, at Georgia Dome vs. Cincinnati (8 p.m.)
- SEASON OPENER: Sunday, Sept. 1, at New Orleans.
- NEW FACES: RB Steven Jackson, DE Osi Umenyinora.
- KEY DEPARTURES: RB Michael Turner, DE John Abraham.
- 2: Number of division titles the Falcons have won since Mike Smith took over as head coach in 2008.
-- How do you think the Falcons will do this season? Tell us in the comments below.
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