Falcons hoping newly signed Hawk makes quick impact - Associated Press
Head coach Dan Quinn believes linebacker AJ Hawk, signed this week, can aid an injury-plagued group at linebacker.
**Quarter-season awards for every major category - ESPN** Bill Barnwell picked one Falcon as the league's most valuable player so far.
Defending ? You're going to need some help - USA Today
Several legendary defensive backs discuss what it takes to cover Atlanta's star receiver.
**Sure hands helping Falcons’ offense roll - Atlanta Journal-Constitution** A low number of drops has helped Atlanta's offense get off to a fast start.
**Kyle Shanahan and the Evolution of a Young Coach - MMQB** Albert Breer writes about the maturation of the Falcons' offensive coordinator.
**Madden Simulation: Defense Steps Up at Mile High - AtlantaFalcons.com** The latest Madden 17 simulation thinks Atlanta's defense will perform well on Sunday.
Broncos’ Gary Kubiak: QB Trevor Siemian took ‘big step forward’ - ESPN
Siemian, Denver's No. 1 quarterback, is working through an injury to his non-throwing shoulder and expects to start in Week 5.
