Minnesota Vikings fans had their hopes up this week that the NFL would conclude its investigation into alleged tampering between the Falcons and veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins.
Thus far this NFL season, there have been plenty of surprises. There are a total of six undefeated teams remaining, three in each conference, and a total of 7 teams that have yet to earn their first win.
With legalized sports betting on the rise across the country, it's no surprise that professional athletes will be caught in a tough situation. Today, the NFL announced a 1-year suspension of Atlanta Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley for betting on NFL Games.
If getting drafted was the first goal for Tyler Starr post college, his second was to secure a 53 man roster spot with the Atlanta Falcons. Starr has successfully completely that.
Rookie quarterback Geno Smith threw three touchdown passes and helped set up the game-winning field goal, as the New York Jets beat the Atlanta Falcons, 30-28, at the Georgia Dome on Monday night.