Improved Atlanta Falcons Defense Getting Press
The Falcoholic sees a little bit of press for the Atlanta Falcons defense. Dave Choate can't help but wonder who to give the most credit to.
| Final - 10.3.2010 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Atlanta Falcons | 0 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
Stories
49ers-Falcons: Did the 49ers defense choke?
We look back at the 49ers defensive performance against the Falcons and whether they choked.
NFL Defenses Targeting Roddy White: How The Falcons Respond
The Falcoholic sees that opposing defense are double teaming talented wide receiver Roddy White. The solution? Dave Choate has three.
Golden Nuggets: Expectations Aren't High
Tuesday, October 5th edition of the Golden Nuggets, a daily compilation of 49ers links from around the web.
Mike Singletary Day After Press Conference Transcript
We break down Coach Singletary's day after press conference transcript.
Sean Weatherspoon's Ankle, Meet Falcons Fans' Hopes And Dreams
The Falcoholic talks about the cloak and dagger nature of the Atlanta Falcons with injuries. That leads into a discussion of Sean Weatherspoon, who is being touted a little too highly heading into the fifth week of the season.
49ers QB Alex Smith: You're Killing Me Smalls!
We break down Alex Smith's two interceptions that cost the 49ers dearly against the Falcons.
Falcons Edge 49ers 16-14: How I Learned To Love A Win
The Atlanta Falcons pulled out a narrow 16-14 win against the San Francisco 49ers. This team has no quit in them, Dave Choate writes.
Golden Nuggets: Well, that's that, I suppose.
Monday, October 4th edition of the Golden Nuggets, a daily compilation of 49ers links from around the web.
One Falcon To Watch: Michael Turner
Every Sunday, The Falcoholic selects one player likely to make a difference in the upcoming game. This week, it's running back Michael Turner.
Four Critical Matchups In The Falcons-49ers Game
The Falcoholic continues a popular weekly series. This week, it's time to examine important matchups from the upcoming Atlanta Falcons-San Francisco 49ers game.
49ers-Falcons: Final Injury Report and Mike Singletary Transcript
We break down the final injury report of the week
GameThreads
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Boxscore
| FINAL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 14 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 |
| Atlanta | 0 | 10 | 3 | 3 | 16 |
| Scoring Drives |
|---|
| Quarter 1 |
| 5:57 left: San Francisco Touchdown - 12-yard pass from Alex Smith to Vernon Davis. (Joe Nedney extra point is good). 10 plays, 88 yds, 6:16 min. |
| 5:57 left: 10 plays, 88 yds, 6:16 min. |
| 4:26 left: San Francisco Touchdown - Taylor Mays recovered blocked punt in the end zone. (Joe Nedney extra point is good). |
| 4:26 left: |
| Quarter 2 |
| 13:09 left: Atlanta Touchdown - 8-yard pass from Matt Ryan to Harry Douglas. (Matt Bryant extra point is good). 12 plays, 71 yds, 6:17 min. |
| 13:09 left: 12 plays, 71 yds, 6:17 min. |
| 0:00 left: Atlanta Field Goal - 37-yarder by Matt Bryant. 11 plays, 49 yds, 1:13 min. |
| Quarter 3 |
| 5:49 left: Atlanta Field Goal - 31-yarder by Matt Bryant. 7 plays, 41 yds, 3:27 min. |
| Quarter 4 |
| 0:02 left: Atlanta Field Goal - 43-yarder by Matt Bryant. 12 plays, 68 yds, 1:20 min. |
| Team statistics | San Francisco | Atlanta |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards Average Plays | 262 4.7 56 | 357 4.8 75 |
| Time of Possession | 30:41 | 29:19 |
| First Downs Run Pass Penalty | 17 5 10 2 | 23 9 12 2 |
| Third Down Conversions | 6-12-50% | 5-14-36% |
| Fourth Down Conversions | 1-1-100% | 1-1-100% |
| Passing Yards Completions-Attempts Average Interceptions-Yards Sacks-Yards Lost | 181 21-32 5.5 2-15 1-7 | 259 26-43 5.6 2-39 3-14 |
| Rushing Yards Attempts Average | 81 23 3.5 | 98 29 3.4 |
| Return Yards Punt returns-Yards Kickoff returns-Yards | 23 0-0 2-23 | 109 2-32 3-77 |
| Turnovers Fumbles-Lost Interceptions-Yards | 3 3-1 2-15 | 2 0-0 2-39 |
| Penalties-Yards | 6-41 | 4-60 |
| Punts-Average (Net Avg.) | 5-43.2 (36.8) | 5-33.0 (33.0) |
| Tackles Solo Assists | 64 56 8 | 50 44 6 |
Officials: Tony Corrente (Referee), Fred Bryan (Umpire), John McGrath (Head Linesman), Adrian Hill (Line Judge), Allen Baynes (Side Judge), Gregory Wilson (Back Judge), Gary Cavaletto (Field Judge)
