The Atlanta Falcons saw their record fall to 1-6 on the NFL season, losing on the road at New Orleans Sunday 22-16. Byron Leftwich made his first start of the season at quarterback, replacing Joey Harrington. Leftwich was effective in leading the Falcons to a 13-7 halftime lead. However, he injured his right ankle in the 3rd quarter and had to leave the contest. Leftwich posted 15-of-23 passing for 145 yards and a touchdown. Harrington finished the game at QB.
Recapping the college football weekend: Ga Tech scored the 34-10 win over Army in Tech’s homecoming game in Atlanta. Bad news was the injury to running back Tashard Choice—MRI test results are expected later today.
Georgia Southern held-on for a big win on the road at Appalachain State, 38-35. The Eagles led 38-20 and were able to preserve the win down the stretch. Running back Lamar Lewis ran for 74 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
Recapping the college football weekend: Ga Tech scored the 34-10 win over Army in Tech’s homecoming game in Atlanta. Bad news was the injury to running back Tashard Choice—MRI test results are expected later today.
Georgia Southern held-on for a big win on the road at Appalachain State, 38-35. The Eagles led 38-20 and were able to preserve the win down the stretch. Running back Lamar Lewis ran for 74 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
