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Georgia loses defensive starter to foot injury before Ole Miss

Georgia Bulldogs announce DB Kyron Jones out indefinitely with a foot injury.

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Brent Key has drawn attention to Georgia Tech by putting steak before sizzle

National media, television coverage evidence Yellow Jackets’ plan is working.

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McEachern-Hillgrove game ‘feels like we are turning back the clock a bit’

No. 5 McEachern (7-0, 4-0 Region 3-6A) visits No. 10 Hillgrove (7-0, 4-0), with bragging rights — and a region title — on the line. Both teams are in Powder Springs.

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$17.6M indoor practice facility part of $246M North Clayton High project

A three-hole golf course and facilities will cost $9.9 million.

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Once perpetual underdogs, Georgia Tech now handling life as favorites

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have won four consecutive games as a ranked team, but they're slight underdogs going into Saturday's game at Duke.

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AJC Super 11: What to know about the 2025 selections

11 super insights into the 2025 edition of the AJC's Super 11, the 40th edition of our preseason listing of the top high school football players in Georgia.

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An impressive night for Hapeville’s Chris Booker, Georgia’s No. 1 OL prospect

Alabama commit put on a performance for those who pay mind to the offensive line.

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Gainesville aiming to upset Milton, take next step to ‘national brand’

Gainesville's Red Elephants visit national No. 13-ranked Milton Friday night. Beating the Eagles could be the next step toward making Gainesville a "national brand."

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Atlanta TV sports listings

A look at the TV listings for major sporting events for Atlanta today and this week.

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VOTE: Who would you hire as the next Braves manager?

Braves president of baseball operations Alex Anthopoulos will begin his search for Brian Snitker’s successor. Who would like to see take his place in the Braves’ dugout?

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VOTE: How many games will the Hawks win this season?

After an aggressive offseason by the Hawks, how do you feel Atlanta will fare once the regular season begins against the Raptors on Oct. 22.

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Two Braves players named Gold Glove finalists

Outfielder Michael Harris II is a surprising omission from the finalists for top defensive award.

Retired Braves manager Brian Snitker applauded at Falcons’ prime-time game

Former Atlanta Braves' manager Brian Snitker prompted applause from Falcons' fans when shown on the video board during Monday Night Football.

Braves ‘hope’ to have Ha-Seong Kim back in 2026

The Braves picked up Ha-Seong Kim off waivers late in the season and if he accepts a $16 million player option, he'd fill a significant off-season need 2026.

Georgia Bulldogs

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Lane Kiffin knows secret to success for Georgia QB Gunner Stockton: ‘Savvy’

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin is considered a quarterback guru, so when he speaks of Gunner Stockton's attributes, fans know to listen.

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Lane Kiffin not convinced Sanford Stadium noise the biggest factor ‘at all’

Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin said the Rebels' game with Georgia will come down to blocking and tackling, more so than crowd noise, and a win would be a big step for his program.

Georgia loses defensive starter to foot injury before Ole Miss

Georgia Bulldogs announce DB Kyron Jones out indefinitely with a foot injury.

Atlanta Falcons

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Falcons’ estimated injury report: Matthews would not have practiced

Team did not practice Wednesday but was required to file estimated injury report.

Falcons lineman Michael Jerrell ready to answer the bell when it rings

With some help from Atlanta's veterans, young offensive lineman Michael Jerrell steps in and plays well after Jake Matthews went down vs. the Bills.

What Falcons players had to say after the 24-14 win over the Bills

‘Man, we feel great,’ Kaden Elliss says. Bijan Robinson thanks God and teammates.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

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Once perpetual underdogs, Georgia Tech now handling life as favorites

The Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets have won four consecutive games as a ranked team, but they're slight underdogs going into Saturday's game at Duke.

Brent Key has drawn attention to Georgia Tech by putting steak before sizzle

National media, television coverage evidence Yellow Jackets’ plan is working.

Georgia Tech basketball teams picked to finish near the bottom of the ACC

Duke was tabbed as the ACC’s men's preseason favorite in a poll of a select media panel, while Georgia Tech was picked to finish 13th in the league.

Atlanta United FC

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Former Atlanta United teammates on why Brad Guzan is beloved

The retiring player has ‘got a ton of energy, and it’s infectious and it’s positive,’ one says.

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan retires: ‘You couldn’t ask for a better guy’

Atlanta United captain Brad Guzan announced his retirement Tuesday. Guzan has a franchise-high 303 appearances and has been with the team since its inaugural season.

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan announces retirement

Atlanta United captain Brad Guzan announced Tuesday that he will retire after the final match of the season Saturday.

Atlanta Hawks

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Hawks could give starters a run in final exhibition game

The team has a Thursday game at home against the Rockets before their season opener in one week.

Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher doesn’t feel like the same player from a year ago

After finishing second in Rookie of the Year voting last season, Zaccharie Risacher spent the offseason working out and playing with the French national team.

Hawks’ Asa Newell starts, capitalizes on opportunity in exhibition vs. Heat

Much like his time at Georgia, Newell leaned on his brother Jaden’s advice to hone in on the glass.

High Schools

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Maxwell football projections: LaGrange slight favorite over Troup in key 3A battle

Week 10 projections for Georgia high school football according to the current Maxwell ratings and actual scoring patterns.

Maxwell playoff projections: 4A Creekside heaviest favorite in all classes

While the Maxwell Ratings reflect team strength, the simulation highlights the impact of the season’s structure as defined by games, region alignments and playoff brackets.

New top teams in lower classes in Maxwell summary after Week 9

Classes 4A, 3A, 2A and A Division I saw second-rated teams make the leap to the top spot in the Maxwell Ratings for Georgia high school football after Week 9.

State Report

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Georgia State ready to play rival, but who’ll play quarterback?

Georgia Southern has won the last two games against Georgia State, which has yet to announce who will start at quarterback in the Georgia Grown Bowl.

Four-game winning streak sparks bowl dreams for Kennesaw State

KSU won only two games last year and was picked to finish last in Conference USA, but the climate has definitely changed.

For Hayes brothers, Georgia State-UGA exhibition a full-circle moment

Georgia State basketball coach Jonas Hayes and brother Jarvis, both former UGA players, will host the Bulldogs in an exhibition in Atlanta on Wednesday.

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Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson avoids a tackle to run for his touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Monday, October 13, 2025. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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For Hayes brothers, Georgia State-UGA exhibition a full-circle moment

Georgia State basketball coach Jonas Hayes and brother Jarvis, both former UGA players, will host the Bulldogs in an exhibition in Atlanta on Wednesday.

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Clinch County DB’s game-changing efforts lead HS football top performances

A blocked kick returned for a touchdown was only score in win over Brooks County.

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Hawks’ Asa Newell starts, capitalizes on opportunity in exhibition vs. Heat

Much like his time at Georgia, Newell leaned on his brother Jaden’s advice to hone in on the glass.

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Georgia loses defensive starter to foot injury before Ole Miss

Brent Key has drawn attention to Georgia Tech by putting steak before sizzle

McEachern-Hillgrove game ‘feels like we are turning back the clock a bit’

$17.6M indoor practice facility part of $246M North Clayton High project

Once perpetual underdogs, Georgia Tech now handling life as favorites

AJC Super 11: What to know about the 2025 selections

An impressive night for Hapeville’s Chris Booker, Georgia’s No. 1 OL prospect

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Two Braves players named Gold Glove finalists

Retired Braves manager Brian Snitker applauded at Falcons’ prime-time game

Braves ‘hope’ to have Ha-Seong Kim back in 2026

Lane Kiffin knows secret to success for Georgia QB Gunner Stockton: ‘Savvy’

Lane Kiffin not convinced Sanford Stadium noise the biggest factor ‘at all’

Georgia loses defensive starter to foot injury before Ole Miss

Falcons’ estimated injury report: Matthews would not have practiced

Falcons lineman Michael Jerrell ready to answer the bell when it rings

What Falcons players had to say after the 24-14 win over the Bills

Once perpetual underdogs, Georgia Tech now handling life as favorites

Brent Key has drawn attention to Georgia Tech by putting steak before sizzle

Georgia Tech basketball teams picked to finish near the bottom of the ACC

Former Atlanta United teammates on why Brad Guzan is beloved

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan retires: ‘You couldn’t ask for a better guy’

Atlanta United’s Brad Guzan announces retirement

Hawks could give starters a run in final exhibition game

Hawks’ Zaccharie Risacher doesn’t feel like the same player from a year ago

Hawks’ Asa Newell starts, capitalizes on opportunity in exhibition vs. Heat

Maxwell football projections: LaGrange slight favorite over Troup in key 3A battle

Maxwell playoff projections: 4A Creekside heaviest favorite in all classes

New top teams in lower classes in Maxwell summary after Week 9

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Four-game winning streak sparks bowl dreams for Kennesaw State

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