Atlanta Falcons lineman Chris Lindstrom nominated for NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year

The Atlanta Falcons recognized offensive lineman Chris Lindstrom for supporting people living with intellectual disabilities. He's the team's 2022 Walter Payton May of the Year.

Mills Lane, legendary boxing referee has died

Lane was best known for his catchphrase before fights, “Let's get it on.”

Portugal rolls with Cristiano Ronaldo on bench — will he stay there?

One of the greatest players of his generation, Ronaldo has made it clear for months, if not years, that he has no intention of riding off quietly into the sunset.

Georgia Football QB Stetson Bennett among Heisman Trophy finalists

Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Stetson Bennett was among the four finalists for the Heisman Trophy named on Monday night.

Stetson Bennett named Heisman finalist
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Stetson Bennett, a sixth-year player from Blackshear, Georgia, does know how to win, though. He has quarterbacked the defending national champion Bulldogs to a second straight spot in the College Football Playoff and is 24-1 as a starter since last season.

49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo to undergo season ending surgery

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, will undergo season ending foot surgery. Garoppolo was carted off the field after suffering a foot injury on Sunday. 

UGA football legend Quentin Moses remembered as 'protector' by his family

Quentin Moses' legacy on the field will be remembered as tenacious and fierce. His legacy off the field will transcend sacking a LSU quarterback JaMarcus Russell in the biggest game of his life.

UGA fans excited by SEC Championship win, eyes set on College Football Playoff

The University of Georgia Bulldogs easily got the win over the LSU Tigers 50 to 30. Now fans have their sights on back-to-back National Championships.

Colorado hires Deion Sanders to turn around program

Deion Sanders is taking over as head coach at Colorado, bringing his charisma and larger-than-life persona to a beleaguered Pac-12 program that’s plunged to the bottom of college football.

No. 1 Georgia romps into playoff with 50-30 SEC win vs LSU

With all sorts of turmoil behind them in the rankings, the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs left no doubt about the top team heading into the College Football Playoff, dismantling No. 11 LSU 50-30 in the Southeastern Conference championship game Saturday.

Rise Up Tonight - Rise Up for Atlanta
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In addition to "Red Helmet Week", it's also "My Cause, My Cleats Week." Victor Prieto has more on a heartwarming surprise for one pair of cleats.

Rise Up Tonight - Falcons Fits
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it's a new week of Walkin' In and we're featuring the fashions of Cordarrelle Patterson, Isaiah Oliver, Lorenzo Carter, Grady Jarrett, and a special surprise.

Rise Up Tonight - In the Nest
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The Queen of Falcons Twitter joins the team to talk Dirty Birds, the community, and the difference in the sports landscape for women.

Rise Up Tonight - Question of the Week
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This week we went even more below the surface, asking the Dirty Birds about their hidden talents. Some are definitely a surprise.

World Cup Friday guide: South Korea tops Portugal; both advance

Despite Friday's loss, Portugal won Group H for the first time since 2006. South Korea, which is through to the knockout stage on the goals scored tiebreaker, is the group's runner-up.

Brazil fans at World Cup game salute soccer great Pelé

The 82-year-old Pelé, who had a colon tumor removed last year, was hospitalized Tuesday in Sao Paulo to regulate his medication.

Hughes Panthers, their QB have eyes on 6A crown

Hughes quarterback Prentiss Air Noland is really living up to his name, as he's led the Panthers to their second straight Class 6A state semifinal game.