NCAA board supports name, image and likeness compensation

The NCAA is moving forward with a plan to allow college athletes to earn money for endorsements and a host of other activities involving personal appearances and social media.

Meaningful moment for Georgia mom during NFL Draft

Former Hiram High School standout Jonathan Greenard didn't much mind the wait before he was picked in the third round by the Houston Texans. His mom, on the other hand, got very nervous.

North Carolina governor OKs NASCAR to race at Charlotte

The governor of North Carolina says NASCAR can hold the Coca-Cola 600 without fans at Charlotte Motor Speedway at the end of May if health conditions do not deteriorate in the state.

Georgia State adds future series with UAB

Georgia State announced the Panthers will play a four-game home-and-home series with UAB, beginning in 2027.

Japan Medical Assn: Tokyo Olympics difficult without vaccine

The medical community in Japan is moving toward a consensus that holding next year’s Tokyo Olympics may hinge on finding a coronavirus vaccine.

Falcons WR Olamide Zaccheaus' puppy pulls off hilarious hijinx
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Olamide Zaccheaus wondered how his puppy kept getting out of its crate, and what he found on a recording later shows the dog takes after his dad in the athleticism department!

NBA reconsidering opening team facilities in states like Ga.
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The NBA has pushed back plans that would allow teams to reopen their practice facilities for at least one week, and cautioned that the new target is far from set in stone.

From D3 to NFL, Berry College receiver makes school history

Mason Kinsey has signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent, making him the first Berry College football player to sign with an NFL team.

NBA reconsidering opening team facilities in states like Ga.

The NBA has pushed back plans that would allow teams to reopen their practice facilities for at least one week, and cautioned that the new target is far from set in stone.

Falcons' college free agent signings include 2 metro area products

The Falcons announced Monday they have agreed to terms with 20 college free agents. Nine are on the defensive side of the ball and 11 are offensive players.

AP source: NBA training facilities to begin to reopen Friday

NBA players will be allowed to return to team training facilities starting Friday, provided that their local governments do not have a stay-at-home order prohibiting such movement still in place as part of the response to the coronavirus pandemic.

One-on-one with new Falcons DT Marlon Davidson
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After Atlanta drafted him in the second round of the 2020 NFL Draft, our Kelly Price caught up with the newest member of the Falcons.

Fromm drafted by Bills in fifth round

After declaring for the NFL Draft following his junior season, quarterback Jake Fromm waited for his name to be called until the fifth round on Saturday.

Jake Fromm reacts to being drafted by Bills in fifth round
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After declaring for the NFL Draft following his junior season, quarterback Jake Fromm waited for his name to be called until the fifth round on Saturday. The Buffalo Bills selected the Warner Robins product No. 167 overall, but he said it was worth the wait.

NFL Draft Day 3: Falcons start with addressing LB need

Atlanta started Day 3 with just three picks, with two in round four (No. 119 and No. 143 overall) and one in round seven (No. 228 overall).

Johns Creek High School lights up stadium as senior tribute

A metro Atlanta high school is making sure the pandemic does not take all of the big moments away from students this year.

Falcons pick Auburn defensive lineman Davidson in second round

The Atlanta Falcons added another piece to their defense in Friday night's second round of the NFL Draft. The team selected defensive lineman Marlon Davidson out of Auburn with the 47th overall pick.

Whitewater High School alum picked by Patriots

Former Whitewater High School standout Kyle Dugger is heading to New England. The Patriots selected safety Kyle Dugger in the second round on Friday night with the 37th overall pick.