... record during their 2007 campaign, the Atlanta Falcons decided it was time to turn things around.

To do so, they brought in running back Michael Turner, who they signed away from the San Diego Chargers, and gave a new face to the franchise by selecting quarterback Matt Ryan of Boston College with the No. 3 overall pick. The moves were definitely a step in the right direction, but no one could have foreseen how quickly this franchise was going to enjoy success.

The Falcons started the season in outstanding fashion, easily defeating the Detroit Lions 34-21, and then never looked back in compiling an 11-5 record. As a whole, the Falcons&...

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