Michael Turner

  1. Atlanta Falcons' Steven Jackson Serves as Michael Turner's Replacement

    When the Atlanta Falcons released Michael Turner this offseason, it made sense to most people. He was already being phased out of their running game (the Falcons gave him 79 fewer ...

    Kahlil Najar Written by Kahlil Najar about 2 months ago 6,635 reads 34 comments

  2. 10 Players NFL Teams Will Be Happy to See off Their Rosters in 2013

    With free agency set to kick off on Tuesday, many NFL teams will be excited to add new talent, while other teams will simply be happy seeing certain players off their respective rosters...

    Marques Eversoll Written by Marques Eversoll about 2 months ago 4,915 reads 1 comments

  3. Packers Need to Avoid a Disintegrating Michael Turner

    The Green Bay Packers need help in the backfield. Michael Turner , recently released by the Atlanta Falcons (h/t ESPN's Adam Schefter ), had a rough 2012 but was coming off two straight 1,300-plus-yard seasons...

    Andrew Garda Written by Andrew Garda about 3 months ago 8,738 reads 35 comments

  4. NFL Free Agents 2013: Breaking Down the Best Fits for Michael Turner

    In a cap move, the Falcons are likely to release running back Michael Turner, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter . Due to make $6.9 million next year, Turner is coming off his worst season in Atlanta, averaging just 3...

    Ryan Clutter Written by Ryan Clutter about 3 months ago 1,410 reads 0 comments

  5. Michael Turner: Why Releasing RB Would Benefit Falcons in Long Run

    The word is out—the Atlanta Falcons might be saying goodbye to Michael Turner . And while some Falcons fans may be hesitant to see their beloved running back leave, the move makes sense for a number of cold reasons...

    Dan Carson Written by Dan Carson about 3 months ago 4,375 reads 10 comments

  6. Cutting Michael Turner Would Greatly Alter Falcons' Offseason Priorities

    ESPN analyst Adam Schefter didn ’t completely answer the question lingering around Flowery Branch this offseason, but shed some serious light Friday on whether running back Michael Turner would be cut to clear cap space...

    Knox Bardeen Written by Knox Bardeen about 3 months ago 3,262 reads 22 comments

  7. Atlanta Falcons Will Reportedly Release RB Michael Turner

    After five seasons, the Michael Turner era in Atlanta will reportedly come to an end. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN , the Falcons are "likely" to let Turner go to save money against the salary cap for 2013...

    Adam Wells Written by Adam Wells about 3 months ago 67,507 reads 107 comments

  8. Ranking the Biggest Free Agent Priorities for the Atlanta Falcons

    The Atlanta Falcons are weeks away from entering the free agency period. While general manager Thomas Dimitroff is more known for making blue-collar moves, he always seems to make at least one blockbuster move an offseason...

    Mike Foster Written by Mike Foster about 3 months ago 5,170 reads 11 comments

  9. 2013 NFL Free Agency: Which Big Player Could Be Cut Next?

    With the recent news of the release of star defensive back Charles Woodson, there is perhaps one big question in response to the story: Who’s next? Many teams have financial issues this offseason...

    Nathan Tessler Written by Nathan Tessler about 3 months ago 663 reads 0 comments

  10. Why Michael Turner Shouldn't Be Cut by the Atlanta Falcons to Create Cap Space

    It’s a very popular sentiment right now to cast Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner out like last night’s trash...

    Knox Bardeen Written by Knox Bardeen about 3 months ago 5,520 reads 51 comments

  11. Bleacher Report Atlanta Falcons Mailbag: 2013 Offseason Kickoff

    It's been a great season for the Atlanta Falcons , who finished just a few points shy of the Super Bowl. The mailbag is back to answer all of the questions that need addressed this offseason...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 3,456 reads 18 comments

  12. Breaking Down the Atlanta Falcons Roster, Position-by-Position Analysis

    The Atlanta Falcons had a franchise year in 2012, but struggles with holding leads and a lack of pass rush haunted them in the NFC Championship loss to the San Francisco 49ers ...

    Mike Foster Written by Mike Foster about 4 months ago 5,310 reads 20 comments

  13. Michael Turner Injury: Updates on Falcons RB's Ankle

    Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner injured his ankle in the NFC Championship Game, and the team's official Twitter account said he is questionable to return: INJURY UPDATE: Michael Turner has an ankle injury...

    Austin Green Written by Austin Green about 4 months ago 794 reads 1 comments

  14. NFC Championship 2013: Michael Turner Needs Stellar Performance

    Michael Turner returned from the dead last week to send the Atlanta Falcons to the NFC Championship Game. Atlanta now needs him to stay alive for at least one more game. The Burner looked burned out throughout the season, averaging a career-worst 3...

    Andrew Gould Written by Andrew Gould about 4 months ago 562 reads 0 comments

  15. Atlanta Falcons: Playoffs Are Not the Time to Try to Force Turner

    With a receiving trio as good as the one the Atlanta Falcons have, there's no questioning why Dirk Koetter implemented the pass-first offense that he did in his first year as the team's offensive coordinator...

    Mike Foster Written by Mike Foster about 4 months ago 2,438 reads 13 comments

  16. Michael Turner: Atlanta Falcons Playoffs Might Be Audition for 2013

    Michael Turner and the Atlanta Falcons are at a crossroads. The once run-heavy Falcons have transitioned to pass-first team. Turner was built for a ground-and-pound offense. Now, the future of both could be in jeopardy...

    Christopher Beheler Written by Christopher Beheler about 5 months ago 4,529 reads 48 comments

  17. Buffalo Bills Should Maximize Fred Jackson's Value

    Fred Jackson is a very good player and person. He can carry a workload and he is a very smart player. He is also on the wrong side of a running back's lifespan and there is a new stud in Buffalo...

    Aaron McKinney Written by Aaron McKinney about 5 months ago 727 reads 5 comments

  18. Giants vs. Falcons: 10 Keys to an Atlanta Win

    The Atlanta Falcons face the New York Giants on Sunday in their first regular season match since 2009. It will be their 21st meeting of the series. The series record is split with both teams having won ten games and New York winning the last three...

    Jim Morris Written by Jim Morris about 5 months ago 541 reads 0 comments

  19. Fantasy Football: 20 Fun Facts to Consider When Crafting Week 14 Lineups

    Here are 20 fun facts involving some of the NFL 's biggest stars leading up to Week 14—the first playoff weekend on the universal fantasy calendar. Hopefully, these numbers-based revelations will help bring clarity to your lineup dilemmas...

    Jay Clemons Written by Jay Clemons about 6 months ago 9,574 reads 35 comments

  20. Atlanta Falcons: Biggest Disappointments of 2012 Season so Far

    As a team, the Atlanta Falcons are experiencing one of the best seasons in franchise history. The same can't be said for the Falcons individually, however...

    Justin Blanchard Written by Justin Blanchard about 6 months ago 912 reads 5 comments

  21. Fantasy Football: Russell Wilson Headlines Week 14 Stock Report

    The following countdown details The Fantasy Blog 's stock report heading into NFL Week 14. Just like the American stock market, these 14 assets are prone to evolving (or devolving) value swings throughout the season...

    Jay Clemons Written by Jay Clemons about 6 months ago 20,788 reads 100 comments

  22. Fantasy Football Week 14 Projections: Josh Freeman and Top Matchup Plays

    It's that most wonderful time of the year. No, not Christmas silly, although I suppose that's fine too. It's the start of the playoffs in many fantasy football leagues, as the league's ...

    Gary Davenport Written by Gary Davenport about 6 months ago 11,866 reads 23 comments

  23. Regardless of Numbers, Michael Turner Must Be Falcons Go-to Running Back

    Michael Turner 's first-half performance against the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football proved his worth to the Atlanta Falcons , at least this season. Turner's numbers are not impressive this year...

    Nick Kostora Written by Nick Kostora about 6 months ago 420 reads 3 comments

  24. Saints vs. Falcons: Fantasy Studs and Duds in Divisional Showdown

    When last these two teams met in Week 10, Saints QB Drew Brees and Falcons QB Matt Ryan completed 65 percent of their passes (55-of-84) for 709 yards, six touchdowns and two interceptions...

    Rick Weiner Written by Rick Weiner about 6 months ago 1,375 reads 4 comments

  25. Saints vs. Falcons: Bold Predictions and Fantasy Preview for NFL Week 13

    The New Orleans Saints (5-6) travel to the Georgia Dome to take on the Atlanta Falcons (10-1) for the NFL ’s Week 13 installment of Thursday Night Football ...

    Jeremy Sickel Written by Jeremy Sickel about 6 months ago 3,498 reads 0 comments