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**chefsos** · 09-18-2008, 08:51 PM

Falcons’ Abraham ready for Chiefs’ blockers
Falcons defensive end expects Kansas City will stack line against him
By D. ORLANDO LEDBETTER
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Thursday, September 18, 2008

Flowery Branch — Falcons defensive end John Abraham knows what awaits him Sunday, and he’s not too happy about it.

Abraham, who leads the NFL in sacks and has four of the Falcons’ five, knows that his former head coach Herm Edwards is going to send a lot of blockers his way when the Falcons play host to the Kansas City Chiefs at 1 p.m. at the Georgia Dome.

“I’ve been around Herm, so I know he’s not going to be like, ‘Hey, let John wild out today.’ I know it’s not going to be anything like that. So I’m not the happiest guy right now.”

Against the Chiefs, Abraham will face rookie left tackle Branden Albert, the 19th pick in the 2008 draft.

“He’s young, and you automatically get happy when you hear stuff like that,” Abraham said. “I mean Herm is not a spring chicken. He’s going to know that he’s going to need a tight end over there, somebody to chip. I know he’s not going to let me have one-on-one all day with the kid.”

When asked if Abraham, who played for Edwards from 2001-05 with the New York Jets, would be left one-on-one with Albert, Edwards started laughing.

“Tell John he’s not getting a free rush at the quarterback,” Edwards said. “Tell him don’t even worry about it. Tell him it’s going to be three guys blocking him, so don’t even worry about it.”

The Falcons are moving a lot of players around on the defensive line.

Against Tampa Bay, Grady Jackson’s knee swelled, and Jason Jefferson got the start at tackle.

Kroy Biermann, a rookie defensive end, played about 20 snaps at left end while Jamaal Anderson moved inside to tackle.

“Kroy has done a very nice job,” Falcons coach Mike Smith said. “I think he’s got a very good understanding of what we are trying to do schematically.”

The Falcons are looking at other players to help generate pressure on opposing quarterbacks, such as Biermann getting a shot to develop into a designated pass rusher.

“He has a knack for rushing the passer,” Smith said. “He’s very tenacious in the way that he plays.”

Abraham, who had 10 of the Falcons’ 25 sacks last season, thinks help is on the way, and he cited the play of defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux.

Babineaux, who has the Falcons’ other sack, got good penetration against the Buccaneers and had three tackles for loss.

“I think we are progressing and getting better as a unit,” Abraham said. “Babs had a great game against Tampa, and I guess we need him to progress; he needs to keep doing the same thing he was doing last week.”

The Falcons definitely want other linemen to help Abraham out.

“We’re all working hard at it,” Smith said. “Sometimes you work hard and you get the sacks. Sometimes they just come to you.”

Anderson is playing more defensive tackle, but he still has not registered a sack in 18 NFL games.

“I thought he was very active in this last game,” Smith said. “I think he had six official hits in that game. He’s continued to improve.”

Anderson has been productive when playing inside.

“He’s pushed the pocket when he’s been inside as a pass rusher,” Smith said. “I think he is improving. He’s getting better and better. I think it’s just a matter of time when he gets the opportunity to get his first sack.”

Meanwhile, the Falcons don’t plan to let the Chiefs take Abraham out of the pass rush.

“There are different ways that you can do it,” Smith said. “But I really don’t want to talk about it. But there are ways to try to combat it.”

http://www.ajc.com/falcons/content/s...am_chiefs.html

chiefs1111 · 09-18-2008, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

I have Michael Turner on my fantasy team so score!

I also having him starting for me this week on one of my teams.....

Katie · 09-19-2008, 12:20 AM

It's a sad day when Chiefsplanet is reduced to rooting for fantasy players on the opposing team...I, personally, hope you all lose points

KcFanInGA · 09-19-2008, 12:25 AM

Stay strong chiefs fans. Our time is coming...Herm shall fall

**Tribal Warfare** · 09-19-2008, 12:37 AM

Albert was the 15th pick overall D. Orlando Ledbetter

SBK · 09-19-2008, 12:58 AM

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Originally Posted by KcFanInGA

Stay strong chiefs fans. Our time is coming...Herm shall fall

We got another Chiefs fan from here in Georgia, welcome. Those of us that live in America's greatest city

welcome you!

Mecca · 09-19-2008, 01:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Katie

It's a sad day when Chiefsplanet is reduced to rooting for fantasy players on the opposing team...I, personally, hope you all lose points

Hey that's harsh, we just all realize Turner is an excellent start this week.

Micjones · 09-19-2008, 01:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mecca

I have Michael Turner on my fantasy team so score!

After what we saw last week Michael Turner could break the single-game rushing record. Lucky bastard!!!

I'm still trying to identify a third RB on my fantasy squad.

ottawa_chiefs_fan · 09-19-2008, 04:50 AM

They should have 10 players block him - then he would never get a sack - that's a victory of sorts, right?

**Lzen** · 09-19-2008, 07:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mecca

I have Michael Turner on my fantasy team so score!

See, this is what is wrong with fantasy football. A Chiefs fan (heh, if you actually are a Chiefs fan), rooting for a player on the opponent's team.

**penguinz** · 09-19-2008, 07:35 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Micjones

After what we saw last week Michael Turner could break the single-game rushing record. Lucky bastard!!!

I'm still trying to identify a third RB on my fantasy squad.

Turner's backup?

Mecca · 09-19-2008, 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lzen

See, this is what is wrong with fantasy football. A Chiefs fan (heh, if you actually are a Chiefs fan), rooting for a player on the opponent's team.

Oh cmon it's a tongue in cheek post although I really do have Turner on my fantasy team.

Isn't it better to lose anyway, we're on a quest for the number 1 pick let's not **** it up.

Warrior5 · 09-19-2008, 07:49 AM

Hopefully Mike Cox can help neutralize Abraham...

Mecca · 09-19-2008, 08:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Warrior5

Hopefully Mike Cox can help neutralize Abraham...

Your cock is going to do what to Abraham?

Chief Faithful · 09-19-2008, 08:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KcFanInGA

Stay strong chiefs fans. Our time is coming...Herm shall fall

You going to the game?

**ShortRoundChief** · 09-19-2008, 08:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mecca

Your cock is going to do what to Abraham?

09-18-2008, 08:51 PM
chefsos Fifty eight sixty two... Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Felton, DE Casino cash: $8257676	AJC: "It's going to be 3 guys, John." -Love, Herm Falcons’ Abraham ready for Chiefs’ blockers Falcons defensive end expects Kansas City will stack line against him By D. ORLANDO LEDBETTER The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Thursday, September 18, 2008 Flowery Branch — Falcons defensive end John Abraham knows what awaits him Sunday, and he’s not too happy about it. Abraham, who leads the NFL in sacks and has four of the Falcons’ five, knows that his former head coach Herm Edwards is going to send a lot of blockers his way when the Falcons play host to the Kansas City Chiefs at 1 p.m. at the Georgia Dome. “I’ve been around Herm, so I know he’s not going to be like, ‘Hey, let John wild out today.’ I know it’s not going to be anything like that. So I’m not the happiest guy right now.” Against the Chiefs, Abraham will face rookie left tackle Branden Albert, the 19th pick in the 2008 draft. “He’s young, and you automatically get happy when you hear stuff like that,” Abraham said. “I mean Herm is not a spring chicken. He’s going to know that he’s going to need a tight end over there, somebody to chip. I know he’s not going to let me have one-on-one all day with the kid.” When asked if Abraham, who played for Edwards from 2001-05 with the New York Jets, would be left one-on-one with Albert, Edwards started laughing. “Tell John he’s not getting a free rush at the quarterback,” Edwards said. “Tell him don’t even worry about it. Tell him it’s going to be three guys blocking him, so don’t even worry about it.” The Falcons are moving a lot of players around on the defensive line. Against Tampa Bay, Grady Jackson’s knee swelled, and Jason Jefferson got the start at tackle. Kroy Biermann, a rookie defensive end, played about 20 snaps at left end while Jamaal Anderson moved inside to tackle. “Kroy has done a very nice job,” Falcons coach Mike Smith said. “I think he’s got a very good understanding of what we are trying to do schematically.” The Falcons are looking at other players to help generate pressure on opposing quarterbacks, such as Biermann getting a shot to develop into a designated pass rusher. “He has a knack for rushing the passer,” Smith said. “He’s very tenacious in the way that he plays.” Abraham, who had 10 of the Falcons’ 25 sacks last season, thinks help is on the way, and he cited the play of defensive tackle Jonathan Babineaux. Babineaux, who has the Falcons’ other sack, got good penetration against the Buccaneers and had three tackles for loss. “I think we are progressing and getting better as a unit,” Abraham said. “Babs had a great game against Tampa, and I guess we need him to progress; he needs to keep doing the same thing he was doing last week.” The Falcons definitely want other linemen to help Abraham out. “We’re all working hard at it,” Smith said. “Sometimes you work hard and you get the sacks. Sometimes they just come to you.” Anderson is playing more defensive tackle, but he still has not registered a sack in 18 NFL games. “I thought he was very active in this last game,” Smith said. “I think he had six official hits in that game. He’s continued to improve.” Anderson has been productive when playing inside. “He’s pushed the pocket when he’s been inside as a pass rusher,” Smith said. “I think he is improving. He’s getting better and better. I think it’s just a matter of time when he gets the opportunity to get his first sack.” Meanwhile, the Falcons don’t plan to let the Chiefs take Abraham out of the pass rush. “There are different ways that you can do it,” Smith said. “But I really don’t want to talk about it. But there are ways to try to combat it.” http://www.ajc.com/falcons/content/s...am_chiefs.html
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