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Titans fire coach Brian Callahan after 4-19 record and 1-5 start to second season

The Tennessee Titans started this season knowing the franchise is rebuilding with lots of work required to become a good program.

By TERESA M. WALKER / AP Pro Football Writer October 13, 2025

Tennessee Titans head coach Brian Callahan reacts on the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Falcons ride Robinson’s 170 rushing yards, including 81-yard TD, to 24-14 win over Allen and Bills

Big plays from Bijan Robinson and Drake London and mistake-free leadership from Michael Penix Jr. made the Atlanta Falcons look like a playoff contender.

By CHARLES ODUM / AP Sports Writer October 13, 2025

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) celebrates his rushing touchdown with tight end Kyle Pitts (8) and cornerback Natrone Brooks (35) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

Georgia Tech takes undefeated record on the road against Duke

Georgia Tech's undefeated season rolls right along through the middle of October.

By Chad Bishop / The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (TNS) October 13, 2025

Image Description: Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King attempts a pass in the second half of the Georgia Tech-Duke game in 2024. The Yellow Jackets won 24-14. (Arvin Temkar/AJC)

As No. 3 Indiana continues to reach new milestones, Cignetti taking a business-as-usual approach

Indiana Hoosiers coach Curt Cignetti stuck to the game plan Monday.

By MICHAEL MAROT / AP Sports Writer October 13, 2025

Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) looks for an opening in the Oregon defense during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025, in Eugene, Ore. (AP Photo/Lydia Ely)

Titans fall to 1-5 as Raiders dominate defensively to end skid

It was a whole lot of Maxx Crosby, Jonah Laulu, Devin White and seemingly every other defender wearing silver and black.

By MARK ANDERSON / The Associated Press October 12, 2025

AP photo by Rick Scuteri / Las Vegas Raiders defensive tackle Leki Fotu (95) recovers a fumble by Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward (1) during the second half of Sunday's game.

Bills running back James Cook no stranger to Falcons’ home field

James Cook knows the way to Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The former Georgia running back is determined to prove he can get to the end zone there as well.

By JOHN WAWROW / The Associated Press October 12, 2025

AP photo by Sue Ogrocki / Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during a Sept. 28 home game against the New Orleans Saints in Orchard Park, N.Y. The Bills (4-1) are about to visit the Atlanta Falcons (2-2) for a "Monday Night Football" matchup on ESPN.

Falcons receiver Darnell Mooney ruled out for Monday’s game

A hamstring injury sustained during the Atlanta Falcons' most recent game will sideline receiver Darnell Mooney for the next one.

By The Associated Press October 12, 2025

AP photo by Danny Karnik / Atlanta Falcons receiver Darnell Mooney runs during the team's home game against the Washington Commanders on Sept. 28.

Falcons return from open date, face Monday night matchup vs. Bills

The Atlanta Falcons know better than to lean on some impressive statistics for confidence as they prepare for a visit from the one-loss Buffalo Bills.

By CHARLES ODUM / The Associated Press October 11, 2025

AP photo by Brynn Anderson / Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. passes during the team's home win against the Washington Commanders on Sept. 28. The Falcons, off to a 2-2 start, were off last weekend and return to action on "Monday Night Football" against the Buffalo Bills, who are coming off their first loss after a 4-0 start.

Titans go for two, visit Raiders seeking back-to-back wins

The Tennessee Titans opened this season with four consecutive losses and were staring directly at a fifth last weekend.

By MARK ANDERSON / The Associated Press October 11, 2025

AP photo by Rick Scuteri / Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard (20) celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the second half of last Sunday's comeback win against the host Arizona Cardinals.

Red Bank beats Hixson to take control of Region 3-4A title hunt

Red Bank is the pride of TSSAA Region 3-4A, and the Lions are in prime position to win their fifth league championship in eight years.

By Robert Holder / Correspondent October 10, 2025

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