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Calvin Ridley writes heartfelt letter after NFL reinstatement: 'I made the worst mistake of my life'

After being reinstated by the NFL following his season-long suspension, Calvin Ridley owned his actions and expressed excitement as he begins a new chapter in his career.

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‘I paid the price’: Jaguars receiver Calvin Ridley writes about break from NFL, details struggles with depression

In a powerful essay on The Players Tribune, new Jaguars receiver Calvin Ridley opened up on his struggles with depression and anxiety and what caused him to physically and mentally break down before his season-long suspension.

Jaguars' Calvin Ridley, suspended for 2022 season due to gambling on games, reinstated by NFL

Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley was reinstated by the league, per an announcement on Monday afternoon, after being suspended the entire 2022 season for gambling on games.

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NFL reinstates Jaguars WR Ridley after gambling suspension

The NFL reinstated suspended receiver Calvin Ridley and cleared the way for him to join his new team in Jacksonville.

Jaguars’ Calvin Ridley applies for reinstatement after suspension for betting on NFL games: reports

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Calvin Ridley applied for reinstatement on Wednesday after missing the entire 2022 season while suspended for betting on NFL games.

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Trevor Lawrence, rising Jaguars ahead of schedule under Doug Pederson

This season was supposed to be a building block for 2023. Don't tell that to the Jaguars, who are right in the thick of the playoff hunt.

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Jaguars are set to be a force in the AFC South for 2023 and beyond

While the Tennessee Titans remain in control of a weak AFC South for 2022, the Jacksonville Jaguars are positioned to be their primary challengers for years to come.

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Jaguars respond to trade for wide receiver Calvin Ridley

Doug Pederson believes the Jaguars' trade for suspended wide receiver Calvin Ridley will make the team better. Eventually. Pederson said that he won't know for sure until the league clears the former Falcons' first-round pick to return to play.

Tyreek Hill, Jonathan Taylor, other stars react to wild NFL trade deadline

Tyreek Hill, Jonathan Taylor and Cordarelle Patterson were among the NFL stars who reacted to a crazy trade deadline on Tuesday.

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Record-setting 12 players dealt on NFL trade deadline day

The NFL trade deadline turned into a frenzy with 15 teams making 10 deals involving 12 players and several draft picks.

NFL trade deadline: Falcons send Calvin Ridley to Jaguars while he serves suspension

While he serves his one-year suspension, Calvin Ridley has been traded from the Atlanta Falcons to the Jacksonville Jaguars in a shocking move before the deadline.

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Falcons trade suspended WR Ridley to Jaguars in complex deal

Suspended Atlanta receiver Calvin Ridley is getting a fresh start in Jacksonville.

Jaguars trade for suspended Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley

The Jacksonville Jaguars made a move on the NFL’s trade deadline, dealing for suspended receiver Calvin Ridley.

Atlanta prosecutor: Gang targeted celebrities, influencers

A prosecutor in Atlanta has announced a sprawling indictment targeting members of what she called a violent street gang that targeted the homes of famous athletes, entertainers and others.

America Will Learn to Regret Legalized Gambling

Ostensibly disinterested prophets of harm reduction are lending approbation to the behaviors they see themselves as regretfully tolerating.

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NFL Suspends Falcons Receiver Calvin Ridley For Betting On Games

Commissioner Roger Goodell suspended Ridley for the entire 2022 season after a league investigation found he had bet on games last season.

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NFL receiver Calvin Ridley suspended for 2022 season after gambling on games

The NFL said Ridley placed several bets last November while he was taking a break from football. It found no evidence that Ridley had inside information or that his team knew he had placed the bets.

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Falcons WR Ridley suspended for '22 for bets on NFL games

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended for the 2022 season for betting on NFL games in the 2021 season.

NFL suspends Atlanta Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley for 2022 season for betting on games

The NFL suspended Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley through the 2022 season for betting on games, Roger Goodell announced.

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Mental health education is ongoing process for NFL, players

Brian Dawkins has worked hard to break the stigma surrounding mental health since he was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame after a 16-season career.

Naturally, Falcons vs Patriots brings back memories of 28-3

Tom Brady has moved on to win another title at Tampa Bay.

Ryan passes for 343 yards, 2 TDs as Falcons top Saints 27-25

Matt Ryan hit Cordarrelle Patterson for a 64-yard gain with a minute to go, setting up Younghoe Koo’s 29-yard field goal as time expired, and the Atlanta Falcons defeated the mistake-prone New Orleans Saints 27-25.

Atlanta Falcons Wide Receiver Calvin Ridley Steps Away From Football

Ridley says he needs to take some time away from the game to focus on his own mental well-being.

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Falcons WR Ridley misses game to deal with mental health

Atlanta Falcons receiver Calvin Ridley has missed his second game of the season and says he's dealing with mental health issues.

The Latest: Bills-Chiefs return from halftime weather delay

The Bills and Chiefs are returning to the field and their Sunday night game at Arrowhead Stadium is scheduled to resume at 10:15 p.m. local time after a delay of more than an hour due to lightning and heavy rain.

Brady has 276 yards, 5 TDs; Buccaneers rout Falcons 48-25

Tom Brady threw for 276 yards and five touchdowns, helping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers extend their winning streak to a franchise-record 10 consecutive games with a 48-25 victory over the Atlanta Falcons.

No. 1 Alabama banking heavily on new wide receivers, Metchie

Alabama is hoping its search for receiver help to complement John Metchie III pays immediate dividends.

Woodside, Barkley throw TDs as Titans stop Falcons 23-3

Logan Woodside and Matt Barkley each threw touchdown passes to open Tennessee’s backup quarterback competition and the Titans beat the Atlanta Falcons 23-3 in each team’s preseason opener.

Falcons begin post-Julio Jones era in Smith's first minicamp

The Atlanta Falcons have launched their mandatory minicamp.

Falcons coach tight-lipped about Julio Jones' future

The Atlanta Falcons began their offseason training program without longtime star receiver Julio Jones, who apparently has no intention of returning to a rebuilding team that is still struggling to get under the salary cap.

Falcons pick Florida TE Kyle Pitts at No. 4 in NFL draft

The Atlanta Falcons decided not to pick their quarterback of the future, going for more immediate help by selecting Florida tight end Kyle Pitts at No. 4 in the NFL draft.

Chiefs clinch No. 1 seed when Falcons' Koo misses late FG

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce is tackled by Atlanta Falcons Foyesade Oluokun during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 27, 2020, in Kansas City. The Chiefs had to watch as Pro Bowl kicker Younghoe Koo missed a tying field-goal attempt with 9 seconds left to escape. The Falcons (4-11) took the lead when Matt Ryan hit Laquon Treadwell for a 5-yard touchdown with 4:33 to go. Kansas City finally took its first lead on Harrison Butker's 53-yard field goal with 14:08 left in the game. The Falcons squandered their first chance to match the points when Brandon Powell coughed up the ball deep in Kansas City territory.

A bonus for NFL fans in Week 16: 4 straight days of games

They do have a sack in an NFL-record 71 straight games and have sacked Philip Rivers 15 times during seven games while he played for the Chargers. Rivers has had two or more TD passes in five straight games. He had career bests of 10 catches for 163 yards last week, and Ridley's seven 100-yard games lead the NFL. The 19 straight seasons without losing both games to a divisional opponent is an NFL record. The Jaguars have allowed at least 24 points in each of those 13 games, an NFL record.

A winner: Chiefs vs Saints, with Brees back to face Mahomes

1 conference seed is tight, with the Packers one game ahead of the Saints, the Rams and Seahawks one game behind. Drew Brees will be active after missing four games with fractured ribs and a collapsed lung, making for an intriguing matchup with Patrick Mahomes. The Bills (11-3) scored twice in a 17-second span in the third quarter to ice their fourth straight victory that officially ended the New England Patriots’ 11-year reign atop the division. The Ravens have run for at least 100 yards in 36 straight games, seven short of the NFL record set by Pittsburgh from 1974-77. Baltimore is averaging 173.8 yards on the ground and topped 200 yards in each of the past two games.

Ryan throws 3 TDs as Falcons stop comeback, beat Broncos

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Russell Gage (83) misses the catch against Denver Broncos defensive back Essang Bassey (34) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Ryan throws 3 TDs as Falcons stop comeback, beat Broncos

Matt Ryan took advantage of Denver's thin secondary to throw three touchdown passes and the Falcons turned back Drew Lock's bid for a second consecutive comeback to beat the Broncos 34-27 on Sunday. The Broncos' fourth-quarter comeback attempt gave Ryan and the Falcons a scary reminder of blown leads this season. Lock threw two touchdown passes and ran for a 10-yard score in the final quarter that made it 34-27. Lock answered with a 9-yard scoring pass to Tim Patrick with less than four minutes remaining. We'll get them next time.”CATCH THISZaccheaus beat Davontae Harris for a 51-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter.

Ryan, Falcons avenge earlier loss to Panthers, 25-17

The Falcons (2-6) have had a penchant for squandering leads this season, coming into the game 1-3 when leading entering the fourth quarter. Carolina was driving late, but Atlanta stalled the rally when Blidi Wreh-Wilson intercepted Teddy Bridgewater near the Falcons' 10-yard line with 1:04 remaining. Moore on third and 18 to move the Panthers into Falcons territory. Bridgewater was limited to 176 yards passing as the Panthers (3-5) lost their third straight game without injured Christian McCaffrey. The Falcons avenged a 23-16 loss to Carolina 18 days ago in which Bridgewater threw for 313 yards and two scores and Mike Davis piled up 149 yards rushing.

Cowboys' rally stuns Falcons 40-39 in McCarthy's home debut

Dallas Cowboys' Chris Jones (6) and others celebrate with kicker Greg Zuerlein (2) after Zuerlein kicked a field goal to help the Cowboys to a 40-39 win against the Atlanta Falcons in an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)

Cowboys' rally stuns Falcons 40-39 in McCarthy's home debut

Dallas Cowboys' Chris Jones (6) and others celebrate with kicker Greg Zuerlein (2) after Zuerlein kicked a field goal to help the Cowboys to a 40-39 win against the Atlanta Falcons in an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)ARLINGTON, Texas – One gamble after another failed for coach Mike McCarthy in his home debut with the Dallas Cowboys. Greg Zuerlein kicked a 46-yard field goal as time expired, and the Cowboys overcame four fumbles and a 20-point deficit in the first quarter to beat the Atlanta Falcons 40-39 on Sunday. The Falcons pushed the lead to 39-24 on Younghoe Koo's fourth field goal with just under eight minutes left. Calvin Ridley was the leader for the Falcons this week with 109 yards and two touchdowns.

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