Atlanta Falcons
Jason Snelling - #44 - RB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 5' 11"/ 234 lbs. |
| Birthday | 12/29/1983 |
| Birthplace | Toms River, NJ |
| College | Virginia |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 7th round, 34th pick by Falcons |
2012 STATS
| Att | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 18 | 63 | 0 |
Falcons release DE Edwards
The Falcons have released disappointing DE Ray Edwards, the team confirmed Monday evening.
Falcons not pointing finger at O-line for running woes
Veteran C Todd McClure offered a rebuke of criticism the team's offensive line has received for the Falcons' struggles in short-yardage situations.
NFC South Spin cycle: Saints, Bucs keeping playoff hopes alive
The talk of an undefeated season is over for the Falcons, but the playoff hopes for the Saints and Buccaneers are still alive coming off Week 10 wins.
Falcons, Lions can't channel slights properly
How a team motivates itself can go a long way in determining whether it will achieve success or suffer failure in today's NFL, Eric Edholm writes.
Saints hand Falcons their first loss
Jimmy Graham caught seven passes for 146 yards and two TDs to help the Saints hand the Falcons their first loss, 31-27, on Sunday.
Key matchup: Falcons QB Matt Ryan vs. Saints pass defense
In today's Key Matchup, we take a look at the challenge awaiting the Saints' pass defense in Week 10.
Fair-weather Falcons
Tom Danyluk understands why the world is yawning over Atlanta’s 8-0 start. So do the Falcons.
Falcons place OG Reynolds on I.R.
The Falcons placed OG Garrett Reynolds on injured reserve and signed OG Phillipkeith Manley to the active roster.
NFC South Spin cycle: Saints defense still needs to tighten up
It's all smiles in the NFC South after the Saints, Falcons, Panthers and Buccaneers each earned a victory in Week Nine.
Falcons see progress from MLB Dent
The Falcons were very pleased with how Akeem Dent responded to a new challenge in Week Nine.
Falcons hang on to beat Cowboys, stay undefeated
Julio Jones 129 receiving yards and the Falcons beat the Cowboys 19-13 on Sunday night to extend their run as the NFL's only unbeaten team.
NFC South Spin cycle: Hard to doubt soaring Falcons
Half of the NFC South's teams went home happy with each club playing on the road in Week Eight.
Ryan throws three TDs, Falcons stay undefeated
Matt Ryan threw touchdown passes on Atlanta's first three possessions and the Falcons remained the NFL's only unbeaten team with a 30-17 victory.
Friday's 60-second rant: Bucs, NFC South could play spoiler
While slow starts may leave the Bucs, Saints and Panthers out of the playoffs, these squads might determine who makes the postseason.
PLAYER NEWS
Snelling was active for Atlanta's season opener against Kansas City.|||||||
Snelling missed much of training camp with a right calf injury. He participated fully in practice on Friday.
The Atlanta Falcons have re-signed backup running back Jason Snelling. The team announced the deal Thursday. Terms were not disclosed.|||||||
Snelling had 44 carries for 151 yards and 26 catches for 179 yards and one touchdown in 2011, when his versatility proved valuable. After opening the season as the backup to running back Michael Turner, Snelling also was used at fullback following Ovie Mughelli's season-ending right knee injury in October. Snelling has 1,192 yards rushing with seven touchdowns in five seasons with the Falcons.
Snelling is probable for Week 5 after missing last week's game with a concussion.|||||||
Snelling should be good to go. He has two carries for 10 yards, used primarily on 3rd-down opportunities.
Snelling did not practice Wednesday because of a concussion.|||||||
Snelling has to pass to the NFL's tests to play. If he's not cleared, Jacquizz Rodgers would take his snaps.
The Falcons will be without Snelling as Atlanta faces the Carolina Panthers.|||||||
Snelling has a hamstring injury and was held out of practice last week. It means more playing time for starter Michael Turner.
