Atlanta Falcons
Stephen Nicholas - #54 - LB
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 3"/ 236 lbs. |
| Birthday | 05/01/1983 |
| Birthplace | Jacksonville, FL |
| College | South Florida |
| Years played | 7 |
| Drafted | 2007, 4th round, 10th pick by Falcons |
2012 STATS
| Tack | FF | Int |
|---|---|---|
| 95 | 1 | 1 |
Grimes, Nicholas out for Falcons
The Falcons will be without two of their top defenders this afternoon when they face the Giants in the NFC wild-card game at MetLife Stadium.
Falcons re-sign pair of LBs
The Falcons announced Thursday they agreed to a five-year deal to re-sign LB Stephen Nicholas. The team also re-signed LB Mike Peterson.
Report: Falcons re-sign OLB Nicholas
The Falcons have re-signed OLB Stephen Nicholas, keeping one of their key defenders in the lineup.
Eagles will trade Kolb once demand picks up
Although Philadelphia is in no hurry to trade QB Kevin Kolb, it's almost certain it eventually will, according to NFC Whispers. The Eagles will wait to get top dollar before they pull the trigger.
Falcons’ Peterson: Weatherspoon has raw talent
While injuries hampered Sean Weatherspoon during his first season, veteran teammate Mike Peterson told PFW he's been impressed by the flashes he's seen from the rookie.
Goodson won't keep Panthers' RB job when Stewart returns
Although Mike Goodson rushed for 100 yards in his first career start in Week 10, he won't keep the job once Jonathan Stewart returns from his injury, according to NFC South Whispers.
PLAYER NEWS
Nicholas, who played only on special teams in a 23-20 win over Oakland on Oct. 14 due to an ankle injury, was back at full speed during Atlanta's practice on Monday.|||||||
Nicholas has recorded 39 tackles for the Falcons this season.
Nicholas is expected to play Sunday's game at Carolina.|||||||
Nicholas has missed the last three games with an ankle injury. He has 15 tackles and one fumble recovery in five games as a rookie.
