Atlanta Falcons
Tony Gonzalez - #88 - TE
| Status | Active |
| Height/Weight | 6' 5"/ 247 lbs. |
| Birthday | 02/27/1976 |
| Birthplace | Torrance, CA |
| College | California |
| Years played | 17 |
| Drafted | 1997, 1st round, 13th pick by Chiefs |
2012 STATS
| Rec | Yds | TD |
|---|---|---|
| 93 | 930 | 8 |
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Herschel Walker wants to play in the NFL at age 48 after being out of the league for 13 years.
Owens leaves Falcons with corner concerns heading into offseason
Some league observers are wondering if the Falcons need to make finding a new nickel back a priority following their loss to Green Bay in the divisional round of the playoffs.
Falcons OT Clabo added to NFC Pro Bowl roster
Falcons OT Tyson Clabo has been added to the NFC Pro Bowl roster. He will replace Eagles OT Jason Peters.
Vikings hire Musgrave as offensive coordinator
The Vikings announced Wednesday evening that they have hired Falcons assistant head coach/QB coach Bill Musgrave to be their offensive coordinator.
Report: Rams reopen offensive coordinator search
The Rams' talks with Josh McDaniels, thought to be one of the hottest available assistant coaches, reportedly hit a snag while negotiating for their offensive coordinator position.
CBS' blame game and Fox's arrogance
Barry Jackson gives his playoff commentary from the couch.
Flaws exposed, but Falcons not a fraud
The Falcons were dismantled by the Packers on Saturday, but head coach Mike Smith and GM Thomas Dimitroff have indicated that they are not going to respond by blowing up their roster or coaching staff.
Rodgers' brilliance leaves Falcons grasping at air
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers' remarkable performance in Green Bay's 48-21 divisional-round win at Atlanta stamps Green Bay as clear favorites to win the NFC title, writes PFW's Mike Wilkening.
Rodgers, Packers roll past Falcons
Carving up the NFC's top-seeded team, Aaron Rodgers threw three touchdown passes, ran for another score and led the Packers to their second straight postseason road victory with a stunning 48-21 rout of the Falcons on Saturday night.
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.
Packers-Falcons matchup of the day: Saturday
PFW executive editor and resident Packers expert Dan Arkush presents the fifth of five key matchups this week in advance of the Packers’ divisional playoff game against No. 1 seed Atlanta at the Georgia Dome Saturday evening.
Divisional-round matchup tidbits
Here's a roundup of interesting facts and figures for the divisional-round matchups.
Thursday practice report for divisional playoffs
Here is the Thursday practice report for the divisional round of the playoffs, showing to what degree injured players participated in their teams' practices.
Packers-Falcons matchup of the day: Thursday
PFW executive editor and resident Packers expert Dan Arkush presents the third of five key matchups this week in advance of the Packers’ divisional playoff game against No. 1 seed Atlanta at the Georgia Dome Saturday evening:
Packers-Falcons fantasy breakdown
Packers QB Aaron Rodgers could exploit a shaky Falcons secondary in a battle of NFC powerhouses on Saturday night.
PLAYER NEWS
Gonzalez, who has more catches than any tight end in NFL history, announced Tuesday he is returning to the Falcons for the 2013 season.|||||||
Gonzalez said during the season he was 95 percent sure he would retire after the 2012 season. His productive season made it difficult to stick with the retirement plan. Gonzalez, who turned 37 last month, led the Falcons with 93 catches for 930 yards and eight touchdowns. Each total set a high for his four seasons in Atlanta. He added 14 catches for 129 yards and two touchdowns in the team's two postseason games.
Gonzalez caught eight passes for 78 yards and a TD in Sunday conference title game loss.|||||||
The 36-year-old Gonzalez still has a 13th Pro Bowl to play in, but after spending the season saying he was 95 percent certain he'll retire, he sounded like he's now at 100 percent.
Gonzalez finished with 11 catches for 122 yards and two scores during Sunday's 31-27 loss at New Orleans.|||||||
With 101 TD receptions, Gonzalez is the first tight end to reach triple digits. He leads his position with 617 yards this season.
Gonzalez caught 13 passes for 123 yards and a touchdown Sunday at Washington.|||||||
Gonzalez continues to shine at age 36 and should be a started in all fantasy formats.
Gonzalez hauled in nine receptions for 91 yards and another touchdown during Sunday's 27-3 win at San Diego.|||||||
Gonzalez is averaging 71.3 yards and has scored in each of Atlanta's first three games. He remains one of quarterback Matt Ryan's favorite targets and should continue to produce at a high level all season.
