Cover story: The Falcons are enjoying a miracle season, I.J. Rosenberg writes, and the fun might not be over with the playoff-clinching win over Minnesota. Though last year was a trying time with the loss of Michael Vick and Bobby Petrino, their departures have turned into a blessing for the resurgent franchise.
In this issue: Bowl season is already underway, and both the Bulldogs and Jackets will be back in action soon. Score brings you in-depth previews of both the Capital One Bowl between Georgia and Michigan State and the Chick-fil-A Bowl between Georgia Tech and LSU. … Media columnist Jeff Batten describes a normal football gameday for a television crew, and says there are an abundance of jobs available in sports broadcasting for those with the right training. … Recruiting writer Scott Janovitz reports on several recent commitments of area athletes, and dispels some commitment rumors surrounding a certain high-profile recruit. … As always, check our team notebook pages for all the latest info on Atlanta’s local college and professional teams!