Cover story: I.J. Rosenberg writes that the “nightmare is over” for Arthur Blank and the Falcons after their win over Detroit in the opener. Michael Turner, Matt Ryan, head coach Mike Smith and the other new Falcons are beginning a new era in the Georgia Dome.
In this issue: Score Atlanta columnist C.C. says that, for the wide receiver formerly known as Chad Johnson, Ocho Cinco adds up to “zero.” Golf writer Courtney Capps discusses the lack of drama that the FedExCup Playoffs have provided, especially since Vijay Singh has already locked up the big prize before the final round. Chuck Oliver takes a look at Auburn’s football team this year, and our college football beat writers recap the weekends for the Dawgs and Jackets. Plus, check out the GPB/Score Prep Top-10 rankings for high-school football!