Atlanta Falcons 26, Baltimore Ravens 21

Matt Ryan-to-Roddy White is a winning combination for the Falcons...The Falcons have arrived among the NFL's elites writes Jeff Schultz of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

A controversial touchdown erased what would have been a major comeback win for the Ravens...The Ravens offensive line struggled on Thursday night.

NFL News and Notes

All signs point to New England Patriots safety Patrick Chung returning to the field this week, reports Ian Rapoport of the Boston Herald.

New York Jets cornerback Kyle Wilson and defensive end Vernon Gholston are expected to receive more playing time this week.

Playing through pain, Buffalo Bills guard Eric Wood sets the tone for the rest of the offensive line, writes Allen Wilson of The Buffalo News.

Miami Dolphins cornerback Vontae Davis is ready for another match-up with Randy Moss.

The Pittsburgh Steelers defense is confident they can stop opposing offenses at the critical moments, writes John Harris of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

Sunday could be a career-defining game for Cleveland Browns head coach Eric Mangini, writes Tony Grossi of the Cleveland Plain-Dealer.

Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Andre Smith may miss the rest of the season after breaking a bone in his left foot on Wednesday.

Indianapolis rookie wide receiver Brandon James is ready to assume the returning duties this week.

Tennessee Titans quarterbacks Vince Young and Kerry Collins split the snaps during Thursday's practice.

Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Aaron Kampman underwent an MRI on Thursday night to determine the extent of a knee injury.

Houston Texans running back Arian Foster is outshining the league's more well-known running backs, writes John McClain of the Houston Chronicle.

After a strong start, the Kansas City Chiefs special teams units have become a weakness, Adam Teicher of the Kansas City Star writes.

Denver Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels wants to get Knowshon Moreno going.

Oakland Raiders fourth-round wide receiver Jacoby Ford has shown that he's not just a speed guy.

San Diego Chargers rookie wide receiver Seyi Ajirotutu is in the spotlight following his breakout game against the Texans.

The Arizona Cardinals defense has been perplexing in the first half of the season, writes Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic.

San Francisco 49ers tight ends Vernon Davis and Delanie Walker will be at full strength on Sunday against St. Louis.

St. Louis Rams first-year players are wary of the rookie wall.

Green Bay Packers rookie cornerback Sam Shields' rapid rise has impressed the coaching staff, writes Kareem Copeland of the Green Bay Press-Gazette.

Minnesota Vikings defensive linemen Jared Allen and Pat Williams took issue with a report in the Chicago Sun-Times that cited unnamed Vikings who wanted Brad Childress fired.

With first-round running back Jahvid Best slowed by turf toe injuries, the Detroit Lions' running game has struggled this season.

Chicago Bears defensive end Julius Peppers thinks the quarterback sack will come.

Dallas Cowboys interim head coach Jason Garrett faces an impossible task, writes Todd Archer of the Dallas Morning News.

New York Giants wide receiver Steve Smith may miss Sunday's game with a strained pectoral muscle.

The Philadelphia Eagles have not engaged in contract talks with quarterback Michael Vick, Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Washington Redskins running back Clinton Portis suffered a setback in his return from a groin tear, reports Jason Reid of the Washington Post.

Carolina Panthers linebacker Jon Beason has appealed his $10,000 fine for an illegal hit during Sunday's game against the Saints.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Raheem Morris isn't concerned about his contract status.

Les East of NewOrleans.com takes a look at the New Orleans Saints defense at the bye.

Today's NFL birthdays: Falcons fifth-round wide receiver Kerry Meier (24), Ravens defensive tackle Lamar Divens (25), Bears linebackers Lance Briggs (30) and Rod Wilson (29), Broncos cornerback Renaldo Hill (32), free agent quarterback Sean Canfield (24), tight end Tyson DeVree (26), and long-snapper Nathan Hodel (33).