Falcons expand roles for Jones and Campbell this season
FLOWERY BRANCH Ga The Falcons will broaden Deion Jones and De Vondre Campbell roles after strong rookie showings Jones to be more vocal on field and in rooms Campbell moved May from weak to strong side to boost pass rush Jones led team with 108 tackles 11 pass breakups 3 interceptions 2 touchdowns and 1 forced fumble last season coach Dan Quinn said both players showed added responsibility during rookie year and training camp aims to maximize leadership and execution in 2016 season.
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Thomas earns PGA Championship in dramatic win
Justin Thomas outlasted rivals at Quail Hollow to win the PGA Championship with a 3-under 68 finishing two shots ahead. He surged on the back nine with a chip-in birdie on 13 and a water-avoiding 7-iron to a peninsula green, matching the week’s early suspense with a late victory over Matsuyama and Spieth in Charlotte.
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Braves stop Cardinals eight game win streak
R A Dickey held St Louis to one run in seven innings and Brandon Phillips belted a two run homer as the Atlanta Braves defeated the Cardinals 6 3. Dickey improved to 8 7 with a strong performance, while Arodys Vizcaino closed out the ninth for his sixth save in eight tries. Michael Wacha took the loss after giving up four runs in eight innings.
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Larson captures Michigan Cup win on final overtime restart
Kyle Larson edged Martin Truex Jr and Erik Jones to win the NASCAR Cup race at Michigan International Speedway in overtime. Larson moved to the inside past Truex after a late caution and oil-related red flag, securing his fourth career Cup victory and third of the season.
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