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Finally a feature back, Turner key to Falcons' turnaround
Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Among the numbers Atlanta Falcons running back Michael Turner has put up this season -- 220 rushing yards in the season opener, nine touchdowns, an average of 4.3 yards per carry -- the one that stands out in bold type is his league-leading 227 rushing attempts.

Turner has one fewer carry in 10 games this season than he did in four seasons in San Diego, where he was the understudy for LaDainian Tomlinson.

After finally stepping out of L.T.'s shadow, Turner has proved he has the makeup » Full Column

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Sporting News Conversation: Ben Roethlisberger
Monday, September 29, 2008

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