May 26, 2013
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - The Atlanta Falcons are taking a look at quarterback Byron Leftwich, who could join the team as a backup and eventually compete for the starting job.
Leftwich was cut by Jacksonville in a surprise preseason move and is at the Falcons' headquarters for a workout and a physical.
Leftwich's agent, Tom Condon, said he plans to meet with Falcons general manager Rich McKay.
The Falcons are 0-2 under new starting quarterback Joey Harrington, who has been sacked 13 times. Coach Bobby Petrino said Harrington is holding the ball too long and showing a lack of confidence in his play.
Ankle and knee problems have prevented the 27-year-old Leftwich from completing a full season. He missed 15 games the past two years before he was beaten out in the preseason by David Garrard for the Jaguars' starting job.
(Copyright 2007 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)
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