Less Is More For Michael Turner and The Atlanta Falcons in 2009

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Published: June 7, 2009

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... had his chance to shine last year and he did not disappoint—rushing for 1,699 yards and 17 touchdowns.

However, if anyone expects Turner to duplicate those numbers next season, they better look no further than Jerious Norwood—the Atlanta Falcons other running back of note.

The importance of a healthy, effective, offensive line is assumed—as is the continued emergence of Matt Ryan as both a leader and a premier quarterback.

Neither of those is being laid to the wayside as a precursor to more of the same for Michael "The Burner" Turner.

However, assuming both remain intact and effective, Turner will also need an efficient handcuff to maintain the level of play he showed he was capable of last season.

Why? The answer is a simple one, and one that no one w...

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