Falcons, Panthers just don't get along Web-posted 9/6/97   ATLANTA -- Even if the fans don't regard the ``I-85 Rivalry'' as a scintillating NFL matchup, the dislike between the Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers is genuine.

Seau gets clearance as starter Web-posted 9/4/97   SAN DIEGO -- Still smarting from last week's 41-7 drubbing at the hands of the New England Patriots, the San Diego Chargers were in sore need Thursday of a shot in the arm.

Falcons defense is improving Web-posted 9/3/97   SUWANEE, Ga. -- The Atlanta Falcons tried changing players, coaches and schemes, and still their defense ranked among the NFL's worst.

NFL notes: Panthers continue to work on stopping run Web-posted 9/4/97   CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers are focusing this week on trying to bolster a rushing defense that quickly has gone from one of the NFL's best to one of its worst.