Jeff Hart

Through seven games, it appeared the Atlanta Falcons were bound for one of the worst seasons in franchise history, and loud complaints were coming from players and fans. Suddenly, two wins later, the mood is on the upswing.

Georgia's inside-outside combo of Tasha Humphrey and Ashley Houts scored 21 and 17, respectively, to lead the No. 9 Lady Dogs to an 84-56 victory over George Mason on Sunday.

Georgia returns to the Stegeman Coliseum floor for the second time in 42 hours Sunday afternoon when the Lady Bulldogs host George Mason. Gainesville native Tasha Humphrey chipped in 13 points to help lead Georgia to an 81-53 victory over Richmond Friday night.

When the Carolina Panthers face the Atlanta Falcons Sunday, Mike Rucker and the rest of the Panthers would like to stop what's become a stinging part of the routine: ending his day talking about another home loss.

Give it up for the Atlantic Sun. Mercer capped a sensational week for the low-major conference, stunning No. 18 Southern California 96-81 Saturday and spoiling O.J. Mayo's college debut.