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Atlanta Falcons and Fans Flock to Gwinnett

A special tailgate event was Saturday at the Mall of Georgia.

The Atlanta Falcons officially begin their 2013 season on Sept 8. at New Orleans. But they unofficially began in Saturday (June 15) in Buford.

Head Coach Mike Smith (see attached photo) and several players were on hand at the Mall of Georgia for a .

Fans were let into the area beginning at 11 a.m. Live music, vendor booths, and fan activities were in the game plan.

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