21.   He also will return punts and kickoffs and see spot duty as a backup to running back Craig Hayward.

22.   OF Armando Rios, who has missed the last five games with bruises on his left elbow and left knee, was available for spot duty on Wednesday.

23.   Rex Walters, who saw spot duty for the Miami Heat last year, will return for another season after signing a contract with the club.

24.   That way, Vick would be available for spot duty and the Falcons also would have a more experienced player such as Zeier available for duty.

25.   Williams started the first three games of the season but had been relegated to minimal spot duty.