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Updated at 7:01 a.m., Wednesday, March 12, 2008

NFL: Falcons re-sign QB Harrington after cutting him

Associated Press

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons re-signed quarterback Joey Harrington only one week after cutting the six-year veteran.

Harrington signed a new two-year deal today. Terms were not released. He had signed a two-year, $6 million deal last year.

The 29-year-old started 10 games last season, but returns as the possible backup to Chris Redman, who ended the season as the starter and also recently signed a two-year contract.

D.J. Shockley is the third quarterback, leaving the Falcons' options at quarterback the same as when they began the post-Michael Vick era last season.