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Falcons' Toddy Gurley: Proving worth part of life as NFL veteran

New Atlanta Falcons running back Todd Gurley, who signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract after being released by the Los Angeles Rams, believes he can still be a dominant player despite lingering concerns about the health of his left knee.

Speaking on a conference call Friday, the 2017 NFL Offensive Player of the Year was asked if he is eager to show critics he's "still that guy'' despite health concerns.

"Nah, I know I'm still that guy,'' Gurley said. "Been doing this my whole life. It's just football.''

The three-time Pro Bowler with was pressed on whether he has something to prove.