ATLANTA (CBS ATLANTA) -
The Atlanta Falcons announced the promotion of Rich McKay to president & CEO of the club on Thursday.
McKay manages the Falcons' business operations and works with General Manager Thomas Dimitroff on contract negotiations and salary cap management.
McKay joined the Falcons in 2003 from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he was general manager for nearly nine seasons.
According to a release, he began his tenure with the Buccaneers in 1992 as vice president of football administration.
"This promotion is in recognition of Rich's many contributions to the Falcons and the NFL, as well as recognition of his professional accomplishments along the way."
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