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Matt Ryan Era Begins...

Discussion in 'Other NFL' started by alen1, Aug 24, 2008.

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  1. alen1

    alen1 New Member

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    PFT reports that the Falcons will name Matt Ryan thier starting Quarterback. This was some what expected after Ryan was impressive throughout the off-season and pre-season. He has looked good in the games he took part in. He played the Titans defense in the last pre-season game and did a good job. We'll see how he holds up behind the offensive line. They have Sam Baker, who they moved up in the first round in the draft, starting at Left Tackle. I believe Justin Blalock is their LG, whose another young guy in his second year. The offensive line this pre-season has looked pretty good though. They held up well against the Titans and have opened up some nice holes for Michael Turner. Ryan still has Roddy White so he has some weapons.
     
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  2. Regan21286

    Regan21286 MCAT's, EMT's, AMCAS, ugh

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    With everyone always aiming to let rookie QB's sit on the pine, this is a nice change of pace. I hope Ryan does well in Atlanta and he could be a hit out of the gates.
     
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    alen1 New Member

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    Yeah. Honestly, I really didn't think high of him coming out. I thought he would be an average QB. he has looked good throughout this off-season like I said earlier. Hopefully he proves me wrong because it would nice to see a guy succeed at his first opportunity.
     
  4. rdhstlr23

    rdhstlr23 Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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    I liked Matt Ryan. I think he's a Chad Pennington type of QB.

    I think he'll turn that franchise around.

    I'm still happy with the trio of Jake Long, Philip Merling, and Chad Henne though.
     
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    this could also hinder him as well. it will be interesting to see how it plays out
     
  6. finfansince72

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    Its a good situation I think, there really isn't any expectations for Atlanta to win anything so why not play Ryan and let him learn the positon?
     
  7. Desides

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    I look at him as another Matt Schaub. The Falcons have basically come full circle for the price of two 2nd round picks and their #3 overall pick this year. They're doomed, like FedEx commercial actors.

    Also, Sam Baker is the starting left tackle? What? Ryan is going to get killed, Troy Aikman-style.
     
  8. unluckyluciano

    unluckyluciano For My Hero JetsSuck

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    Quick hide this thread from adam prez!!
     
  9. Ludacris

    Ludacris Season Ticket Holder Club Member

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    I liked ryan a lot coming out of BC. He's a franchise QB for sure. good luck to him.
     
  10. Jaj

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    Something like a slightly worse version of Peyton Manning's rookie year.
     

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