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August 2008
Shockley: Falcons get it right
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
No doubt that the Falcons made some good decisions with their cuts. No real surprises. Shockley deserves to be No. 3. Chances are that he won’t play, but with all the injuries these days (ask the Braves), it’s good to have him there if the Falcons need him. I’m hoping last season’s injury is behind him and that that won’t be a concern.
Of course, I feel bad for Harrington, but I think this makes the most since for the Falcons. Sure, he wasn’t helped by the offensive line’s inability to block ANYONE last season, but he made bad decisions at critical times. That was the beginning of his downfall and he just didn’t make his mark in the preseason.
I hate that Thomas Brown is out of for the season. I think he could have been a difference-maker. He had a great preseason and looked primed to make his mark. His quickness could have been a real asset to setting up good field position on kick returns, something this team is going to need with a rookie at starting quarterback.
It’s exciting that the team is set and hopefully ready to start strong next Sunday against the Lions.
Go Falcons!
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Harrington or Shockley?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
I’m a Joey Harrington fan, but I think D.J. Shockley should be a part of the Falcons. Both aren’t likely to have a spot on the roster because it looks like Redman will be No. 2 on the depth chart. Harrington didn’t help his cause last season and Shockley’s injury hurt his chances. It will be a tough decision.
I’d say go with Shockley because Harrington had his chance and the team lost its confidence in him. Hard to repair that. Shockley helped himself Thursday night, but not sure how much weight that will carry.
The Falcons need to keep Brian Finneran. He deserves another chance to prove he can make a difference. He’s the tall and reliable third-down receiver the rookie quarterback needs.
Jason Snelling has earned a roster spot in the preseason. The Falcons need him in goal-line and short yardage situations. Keep Thomas Brown. Let him return kickoffs and punts. He could be a difference-maker.
The final preseason game wasn’t pretty, but it looks like the Falcons feel like Ryan is ready. We’ll see Sept. 7.
Let’s go Falcons!
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Ryan deserves it
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Naming Matt Ryan the starter is a huge deal for the Falcons. He’s had a good preseason, but it is preseason. None of the other three quarterbacks emerged as the clear starter, so why not give the rookie a chance? It’s too early to know if he can live up to the hype and show that this is a good decision, but why not find out now.
I’m sure the decision was based on many factors, but Ryan seems like a real leader in the huddle. The Falcons are paying him a lot of money to be their franchise player. The future is now, and we’re counting on Ryan to turn around this team. Of course he can’t do it by himself, but if he can score some points, hopefully the defense will be inspired to do its part.
It will be interesting to see who the backup is. I hope Shockley isn’t the odd man out. Not that injuries ever happen at a good time, but his injury was bad timing. Just when he could have made a move up the depth chart.
Go Falcons!
Ryan looking good
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
It’s only one preseason game, but Matt Ryan looks like he can play in the NFL, but it’s still too early to tell if he should be the starter. More preseason games will show us that, but probably what’s more important is how he handled himself. He looked poised and to be a team player, something the Falcons need desperately at quarterback.
The good: Snelling was impressive. He and Thomas Brown are battling. Can’t wait to see what Finneran can do this season. The Falcons have missed his reliable hands.
The bad: Hope Abraham’s ankle isn’t too serious. The Falcons can’t afford to lose him. When he’s healthy, he is a game-changer with his quickness and tenacity. Still need to figure out the run defense and cut out the penalties, two things that hurt them last season. I’m sure the Falcons are busy this week working on those. It will be interesting to see the adjustments Mike Smith has made.
Go Falcons!
