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DEL.ICIO.USRyan calmly leading the charge
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Green Bay, Wis. — During warm-ups before his first game in the most storied stadium in NFL history, Matt Ryan reacted with something less than a meltdown.
“This is pretty cool,” he said to his coach.
Now, most of us can’t relate to what a young starting quarterback must be thinking the first time he walks into Lambeau Field. But if it’s similar to a young starting pitcher walking to the mound at Yankee Stadium or a young starting soprano walking to center stage at The Met, then most would not expect what happened Sunday.
Calm. Followed by a 37-yard pass to Roddy White on the first play of the game.
Calm. Followed by the Falcons’ first touchdown in a road game this season.
Calm. Followed by three scores in the team’s first four possessions.
“I’ve never seen anything like it,” said Todd McClure, the veteran center. “His composure in the huddle is amazing.
“There are some times like today when I tried to ask him during a TV timeout, ‘What’s the next play?’ and he just snapped, ‘Just wait! Hold on a second!’ So we had to rag him about that a little bit. But he takes charge. That’s how you have to be as a quarterback.”
Five games into the season, the Falcons are in a place few expected them to be: not last. They are 3-2 and getting better.
We have learned it’s dangerous to assume too much about the future with this franchise. Particularly at quarterback. But the manner in which Ryan jump-started the Falcons to a 27-24 upset over Green Bay in his fifth NFL game certainly would lead most to view the future with, well, calm.
In the first half, when the Falcons took a 17-7 lead, Ryan completed 13-of-18 passes for 154 yards and two touchdowns. Here is a breakdown of the five incompletions: two drops; one spike to stop the clock; one wise flip out of bounds as he scrambled to avoid a certain sack and lost yardage; one short toss to Roddy White that was broken up by a Packers’ defender.
No misfires.
He wasn’t perfect Sunday. Early in the fourth quarter, after his 17-yard run and later a personal foul on the Packers helped set up the Falcons at the Green Bay 12, Ryan had tight end Ben Hartstock ridiculously open in the end zone, only to underthrow him and have the pass intercepted. (Green Bay then drove to a tying score.)
But the way he reacted was rare for a rookie quarterback.
“Nothing,” McClure said. “I didn’t hear him say anything.”
“He just came over to the sideline and looked at me,” coach Mike Smith said. “I said, ‘Hey, we’re going to get an opportunity to get another one.’ And we did that.”
The Falcons drove to a field goal and a touchdown on their next two possessions. Ryan didn’t have to do a lot: the field goal was mostly set up by a long kickoff return by Jerious Norwood; the touchdown that made it 27-17 followed an interception at the Packers’ 19.
But he functioned. He ran the team. Players react to their quarterback.
“Obviously I was a little frustrated [after the interception],” Ryan said. “I guess that’s part of the learning curve.”
Small curve.
He completed his first six passes of the game. He ran a perfect bootleg pass on fourth-and-goal from the one on the opening possession, hitting tight end Justin Peelle in the end zone. He perfectly ran a no-huddle offense for four plays in the second quarter against the befuddled Packers’ defense, finishing with a 22-yard touchdown to Roddy White.
There was significant debate following the draft about whether the Falcons made the right decision to select Ryan over LSU defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey. Time ultimately will provide the answer. But Ryan showed something special in a stadium that has seen its share of greatness.
Asked later about Lambeau, he said, “It has an aura about it. The coolest thing for me was when you’re able to walk down that tunnel, and all of a sudden you’re out there. It’s Lambeau Field.”
The awe ended shortly thereafter.
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By JB
October 5, 2008 7:55 PM | Link to this
Good column. You must be please with yourself. You predicted this outcome earlier this week. Good luck with yuor next prediction.
By JB
October 5, 2008 7:57 PM | Link to this
Never mind Jeff. I think it was Mark Bradley. Good column nonetheless.
By Big Skee
October 5, 2008 8:05 PM | Link to this
I’m so proud of this team. That’s all I can say
By ms
October 5, 2008 8:18 PM | Link to this
Great Win! It’s very clear that the coaching staff has a lot of confidence in Matt Ryan. They continue to allow him as a rookie quarterback to run a no huddle offense from time to time each week. I think we are all seeing the making of something very special here in Matt Ryan. Mr. Blank I give you a lot of credit for bringing this team back to respectability after being about as low as the franchise has ever seen. I along with many Falcon fans have something to look forward to once again. The Falcons on Sunday afternoons.
By Stephen W
October 5, 2008 8:20 PM | Link to this
Great article. Unbelievable win for these young Falcons! This is the most optimistic I’ve been in four years, and will be loudly rooting for them when they head my way in Oakland on Nov. 2nd!
Abraham is playing probably the best football of his life, but it is starting to look like jamal anderson could rank as one of the biggest busts in franchise history (you guys need to turn up the heat on him). Ryan, White, Norwood and Turner form what will be a powerhouse unit for a long time coming. GO FALCONS!
By gtdave
October 5, 2008 8:25 PM | Link to this
I have said all along to all my friends that the falcons needed a face for the franchise…a new idenitity to carry the falcons to the future. Matt Ryan was and is the right choice for the Atlanta Falcons (not a defensive tackle). For the first time, the future looks bright for the falcons. FEAR THE FALCONS!!!!!
By old fart
October 5, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this
Can’t wait for the next game. I don’t care what the win/loss record is at the end of the year. The Falcons have made me proud again. They are a team. They play as a team. Go Falcons.
By James
October 5, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this
For those that wanted Brian Brohm instead of Matt Ryan, I would love to hear your comments now that he is a 3rd string QB (behind 7th rounder Matt Flynn).
Matt Ryan is the real deal.
Go Falcons!
By michaelgee
October 5, 2008 8:29 PM | Link to this
This has to be the Most improved Football team I have ever seen from one season to the next. Thanks to Blank, Dimitroff, Coach Smith and a very fine coaching staff.
After the April draft we will be seriouis contenders for the NFC South and beyond. We do have a few positions that need tuning up but the progress in this young season is amazing.
Matt Ryan is the perfect QB, each week it seems that the Coaches are letting Matt do more and more.
Very, very cool progress with a great group of young players!
By Will
October 5, 2008 8:31 PM | Link to this
I’m very proud to be Falcons fan today. Matt Ryan is proving that he was well worth Atlanta’s first pick. Atlanta was not supposed to win today, but they found a way. Good teams find ways to win some of the tough road games on their schedule. Looking forward to Chicago next Week. GO BIRDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By Will
October 5, 2008 8:33 PM | Link to this
I’m very proud to be Falcons fan today. Matt Ryan is proving that he was well worth Atlanta’s first pick. Atlanta was not supposed to win today, but they found a way. Good teams find ways to win some of the tough road games on their schedule. Looking forward to Chicago next Week. GO BIRDS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By Gary S
October 5, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this
Matt Ryan looks to be the next coming of Peyton Manning. He is a student of the game and learns from his mistakes. For a rookie to win on the road in the NFL is no small feat. He is a leader and has made watching the Falcons fun again. They have a chance to win every week with this young gun under center! Go Falcons!
By Darrin "The Vent King"
October 5, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this
WHERE’S ORLANDO BEDWETTER NOW? So much for those lame articles- “The Curse of Samko Gado” and the other one where he predicted the Falcons would lose because they wouldn’t be able to overcome the “Ghosts of Lambeau”. What was that about? That’s two wins in a row up there now, so can you put that mystiq crap to rest finally?
Anyway, even though the Falcons made my head hurt that 2nd half- good win. And I have to give it up to Aaron Rodgers for playing like a real warrior today. Even with a bum shoulder he gave us all we could handle and then some. Just wish those announcers would stop bringing up comparisons to Favre every other freaking second. That got annoying. Give Rodgers his due for being him. No knock on Favre, but man would they get off his jock, he’s not dead- he’s in New York- which may be the same thing but that’s another story. We still have a ways to go, but this is a nice beginning to a new era for this “team” and I like what I’m seeing. We still have holes to fill like getting Big Abe some help with that rush, solidifying the secondary,and some part-time shoddy punt return reception, but we’ll get there I believe with Dimitroff making the personnel decisions. That was a gut check there at the end, but having a “real” threat at rb saw us through- way to go Burner Turner, Matty “Ice”, Roddy, and that o-line too. When we get this thing all the way fixed, the future will be awesome…
GO FALCONS!!!
By Mike
October 5, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this
What a win is all i can say at the moment this team has to be very confiedent after beating the Packers. Go Falcons!
By DaltonFalcon
October 5, 2008 8:53 PM | Link to this
The future is looking very bright for the Falcons. We should end up with at least 6-7 wins (barring injuries), maybe more. Realistically we are about 1 good draft away from the playoffs but you never know. What a difference a year makes. GO FALCONS!
By Indifferent
October 5, 2008 8:54 PM | Link to this
I will admit I have a bias towards Ryan being a Boston College guy BUT if anyone saw him singlehandedly beat VT in Blacksburg last year then you would have seen the makings of someone special. Matt Ryan was THE reason why Boston College was #2 at one point and finished in the Top 10 to end the season. Where is BC now?
His composure is amazing and so is his attitude. You can see how his teammates like him. Ryan WILL have some bumps in the road as this Falcons team is in the infancy of getting to contention but rest assured the Falcons are heading in the right direction with Ryan, Turner, Mike Smith and Dimitroff.
Go Falcons!
By D3
October 5, 2008 9:05 PM | Link to this
Great win today. These young Falcons are exceeding all my expectations. Yes, they beat a couple of sorry teams in the Lions and Chiefs, but todays road win at Lambeau was big against a better than average Packers team. The team goes as Turner goes. When we’re able to run Turner and Norwood, we win. When we don’t we lose. White, Abraham big games today and Lofton is shaping up to be a stud at MLB. Hate to admit it, but for all his greatness I think Brooking might be reaching his age limit. Secondary playing better than expected, but where’s Foxworth since we traded for him? Jamaal Anderson should be moved inside to DT and draft another stud DE in next year’s draft because he’s turning out to be a bust. Is Laurent Robinson hurt? Great win with some good momentum, and if we can beat the improved bears @ home next sunday, this year’s goals may have to be re-examined. Rock the Dome out next sunday!
By Boo Boo
October 5, 2008 9:07 PM | Link to this
Five wins is now almost a lock. Maybe as many as seven possible, which is looking good. Still, never forget how the Falcons have gotten off to 6-2 and 5-3 starts before, only to finish with disappointing records. Ryan is a rookie and healthy clubs will try and eat him alive. The Packers were not so healthy, but all the gmaes count. Ryan is still a rookie and rookies need to learn things like throwing interceptions in the endzone. He’s still got some mistakes to make. Aim low and anything higher is a plus. Aim high and anything less is heartbreak.
By Bob
October 5, 2008 9:07 PM | Link to this
Good Win for the Dirty Birds…FEAR THE FALCONS!!! We need to give much love to Thomas for drafting Matt Ryan…but even more love for drafting Sam Baker. Not much has been said about him but he makes a huge differnce when he is in the game. The team just looks much better running the ball and the offense flows better. Get your tickets now the the Bears game and lets make the big Dome an actual home field advantage for our dirty birds!!!! Be loud and proud GO FALCONS!!!!
By Eric
October 5, 2008 9:16 PM | Link to this
The Falcons are way ahead of schedule. I’ve been praising the offensive line this year, I think they can be very special. Ryan is playing as good as a vet. The defense has some holes in it, but the staff is doing a good job of covering some of the holes up. I just wish the schedule wasn’t so brutal for the Falcons. Big ups to Thomas Dimitroff he is the real deal.
By Joe G
October 5, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this
Being a BC Alumni I’ve had the pleasure of watching Matt for four years, and predicted he was the best NFL quaterback prospect the Eagles have ever developed, Flutie and Hasselback included. Way to go Matt, keep up the good work!
By Ross
October 5, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this
I’ve seen a lot of quarterbacks in my time watching football. Ryan has something, that great quarterbacks all have - a firm grasp of reality. His rookie mistake did not phase him, even though it led to a 14 point swing. He’d made a great touch pass earlier for a score, and he seemed to be frozen in the moment - “do it fire it, is it a touch pass?” and he waited a split second too long - well, out he came and got back on it, it’s my job you see, we’re gonna win football games.
What we have here is a Pennsylvania QB - Namath, Marino, Unitas - this guy was born to run an offense. He will not quit. You could see this last year - Tech went into that game against BC and after two series of Matt Ryan, I was saying - “who IS this kid?”
The gods have been kind to Atlanta. Watch this kid - he’s going far, and it will all be with and for Atlanta. This kid is a gem.
And all you folks who shouted me down when I said how dumb it would be to pass over Ryan - well, just sit back and enjoy it.
-drl
By lgd
October 5, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this
DONT UNDER ESTAMATE THE KICKING GAME ELAM HAS NOT MISSED A KICK ALL YEAR BY THIS TIME OF THE SEASON THE LAST TWO YEARS WE HADE TO BRING MORT ANDERSON OUT RETIREMENT GOOD JOB J.
By Recent Reader
October 5, 2008 9:30 PM | Link to this
Another BC fan who is rooting for the Falcs!!! Good game today! Lets start beating the NFC South Teams!!
By Gritz Blitz
October 5, 2008 9:30 PM | Link to this
Falcons proved they believed in themselves when many in the sports media did not. Matt Ryan appears to be getting better each week and so is this team. Coach Smith and his staff are getting the most out of what we’ve got. Go Falcons! The future is bright.
By The Real Roswell Ed
October 5, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this
I’m very very pleased!!!
Go-o-o-o Falcons!!!!!!!!!!!!
By RA
October 5, 2008 9:40 PM | Link to this
Okay,
My question is this. Where the deuce are all those haters that were out in full force last week after the loss to Carolina? All those folks that said that Ryan was a bust, where are you? Here’s the thing. I was blogging last week about how one game doesn’t make a player or a team. One week later I’m still here. Where are you?
By Terrible Truth
October 5, 2008 9:54 PM | Link to this
I hope someone is watching from the prison day room. See what happens when you put in the time to work, study and strive to get better? All you cared about was bling, blunts and bludgeoning dogs.
By Paddy
October 5, 2008 9:58 PM | Link to this
J. Anderson should be a servacible ‘d’lineman for the Falcons. In a year or 2 he will be an alternate on situation plays that will let him get playing time. Don’t give up on him too soon. But he is not a first team player on a winning team. He should have a long career as a good backup. And every team needs depth at “D” line.
By DeezNutz
October 5, 2008 10:02 PM | Link to this
Where is Terrence Moore to pee on this Falcons win?
Probably looking at a picture of Dave Justice topless.
By stendec
October 5, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this
Matt Ryan was smooth. Made one critical error which would have been fatal against top tier team. Hey, he IS a rookie! Keith “No Tackle” Brooking cannot use same excuse. This former Pro Bowler now an embarrassing liability. His non-action on final Pack touchdown completely unacceptable! Brooking is a has been well past his prime. It happens. Jamal Anderson is just a never was/never will be untalented piece of S++T! Deal his sorry A++ to anyone deluded enough to still think he has potential. He has none! BEAT CHICAGO.
By BIG DAWG
October 5, 2008 10:07 PM | Link to this
It’s time to sit Jamal Anderson and play Kroy Bierrman. He was the best DE in preseason and he’s been sitting all season. I’m telling you..the guy would have 4 or 5 sacks by now. I’m not sure I sp. his name right, if not , sorry Kroy.
By Ron RobertsWanna
October 5, 2008 10:08 PM | Link to this
Wanna know when this kid’s really taken over as Falcons’ favorite???
When even the ignorant jackals aren’t littering the blogs with “told ya you’d miss (you-know-who)” and “you’ll wish you’d supported (you-know-who)” comments.
GO FALCONS!!! Always been proud, and even moreso than ever; by golly, we’re a legitimate NFL franchise!
By Nookah
October 5, 2008 10:14 PM | Link to this
It’s so great to have a respectable, competitive team again. I am indeed very proud of Matt Ryan but please let us not forget the contribution from the rest of the team and moreso the growing confidence and effectiveness of the OL along with the value of creating a winning and competitive atmosphere. Kudos to the management team and coaching staff. They’ve done an enormous job. How about Roddy White? 8 catches for 132 and a TD…..special!!! It will soon be cliche to say Ryan to Roddy.
They are a few fans who have been very hard on Jamaal Anderson. Don’t give up on him yet. I think Mike Smith and his team will soon find a way to get the best out of him. Keep the faith. We are getting closer and closer to a very good team. We are a few players away and while that is happening Matt Ryan and the OL are getting better and better.
Go Falcons!!!
Nuff Respect!!!!
By Supes
October 5, 2008 10:44 PM | Link to this
There will be lows and highs, and let’s not make more out of this. It’s Matt Ryan’s rookie season. As long as he continues to improve, if he struggles occasionally on the road, (Tampa/Carolina) that’s to be expected.
The Falcons are in rebuilding mode. It’ll take 2-3 years to completely turn the team around into a legit playoff conteder.
However, we are seeing good coaching and overall progress right away. Falcons will continue to get better this season, I wouldn’t be surprised if they catch a few more “above average” caliber teams sleeping and beat them.
Six wins is not out of the questions, maybe even more. Not bad for a rebuilding team.
Matt Ryan will be judged after 2 years going into year number 3. By then we’ll know if he’s a “bust or not”.
By TheAntiMe
October 5, 2008 11:32 PM | Link to this
I concur with Coach Mike Smith’s assessment that The Falcons took an important step in Green Bay today.
Also, I was surprised that the Fox announcers were trying to attribute Michael Turner’s lower rushing totals in the 2 losses to some kind of mystical force that has caused them to not play well on the road prior to this game.
It really should not have been such a hard thing for the announcing team to figure. The fact of the matter is that the Falcons 2 losses came against teams that play tough on defense. It was those 2 teams (Tampa Bay and Carolina) defense that shut down the Bird’s running game and not the mystical road bogeyman.
By kenneth
October 5, 2008 11:39 PM | Link to this
I think everyone will agree that there is something special about whats going on with the falcons these days. regardless of record, its great to have a team that plays hard and with alot of class.
props to mike smith and the whole falcons organization…
like most falcon fans, im very excited to see whats going to happen with this team and what may come in the future!
for once, i am proud to be a falcons fan
By BATMAN
October 5, 2008 11:52 PM | Link to this
WHO IS MIKE VICK?
By igotxx3
October 6, 2008 12:00 AM | Link to this
smh when they lose fans talk negative when they win they talk positive…whats it going to be?
By Ben in Athens
October 6, 2008 12:46 AM | Link to this
All I can say is I feel like an idiot for questioning for one second the decision to take Ryan over Dorsey. This new staff clearly knows what they’re doing. This team clearly knows what they’re doing. It hasn’t been this exciting to be a Falcons fan since the last time we went to Lambeau Field.
By the way, every year since the NFC South was formed, the last place team from the previous year has won the division the next year. The last place team of 2007? Your Atlanta Falcons…just sayin’…
By Big D
October 6, 2008 1:06 AM | Link to this
It’s amazing what happens to the receivers when the QB hits them in stride with a catchable ball. Jenkins is even starting to show some of the promise he had when we drafted him. It is so refreshing to see a real NFL team with a great power running game and what is becoming a real deep threat. Way to go T. Dikmtroff. We could have drafted Dorsey, but we would have only had 1 player. TD made a great call and we ended up with 2.
Yes, its going to be 2 steps forward, 1 step back season but we have some real legitimate hope for the future. GO FALCONS
By Dr. Warren
October 6, 2008 1:49 AM | Link to this
If we stay healthy then we’ll win at least 2 of the remaining division games. Of the other 9 games, we should win 3. So 8 seems possible at this point. 8-8 after what this franchise has gone through would have to be considered one of the greatest seasons in Falcons history. It’s possible, people.
By Gator
October 6, 2008 3:02 AM | Link to this
Great win. In their wins and losses they look like a team with a game plan. Something not seem much last year. When they win I’m beggining to think it’s not luck.
By falcondawg
October 6, 2008 6:24 AM | Link to this
NO SACKS!!!
By Dawg4Life
October 6, 2008 6:45 AM | Link to this
The biggest suprise this year has really been the play of the O-line. I thought these guys were supposed to be scrubs? That was not a weak D-line they faced yesterday with KGB and Kampman, and no sacks…
By roman88
October 6, 2008 7:10 AM | Link to this
remember before the season all the morons crying about the ryan pick and the elam signing, ohh dorsey, saying they were through with the birds, you know who you are, the future continues to look even brighter. thug free beotch
By John
October 6, 2008 7:44 AM | Link to this
My first falcons game was in 1989 at Atlanta Fulton County Stadium. What I saw that day was a rookie cornerback from Flordia State catch the opening kickoff and run it back 100 yards for a touchdown. This was my first game and it was his first time touching the ball in his career. I instantly fell in love with this team. Over the past 20 years there have been alot of ups and downs, Mostly Downs but I have stuck with this team and I still to this day feel the same way about this team. I can tell you this though, I have never been so proud of this team since that day. They said this team was going to go 1-15 this season. All I got to say is 1-15 MY AZZ.
By MR. SMITH
October 6, 2008 7:49 AM | Link to this
I wonder what TM has to say about this victory? And about this team’s ability to win with out all the thorns that have been in our side for several years now. Where are all the CONVICK supporters today! romann88 nailed it! THUG FREE!!!
By MR. SMITH
October 6, 2008 7:53 AM | Link to this
And let us not forget about Roddy White and his unbelievable play this yesterday. For so long we heard that the receiving corps was the problem with CONVICK’s inabilities. Maybe a quarterback should be able to throw the ball to a receiver in order for that receiver to catch the ball. And hats off to the entire team for playing with control, ONLY 2 PENALTIES! OUTSTANDING!!!!
By Mychelfromatl
October 6, 2008 7:54 AM | Link to this
Job well done Matt Ryan, Michael Turner, Roddy White, John Abraham, Michael Boley, and everyone else + coaching staff. All I’ve ever wanted to see was “Matty” play on the road like he seems to do at home. Now with praises aside, let’s do it again sunday vs. Chicago. Young Falcons, Young Hawks, Braves take notes. Have a great day people.
By Paddy
October 6, 2008 7:59 AM | Link to this
fALCONS mgt>.. LETS STAY THUG FREE, PLEASE.
By NorthFLaFalcon
October 6, 2008 8:09 AM | Link to this
Great game. Thanks for winning one for my Dad, a lifelong Falcons fan. He saw the first pre-season game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium in 1966 and cheered them ever since. HM 7/29/27 - 10/5/08. Peace.
By David Beard
October 6, 2008 8:26 AM | Link to this
Matt Ryan puts the legacy of MV behind this team each time he steps on the field. The guy has truly impressed me and most of the city who views the games with an open mind. It will be fun to watch this kid grow in the NFL. Finally, we can look to the future with a smile!
Great win against the Pack!
By Hollywould
October 6, 2008 8:28 AM | Link to this
John,
Actually, it was a punt return for Deion. I will never forget listening to Munson making the call. “One man missed him, another man missed him,” The only other thing he said was “MY god he’s gonna score” Anyway, great win yesterday but that secondary has got to pick it up. Turn you head around boys. bring it on Sunday against da bears.
By Bob from Winder
October 6, 2008 8:34 AM | Link to this
And let us not forget about Roddy White and his unbelievable play this yesterday. For so long we heard that the receiving corps was the problem with CONVICK’s inabilities
* remember roddy white is a thug!! he wore a shirt last year saying “free mike vick” give him a few weeks and he will see a police blotter.* Whats up with that goatee on michael turner..he looks kinda sneaky like he is hiding something himself. Ryan and Baker will be a great combo for years around here. Matty Ice is another Manning,or Farve I predict great things for this franchise, plus my kids now have a role model who looks like them in Ryan.. Go Birds
By Tommy
October 6, 2008 8:38 AM | Link to this
In yesterday’s game is that Aaron Rodgers had a big day [300+ yards and 3 TDs], the Packers executed their ofensive game plan, and they cashed in on the end zone interception.
But the Falcons won anyway.
When you can go on the road, have your opponent play their game, hand them seven points, but walk out with a win despite this, you’re a good NFL team. I’m not saying ‘Super Bowl, here we come’ or anything ridiculous like that, but from what we’ve seen the birds may be a serious contender by next season, provided they can shore up the receiving corps and get some help in the secondary.
Suddenly the Bears and Broncos look like teams we can beat, and 7 or 8 wins is now a distinct possiblity. Simply being able to write this speaks volumes of Dimitroff, Smith, and the system they’ve implemented.
By Barry
October 6, 2008 8:42 AM | Link to this
Hey Y’all:
“ONE HEARTBEAT!!!”. “ONE HEARTBEAT!!” These Falcons are steadily moving in “One Heartbeat!!” Man, these guys are playing together with some inspiring football. One game at a time. That’s how we will take them. One game at a time. The football community in Atlanta feel the inspiration of this team and we are on board in “ONE HEARTBEAT!!”. Therefore, let’s get your tickets for this Chicago game and play with “ONE HEARTBEAT!!” in kicking some Bears butt. We owe everyone in the league some butt kickin considering the difficulties we have had the last 2 years. The time is now. Let’s kick some butt in “ONE HEARTBEAT!!”.
The coaches and the players appear to be taking no prisoners when the opportunity comes for them to utlize their skill and talent to win these games. I am enjoying these guys learning under Mike Smith’s and his coaching staff system. This is some enjoyable football. I am really enjoying how Matt Ryan is throwing the ball. I mean, he was looking like Joe Namath out there in Lambeau Field. The only mistake was the interception in the end zone. This is fixable. The running game is stought and flexible. Teams are in trouble with the offensive line that we have. They are playing real, real nasty out there. The defense, what can you say, they are the “BOMB”. Big Grady and John Abraham and the guys are bringing it. Lawyer Milloy nearly took a guy head off out there. I will never forget that hit. It’s comming together y’all. “ONE HEARTBEAT!!” We are there in “ONE HEARTBEAT!!!”. See you all at the game on Sunday in “ONE HEARTBEAT!!!”
LET”S GO FALCONS!!!!
"ONE HEARTBEAT, BABY!!"SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This is a SECRET from a FALCON FAN. TELL EVERYBODY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ringold
By preston
October 6, 2008 8:44 AM | Link to this
That was a good game and great win for the falcons…….this team and this staff have already exceeded the expectations for this yr as for as I am concerned. It is also refreshing to read this blog in particular b/c for the most part everyone is talking about the present direction of the organization…..however I see that there were two morons by the name fo mr. smith and paddy that could not resist posting something idiotic.
By Joe
October 6, 2008 8:47 AM | Link to this
For the first time EVER I find myself looking forward to watching the Falcons play. I’m very impressed with the new leadership as well as the toughness that I see in the team. This could actually be a place that players want to come to.
As for Matt Ryan, WOW.
Nice Draft Pick
By spotman
October 6, 2008 8:56 AM | Link to this
Did you see the post game interview? Our guy in a coat and tie and the other one in a tee shirt and cap. Nuff said.
By Billy
October 6, 2008 8:58 AM | Link to this
Hey Indifferent,
BC fan here. Love Matt Ryan. The Falcons are my second favorite team now behind the Patriots. Where is BC now? We are 4-1. Chris Crane is definitely not Matt Ryan, but, we are getting along alright. Looking forward to seeing Matt up at Chestnut Hill for the VT game. Don’t worry Falcons fans. You’re on the bye week.
By Falcon Fannie
October 6, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this
Let’s not throw out all the regime with the bathwater! Some fans have short memories: Draft picks and other acquisitions from the past three years have been OUTSTANDING. Where would we be without Roddy White (who was called a “bust” after his first season), Michael Jenkins, Jerious Norwood, John Abraham and Lawyer Malloy? I think those were McKay picks, weren’t they?
By Regal1Got1
October 6, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this
Good win. Now that Matt has proven that drafting him first was not a bad thing, I would like to add something in reference to J. Anderson.
People, keep in mind what everyone was saying about Mario Williams outside of the Texans management. There was reasons behind his selection and the signability of Bush was not the issue. There was a footprint there that said that he would be a formidable athlete at his position. His first season was considered a bust. His first few games of year 2 did nothing to keep people from proclaiming his status as a bust but management stuck with him and was rewarded by seeing him live up to his potential. J. Anderson will do the same if management dont fold and allow him to plug along. His assention will take longer because he is in a rotation but he will be better none the less.
Lastly, screamers wanted. Call the Ticket Services Department at (404) 223-8444 or e-mail ticketservices@falcons.nfl.com
By VickBeliever
October 6, 2008 9:33 AM | Link to this
Where were you Matt Ryan suckers last week when the running game did not work and he sucked. Wen they win you want to give all the credit to Matt Ryan but all you people who don’t understand football you need to realize that if it was not for Michael Turner this team would probably be 0-5. So let’s not give Matt Ryan all the credit he is doing well managing the game and not loosing it. However, he sure as hell is not winning games tha run game and and the beast Abraham deserves more credit than what they are getting. But all white people have waited for this day so I will not still your thunder. Just hope that Michael Turner does not get hurt. Furthermore, this team is under much better direction than it was 5 years ago. Where we only relied on one player who delivered but you can not win with just one player.
By N2Pain
October 6, 2008 9:34 AM | Link to this
Great win Falcons! John Abraham is playing lights out despite having no help on the other side. To all the Jamaal Anderson fans out there - both of you - you can’t deny he’s worthless. He’s never had his name called in 21 NFL starts. He hasn’t made a single tackle in 2 years let alone a sack. Cut your losses and trade him. He is holding the Falcons down.
By BigJohn
October 6, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this
Ryan played great. Cool and poised. Roddy continues to show how great he can be with the right QB. The O-line was awesome! The greatest thing about the game? ONLY 2 penalties!!!
By Southern Born
October 6, 2008 9:39 AM | Link to this
Regardless of what the W-L may be at the end of the year, it sure is great to see the Falcons playing some honest-to-goodness, real live, smash-mouth NFL football.
Great job, guys. Beating the Pack at Lambeau…woo hoo!
By SCBird
October 6, 2008 9:42 AM | Link to this
We still need some help at the corners…Has Foxworth seen any playing time? To me, CB is our weakness. Overall, the team looks good though.
By Henry
October 6, 2008 9:48 AM | Link to this
Needed a win on the road to give this team some confidence. Obviously Smith has brought some good coaches with him aas we have some of the same players. New coach, new program and most of all a new attitude. Thanks
By Bodidly
October 6, 2008 9:56 AM | Link to this
Brooking has to go, he has become to slow to even play the run. All high drafts should be on the defense next year and with Smith being a defensive coach that will probably be the case, but a great win for a young team overall.
By mackdawg
October 6, 2008 10:15 AM | Link to this
Hey VB! was wonderering where you and your pals were!here we go again,I guess MV was the only reason we led the league in rushing all those years.Well,we are leading again with no MV in sight! let it go, Bro! quit hating and get back on board with the TEAM!
By JB
October 6, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this
SCBird,
I saw Foxworth as one of the two people providing double coverage on Rodger’s TD passs to Driver. Do not know how much other play time he had. It was a great pass, though
By Keeping It Real
October 6, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this
The keys here is Michael Turner, an improved OL and the draft choices. Most of the team remained as it was in 2007 except for Hall, Crumpler and Horn(the bad guys).Crumpler’s departure was a mistake but business is business. Ryan has exceeded ny expectations. No more negative comments from me.
By Jefferson
October 6, 2008 10:41 AM | Link to this
A Summary, if I may:
Most comments talk about Ryan and yes the kid looks impressive, for a rookie. I did not see him play in College (except for that ridiculous BC win on the road against VT) but obvioulsy the “Ice” nickname is a good one. He seems like he is out playing in the yard. However, the key is these Falcons are now a TEAM!! TEAM. That, my friends, is the key. Obviously White, Turner, Abraham, coaching staff, etc deserve as much if not more credit than the QB. The key is the kid is taking the leadership role the QB normally assumes, and the is doing that by LEADING. Finally, a guy from a university where the athletes actually study and someone I can have my kids look up to!! They now want to go study at BC!! weird. (I don’t think they can get in, boo hoo) Now that, my friends, is change for the better. GO FALCONS.
By Orlando
October 6, 2008 11:20 AM | Link to this
NorthFLaFalcon condolences on your father’s passing.
This was the next level that we were talking about! Already we’ve seen that Atlanta’s success will be based on the same formula that every great team uses:
1) Solid play from the O-line, meaning little pressure on the QB and opening up holes in the running game
2) Turner being able to recognize and plow through those holes.
3) Ryan making minimal mistakes.
It seems that he is getting more comfortable on the road, and that will only make this team better. That fourth down call on the first possession was gutsy, and it shows that they have tremendous faith in his ability to get it done.
As for that one pick he threw in the end zone, I believe that he will adjust and not make those same throws in the future.
Defensively Atlanta really needs help in the secondary, but that will come soon enough. Overall I like where they are going as a team and can’t wait to see what happens at the Dome against Chicago!
By d-man
October 6, 2008 11:32 AM | Link to this
Great road win for the Falcons. Lots of praise to go around. I must admit I have not been a Roddy White fan, but he has sure convinced me otherwise. I really like his toughness as much as anything. He gives as good as he gets from DB’s. My main concern now is the lack of a pass defense. Even with a bad shoulder, GB had over 300 yards in the air. That cannot be acceptable to Van Gorder and co. GB scored much too easily with the game on the line. Anyway, I won’t dwell on the negative. Anytime anyone beats the Packers at Lambeau, it is a BIG DEAL. Way to go Falcons.
By Boo Boo
October 6, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this
The Falcon “win plan” this year, so far, has been get ahead and hold on. All wins are great thrills; but Ryan hasn’t shown any seasoned veteran savy and skill for making a comeback yet. He will prove himself when he takes the team from 9 points down, with 4 minutes left to play, and leads them to a comeback victory. That might not happen this year. It takes time to make it in the big leagues, even when the stars are shining from within.
By tony noles
October 6, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this
MICHAEL WHO !!!!! ha,ha,ha,ha
By Ryan was the right choice
October 6, 2008 12:13 PM | Link to this
James, I’m one of those people that wanted Dorsey and Brohm in a later round for QB and right now I’m eating my crow with hot sauce!!!!!!!!!!
By Jsonic
October 6, 2008 12:16 PM | Link to this
The whole team has direction now and it can be directly related to Matt Ryan. I’m not a BC fan(they’ve been thumping my beloved Irish for quite a while now!) He is a leader. When you put a true leader in place the good in all the rest will stand out. Turner, White, Norwood, Abrams have all turned it up a notch. Regardless of how the Falcons finish this season they are only going to go up. They are a true team and will soon be feared by Cowboys and Titans alike!
By SCBird
October 6, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this
Thanks JB, I’ve been wondering all year why we haven’t made more moves at CB. Houston and Grimes aren’t getting it done.
By Steady
October 6, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this
I am so glad this team is more humble than the past teams…We finally have a QB that has class surrounded by players that don’t run their mouths.
By Kelley
October 6, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this
When I watch the Falcons I see a very well coached team. It is refreshing to see. None of the distractions from the past, no one running their big mouth.
I think if the Falcons end up at .500 it will be a good season. More than anything, it’s just nice to watch a calm, composed team.
Next step, get Blank off the sidelines.
By newkid
October 6, 2008 12:49 PM | Link to this
It’s indeed touching when the performance of a sports franchise helps - in some small way - a person mourning the loss of a loved one to cope with that loss. NorthFLaFalcon, may your reflections on the Falcons of yesteryear and tomorrow always bring you fond memories of the years you had with your father. Best wishes.
By jc_atl
October 6, 2008 12:49 PM | Link to this
The turn around for this team so far has been impressive. Are we bound for great things this year? Maybe not, but last year it felt like the wheels had come off. Blank and Mike Smith deserve a lot of credit for bringing stability and respectability back to the Falcons, and having done it in a very short amount of time. Matt Ryan looks like the real deal, please don’t make the mistake of trading him, and a big welcome to Michael Turner!
By Vick Supporter
October 6, 2008 12:56 PM | Link to this
You people are calling Matty Ice “Manning” now, next week he’ll be “Harrington” again. Last week Roddy White was the worst WR in the league, and now he’s “special”. You falcon fans are idiots. Ryan played a great game, i give credit where credit is due. You peoplw need something to be happy about for one week. Vick will redeem himself……..
By k-square
October 6, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this
I remember not too long ago, I read a column that the Falcon’s would not win a game this year!! I love the changes!! Go Falcons!! Every Win is icing on the cake!!
By Vick Supporter
October 6, 2008 1:23 PM | Link to this
Say what you want people. VICK WILL REDEEM HIMSELF. Thats all that matters.
By becauseim
October 6, 2008 1:51 PM | Link to this
Here we go again. Now I have someone for my kids to look up to. Shouldn’t they be looking up to YOU. Ryan is the “great white hope” yall always have to have one. Like I said look at his stats when there’s no running game. VS well said. These a$$ on here dragging Vick was the same one’s at the Ga dome paying his salary. Tell me who’s stupid.
By becauseim
October 6, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this
Here we go again. Now I have someone for my kids to look up to. Shouldn’t they be looking up to YOU. Ryan is the “great white hope” yall always have to have one. Like I said look at his stats when there’s no running game. VS well said. These a$$ on here dragging Vick was the same one’s at the Ga dome paying his salary. Tell me who’s stupid.
By BC Eagle
October 6, 2008 1:59 PM | Link to this
We BC fans TOLD YOU SO! Matty Ice is the real deal, glad to see many of you have hopped on the bandwagon now after whining about not taking Dorsey on draft day. We were damn lucky - and now you are - to have someone of his extraordinary talent and impeccable character as the face of our team. Go Matty! We love ya.
By nique
October 6, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this
Matt Ryan stepped up yesterday. which is a great thing to see, however White’s play along with the O-lines play should not be undervalued! The O-line opened up wholes for Turner & Norwood when we needed them to & to keep the chains moving down the stretch, as well as the Defense stepping up after a tough preformance last week, starting the game with 3 straight 3 & outs was huge & so was the Int which saved Ryan’s butt after the pick which turned the momentum. But I am proud that he was able to come out & establish some confidence on the road, putting together his best game as a pro, Although this was the worst defense he has seen on the road thus far, since they are so banged up, missing a their starting corner (Harris,Safety,Bigbee, & D tackle (C. Jenkins)it was still a big game, confidence boast, & primetime preformance for a rookie! However, next week when he plays a health defense, who is deturmined to take Turner & the running game away & is willing to put 8 in the box EVERY PLAY to make him consistantly make throws to be able to come away with the win, & who was the kind of talent that the two cofrence foes that we faced earlier in the year who made Ryan look soo bad, that’s when I believe that we’ll see how much Mr. Ryan has grown! I hope he does well & that the home crowds support will aid him, bc the dome should be rocking after this victory, this SUNDAY will be the test & let’s see if he can get his first passing test against a real lagit, healthy NFL defense. I’m routing for him!
By the Donger
October 6, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this
Sam Baker is looking more and more like a surefire NFL stud. Matt Ryan’s play so far seems to have silenced all the fools that posted all the DJ Shockley and Vick crap before the season - before Ryan ever took a snap. Well, knuckleheads - his first NFL pass was a 60+ yard TD strike, and he’s led us to 3 victories in 5 weeks. Come on, please pop back in with the DJ Shockley stuff now so we can all get a good laugh.
Once we cut that buffon Michael Jenkins and sign a veteran WR and DE, we will be dangerous. GO FALCONS!
By 1966 Falcons
October 6, 2008 2:29 PM | Link to this
Michael WHO?
By Steady
October 6, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this
I am glad all the THUGS are now with Al Davis and the Raiders…Keep them on the westside.
By Hogwash
October 6, 2008 2:41 PM | Link to this
Great win for the Falcons! Only one thing worries me. If you check the schedule, you’ll see that the Packers beat the Lions(0-4)(leagues worst team?) and the Vikings(1-3). They lost to Tampa and Carolina, same as the Falcons. So, I’m not really sure what this win means. I guess we’ll find out when we play Chigago, won’t we.
By JEM
October 6, 2008 2:51 PM | Link to this
Terrence Moore! Where Are You!!!
By Michael
October 6, 2008 3:11 PM | Link to this
Matt Ryan is a fine student of football. The coaching staff has put a lot of confidence in him. He is going to get better.
Michael
By Mike
October 6, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this
To Vick Believer.. Just listen to yourself,idiot
By micah
October 6, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
Can we please talk about how good the Falcons played without referring to the terms “thug free?” Is that even possible for some of you ignorant people who don’t know what the term means? Great job Matt Ryan once again. He’s winning this fan over every game he has played.
By bocabrave
October 6, 2008 3:49 PM | Link to this
I was wrong. I was critical of drafting Ryan. I was wrong. Smith is building a no-nonsense football team, e.g. strong running game, good line play, hard but clean hitting defensive backs, and enough lightening in Roddy White to keep the other guys honest. Ryan fits that scheme perfectly-solid, good thinker, good enough arm, good enough mobility. This team is OK, and it will get a lot better with a couple of more drafts. I was at the KC game, though, and we (the crowd) didn’t seem really into it. This team deserves support. Go Falcons!
By TIME TO MOVE ON
October 6, 2008 3:59 PM | Link to this
Vick Believer and other Vick apologists, why can’t you guys just let it go? Vick hasn’t played here in TWO YEARS!!! You sound like some lovesick high schooler who can’t get over his girlfriend dumping him. Vick was a great athlete but he SCREWED UP OFF THE FIELD SO BAD HE’S NOW SERVING A PRISON SENTENCE !!!!!!!!! Ryan looks like he’s a winner. The organization after 43 years looks like it might be FINALLY going in the right direction. VICK IS PART OF THE PAST!!!!!!!!
By m.t.baker
October 6, 2008 4:03 PM | Link to this
By Mike October 6, 2008 3:25 PM | Link to this To Vick Believer.. Just listen to yourself,idiot
I guess that comment puts you on the higher level of intelligence right. Vick will redeem himself. Maybe not as a football player but as a human being.
Also he is right because people on here were wanting to cut Roddy and saying Ryan was a bust but now people are praising them, and that has been the flow of these “fans” when we win that act like they believed the whole time and when we lose it’s aww here we go again.
By TMorePlz
October 6, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this
Why is Adam Jennings even on this team? The dude is awful. Ryan can return punts better than this fool.
By WHITEMENCANJUMP.
October 6, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this
Timetomoveon,people can like and root for who do hell they want to.Who are you to tell someone to move on?Why dont all of you who posts negative posts concerning mv7 move on.Everytime ryan do what yall call good you try to show somebody up.keeping it real abe and boley won that game if you want to get technical.Seems to me a lot of yall want ryan to do good because of mv7 instead of just enjoying a team winning effort.Notice i said team.A player looks good in one game and yall ready to crown him dan marino.
By WHITEMENCANJUMP.
October 6, 2008 4:17 PM | Link to this
Timetomoveon,people can like and root for who do hell they want to.Who are you to tell someone to move on?Why dont all of you who posts negative posts concerning mv7 move on.Everytime ryan do what yall call good you try to show somebody up.keeping it real abe and boley won that game if you want to get technical.Seems to me a lot of yall want ryan to do good because of mv7 instead of just enjoying a team winning effort.Notice i said team.A player looks good in one game and yall ready to crown him dan marino.
By Rick
October 6, 2008 4:19 PM | Link to this
Stay healthy, boys, stay healthy!!
By Edward
October 6, 2008 5:06 PM | Link to this
I love the way that Matt Ryan has played in the first 5 games so far this season. I love the way he has learned from his mistakes and has improved from week to week. One of the best things about him is he is making the Wide Receivers better, including Michael Jenkins it is amazing what an accurate armed quarterback can do to a receiving corps. As for Michael Turner and the rest of the offense they are all playing well and need to continue the great work this week against the Bears.
Go Falcons!!
By GeorgiaDuck
October 6, 2008 5:06 PM | Link to this
Huge win in Green Bay! A complete reversal from a year ago. Just have to agree with Rick, stay healthy! It’s a long season.
By TIME TO MOVE ON
October 6, 2008 5:47 PM | Link to this
WHITEMENCANJUMP, How many scoring drives did abe and boley direct? How many TD passes did they throw? I give the defense credit for playing better than they did against Carolina. But Ryan directed the offense to points.Vick had his opportunity. He squandered it and now another has taken his place and is trying to make the most of HIS opportunity.That’s the truth and no one is trying to show Vick up. You guys CAN root for whoever you want. I just think you look REALLY silly longing for a player who is NEVER COMING BACK HERE NO MATTER WHAT RYAN DOES!!!!!!!! But hey this is America. You can look silly if you want to!!!
By BostonBCfan
October 6, 2008 6:02 PM | Link to this
To Ross and Supes:
and all you other Falcon fans who finally seem to be getting what we up here in Boston have known for the 3 1/2 years that Matt Ryan was the starting QB for BC. He’s a winner, he’s tough as nails, he’s calm and poised and nothing rattles him. He is a solid QB beyond his years for a rookie. Notice i said solid. Because he will be great in another 2 to 3 years but right now he is going thru the learning process that every rookie QB must go through. He is much more mature and football savvy than other rookie QB’s i’ve been watching. Those of you down there that thought the falcons should have drafted a D-lineman with the first pick and taken Joe Flacco or Brian Brohm with with a second round pick, well just shows how much you know about football. Where are all you idiots now that were doing the hating and saying Ryan would be a bust??? And saying they should not have wasted the first pick on Ryan. C’mon, where are you……you know who you are. BTW….have you seen what Joe Flacco is doing for the ravens….not too pretty.
I grew up and live here in the Boston area and I watched or went to every game Matty started and played in 3 and 1/2 years. He is amazing but all you haters and doubters must remember one thing…….he is still a ROOKIE. Can you hear me…….he is still a ROOKIE. And rookie QB’s are going to make mistakes. It’s part of their growing process. But he learns from those mistakes. And the reason he was the top QB propect in the draft was because he CAN make EVERY throw. And he CAN throw the deep ball. I saw him do it almost every week. Ask the Georgia Tech team from last year if Ryan can throw the deep ball. And, once he adjusts fully to the speed of the NFL game and the elaborate schemes of the NFL he is going to be awesome. And, as soon as he has a full complement of weapons you will see what he is capable of. To do what he did at BC playing with receivers and running backs, none of who were even close to NFL caliber, well, it’s just incredible if you could have seen it like we saw it up here for the last few years. But you are seeing glimpses of it, so just be patient and appreciate what you have down there.
I’m a diehard patriots fan but also now a falcons fan. I watch every falcon game on NFL.com just so i can watch more of Matt Ryan.
So, all you haters, pessimists and phony Falcon fans……..get a freakin life and root for some other team. For all you true Falcon fans you got a winner and a great kid down there. Embrace it and enjoy it. I know that this new Falcon fan is going to enjoy it from Boston.
By Edgar
October 6, 2008 6:25 PM | Link to this
It’s coming along folks. Sunday was a fine performance that keeps us in line during this growing process. This is a good football team and every game puts us a little closer to where we want to be. At the start of the season I had no expectations for the Falcons. Every game like this gives ME hope that this staff will give us what we all want. Great game team. All the pundits love us. Even Terence Moore. (I saw him on SPORTS FINAL last night.) He actually said it folks!!
By becauseim
October 6, 2008 6:57 PM | Link to this
Can the rest of the Falcons stay home and let Matt take the field. You a*******e$ don’t know football. Its the running game. Micheal Turner and the o-line is your MVP. Check Ryans stats when he played Carolina and Tampa Bay. To much speed on D.
By mars
October 6, 2008 7:08 PM | Link to this
Vick Supporter, you do not give credit where credit is due. Your claims are wild and based purely on emotion. You have predicted a 1-12 season. You are wrong. You were always wrong. You will always be wrong. This is due to karma, and the fact that you are full of hate. Poor Michael Vick considers you an embarrassment, and wishes you would stop using his name so he can regain some credibility. Leave poor Mike alone! He’s suffered enough without you causing even more suffering!
By Spud Webb
October 7, 2008 10:12 AM | Link to this
I love it. I’ve posted it all year, win or lose this team is finally headed in the right direction. All the way down to signing Elam (HUGE FOR US), this staff has an “idea” of what to do. Which we cannot say about past coaching staffs! They play hard and NEVER give up. This team plays hard every single play. There will be a lot of mistakes to come, from Ryan, from a young secondary and some young recievers. We will lose more than we win by the end of the year, but I am soooo excited. It’s fun to watch this team and hard not to root for them. VickBeliever vick is being redeemed right now, as he bends over for the soap. Vick will be great in the Arena league or the CFL, you can move to canada and watch him there. I think dog fighting is legal up there anyway. ahahhahahhahhahhahhahahah.
By Brendan
October 7, 2008 11:34 AM | Link to this
It’s nice to have a QB we can be proud of. It seems like he’s a responsible young man, with good character, strong resolve, good determination and ambition. He’ll be decent for a number of seasons. Look how he carries himself. It’s almost as if he’s not a rookie. He deserves a lot of credit. And while I was one to say, “Glenn Dorsey looks like a solid pick at #3,” I’m now glad the Falcons took Matt Ryan. It was probably the “right thing to do.” He’s the new face of the franchise. He’s doing a good job of being the face of the franchise. He’s leading by example on and off the field. What’s not to like?
As for Michael Vick, I do wish him well and I do hope he can resume his football career, after he’s done paying his debt to society. He’ll probably be quite fit after prison and eager to play for whichever team might want to take a chance on him. I’m sure Michael Vick would be grateful for another opportunity to show he can still play QB in the NFL. To be clear, once he’s done paying his debt to society, the slate is wiped clean. I won’t hold what he did against him anymore. And I’d hope that others wouldn’t either. But I think that “asking for too much.” And if Michael Vick’s character issues resurface, it’ll be hard for me to have sympathy for him. In life, the goal is to learn from your past mistakes. There are no perfect people. But those who do not learn from the mistakes of the past are doomed to repeat them. I think Michael Vick has the capacity to learn from his mistakes. Let’s see if he does.
By Eric C.
October 7, 2008 12:32 PM | Link to this
BostonBCfan, no argument here. I saw that BC/GT game last year and Ryan impressed the hell out of me…GT was sky high and Ryan made em look like a high school team. His football IQ is off the chart.
By Vick Supporter
October 7, 2008 2:59 PM | Link to this
Screw you stupid honkeys!!!!!
By blk&red4ever
October 7, 2008 4:34 PM | Link to this
I love that there are some fans arguing on HOW we won. Who deserves the credit, Matty Ice, Turner, Defense, O-line? WHO CARES! WE WON PEOPLE!! Enjoy it! Drink it in! This is the beginning of something really great in our city! I guess that’s way some of you don’t know how to handle it? It’s odd for me too, but hey, I hope we all get used to it! 3-2 BABY!!! I’ll take it. P.S. T. Moore. I’m so glad I did not have to read any of your “writing” today. Thank you for knowing when to shut up.
By blk&red4ever
October 7, 2008 4:38 PM | Link to this
To Vick Supporter: You are hilarious! Are you related to Fred Sanford? He’s the last person I heard use the word “honkey”. LOL!
By Lambeaumythoverin03
October 11, 2008 5:05 PM | Link to this
The Lambeau myth was destroyed in 2003 folks!
By Kukendall..Grits Blitz
October 12, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this
* Most exciting win since 1998 NFC Championship over the Vikings.*
By Kukendall..Grits Blitz
October 12, 2008 10:49 PM | Link to this
4-2.. now = 10-6.. after 16 games!
By Creaky
October 13, 2008 11:09 PM | Link to this
Ding dong the wicked Vick is dead.