Atlanta Falcons 2:30 p.m. Sunday, August 23, 2009

QB rotation changing for third preseason game

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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

There will be fewer chances for Falcons players fighting for a roster spot to make an impression this week.

Head coach Mike Smith said the starters will play a bigger role in Saturday’s preseason game against San Diego at the Georgia Dome.

The quarterback rotation will be different this week, according to Smith. Backup Chris Redman, who did not play against St. Louis, will get snaps against San Diego. Smith said that likely means one of the four quarterbacks won’t play. With starter Matt Ryan scheduled to play significant time that means either D.J. Shockley or John Parker Wilson may not play.

Shockley is 8-for-20 for 94 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions in two preseason games. Wilson is 6-for-8 for 55 yards.

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