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By Josh

August 9, 2008 8:31 PM | Link to this

So far Michael Turner’s looking good, Matt Ryan’s probably a little nervous but that was a good touchdown catch by Roddy White from Ryan. It also seemed like the offensive line started doing better when Matt Ryan got in the game. Anybody else agree?

By CDS

August 9, 2008 8:32 PM | Link to this

Matt Ryan >>>>>>> Redman and Harrington.

Once he got past the initial screwups, he looked great on that scoring drive.

And for those who were singing the praises of Redman after last season, need I remind you that he only had decent games against poor defenses and Seattle”s backups? Let’s not forget the 0.0 rating he put up against the Bucs.

I still wouldn’t start Ryan at the start of the season, but after 8 games, I say let him play.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 8:34 PM | Link to this

The offensive line, the defensive backfield and Ryan has looked pretty good in this game.

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 8:37 PM | Link to this

Teams still running up the middle of our defense at will…go figure…

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 8:39 PM | Link to this

Actually, I think the team looked pretty good for the first preseason game against a playoff team. Atlanta managed a tie through much of the second quarter. Compared to last year…this looked like a football team that could win a few games. I’m still worried about the d-line though.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 8:42 PM | Link to this

Man, I’d start Redmond in the first reg. season game…but if he looked like he did in this preseason game I put Ryan in. The only thing that would stop me from playing Ryan would be a porous O-Line. If Redmond is getting killed because of the O-Line…I’d have to let Ryan cool his heals a while.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 8:48 PM | Link to this

They are playing Ryan in the last four minutes of the first half? I don’t like that too much but he is looking good.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 8:51 PM | Link to this

Josh,

I agree with you. The O-Line looked better with Ryan. I think Redmond hold the ball and is too inaccurate for the O-Line to have much confidence. With Ryan’s quick release and accuracy…they don’t have to hold the blocks as long and they are more confident in the success of the play.

By GA All Day

August 9, 2008 9:00 PM | Link to this

Jamaal Anderson is starting to look more and more like a mistake. Hopefully he’ll break out in year two like Mario Williams did. Ryan has a f*in cannon and has showed some poise. Redman looked like hot trash, which I always expected. Get Norwood the ball…he’s a monster and will tire defenses out after Turner pounds them.

The O-Line looks better than expected and the secondary is not as bad as most fans thought it would be. If Grimes had a little more height, he’d be great. Good coverage skills. I like the mean streak in Tyson Clabo. He and Baker could be a good pair on the ends.

Overall, I like the swagger of the team. Trash talking, knocking people over after the play. Their definitely playing with a chip on their shoulders which could lead to an extra win or two.

By lolo

August 9, 2008 9:01 PM | Link to this

put in DJ.he will lead us to victory

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 9:02 PM | Link to this

BCS Slave, a little too early to bill Ryan as accurate isn’t it? I’m not saying he looked bad, I’m just saying Roddy White bailed him out a few times.

By william cranman

August 9, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this

Hey slave it’s not Redmond, it’s Redman.

By chris

August 9, 2008 9:14 PM | Link to this

Ryan is a bomb inaccurate and will be nothing more than a flash in the pan Free Vick

By sumguy

August 9, 2008 9:16 PM | Link to this

The recievers bailed ryan out a lot. It might just be nerves as a lot of balls were high and behind. Right now high balls don’t worry me as much as balls being behind recievers. Abraham’s injury might be just be minor tweak but it will probably nag him throughout the season is not a good sign as he is the pass rush.

By GA All Day

August 9, 2008 9:23 PM | Link to this

The D-Line has no depth after Abe and Grady. Not good for the linebackers. Im starting to like our secondary more and more.

By Matt Ryan

August 9, 2008 9:24 PM | Link to this

Hey Chris, you are an idiot.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 9:25 PM | Link to this

Welike,

No it’s not to early to say Ryan is accurate. In practice he has made all the throws. And his college career tells us he is accurate. He actually looked less accurate tonight than he did in college. However, he is adjusting to NFL speed and his own nerves. He has shown pretty good reads so far too. He seems to have both the physical and the mental skills he needs to succeed. He will have off days, but I think he will be steady overall.

By The Truth

August 9, 2008 9:27 PM | Link to this

I know its going to be hard to be a fan for this “new beginning” and honestly didn’t think i’d watch much of the game tonight but as a loyal Atlanta sports fan I’ve tuned in tonight and so far….I guess i’m pleased. My expectation aren’t all that high and for the first game of the pre-season I did see some things that i liked so far this year. Thing that has stuck out to me so far is the play of our DBs. I’m a defensive nut, love defense, and I wanted to see what we would be like at the corners and I must say that the two guys that started at the corners tonight did a pretty good job, to me. Coverage was pretty good from both the corners and I hope thats a position where we continue to play throughout the game. Other than that I thought Turner had a few good runs, and Ryan did fairly well for his first game in the NFL. The standouts so far has to be Roddy White, who has come a very long way from the guy that dropped passes repeatedly to a dependable receiver. Another standout is the way the game has been called….I know its the first game but…..so far no questionable calls from our coaching staff.

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 9:28 PM | Link to this

Yo Chris, way to go with the positive attitude man. Reality check…as much as we all love Mike Vick, he’s gone sir. Get over it. Ryan looked a whole lot better than Redman. A bomb? A flash in the pan?After 20 minutes of pro action. Come back to earth man. For the real Falcon fans, we dont look to bad on offense. The rookies are holdin their own pretty good. See what happens next week against the Colts D. Good couple tests to start the preseason.

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 9:28 PM | Link to this

sumguy, I’m hoping it’s just a tweak for Abraham. I definitely agree that he’s, by far, the only legit pass rusher we have on the roster.

By Los Guapos

August 9, 2008 9:29 PM | Link to this

WOW, A QUARTERBACK WHO ACTUALLY BRINGS SOME INTELLIGENCE AND AWARENESS TO THE GAME. WHAT A DIFFERENCE A BRAIN CAN MAKE.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 9:31 PM | Link to this

Sumguy,

I agree that the receivers made some good plays. But Ryan was in the neighborhood with those throws and as a rookie in his first preseason game…he looked pretty good. The timing will only improve as the season progresses. Assuming the receivers are doing their jobs…this will get better.

By GA All Day

August 9, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this

Manny being Manny…Joey being Joey. lmao. and somebody get Dimitroff a personal barber. he’s looking slightly homeless

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 9:35 PM | Link to this

One more thing, (I’m still laughin at Chris) we gotta get rid of Joey Harrington and Adan Jenkins. And probably Michael Jenkins. Too bad we can’t get anything for any of em.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 9:36 PM | Link to this

When you watch Redman and Harrington play it is like night and day compared to Ryan. Ryan plays with authority and confidence. You have to be blind not to see how much of an improvement he is over what we’ve had in years past…including our last star qb.

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 9:36 PM | Link to this

One more thing, (I’m still laughin at Chris) we gotta get rid of Joey Harrington and Adan Jennings. And probably Michael Jenkins. Too bad we can’t get anything for any of em.

By Ron Roberts

August 9, 2008 9:37 PM | Link to this

My GOD can we have a Falcons forum w/out th I G N O R A N T racial-agenda-driven “Free Vick” and “start D.J.” stupidity???

Why is it SO important to some people that this team have a quarterback of a particular skin tone? I’ts utterly I G N O R A N T. Nevermind how INSULTING it is to the other players on the field who are of the same skin tone.

I mean, seriously… Vick? Please. He’s legally locked up (and will be for awhile). Ge over it; this team has moved on; washed its hands of the criminal.

D.J. Shockley… one ONE year as a college starting QB does not make him worthy of being an NFL starter, yet. I’m a Bulldog, and I’m pulling for him, myself, but I’m smart enough to realize the odds he (again) has to overcome. Get a clue.

Geez. Root for the team or find a team who’s QB fits your myopic (pause while you look it up) needs, please.

Check the ignorance at the door.

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 9:43 PM | Link to this

If you want to see inaccurate…watch Harrington miss receivers from seven yards away. Receivers are wide open…there is no pass rush and Harrington barely gets the ball to them. Redman was not much better when he was in the game either.

If our O-Line is gelling, Ryan will be the starter.

The biggest problem we have is that Abraham is injury prone and we still aren’t seeing anything from Anderson. We also have ZERO depth at most positions. We are definitely two or three years away from being a playoff contender.

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 9:45 PM | Link to this

Los Guapos…LOL…feel better about yourself? Nothing like a Falcons blog where bumpkins who don’t know a thing about football post comments to bait others into their world of fear & inferiority complexes…LOL. Shame on me for even acknowledging you…LOL…carry on…I’m going to get back to the football talk…by the way, BOO! Scared you didn’t it? LOL…

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 9:45 PM | Link to this

I just gotta ask myself, ( I’m still laughin at Chris) why is Harrington ahead of Shock? Good Lord the man sucks. I called the Afternoon Saloon last week and told Chuck if he throws a 30 yard pass, even if its incomplete, I’ll give him a dollar. Looks like I get to keep my money. So cut Harrington, Adam Jennings and unfortunately, probably Michael Jenkins too, and we can get down to business. Finn still got his hands, just need him to keep his knees.

By e

August 9, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this

Can we get any DT’s worth a dam? We look awful up the middle, but the secondary and the o-line are a nice surprise.

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 9:51 PM | Link to this

Ron Roberts, let it go. Talk football. Don’t be so sensitive that people can’t root for DJ without being accused of prejudice. There are plenty of UGA-loving, melanin-free (get it?) fans on here that want to see DJ too. A shame that you, asking for folks to check their ignorance at the door, have OFFICIALLY brought the former qb (get that?) into the discussion. Take a chill pill, lest Matt Ryan fans be accused of being racist simply for their desire to see him run the show. Let it go!!!

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

Scotty, I must agree that I can’t understand why we’ve held on to Jennings. As for Jenkins, he’s not a bad #3 or #4 receiver…definitely not starter caliber. Honestly though, wide receiver is not at the top of my worries list for this squad.

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 9:56 PM | Link to this

When I figure out how to use this blog thing, I’ll be able to get it right the first time. And I’m still laughing at Chris. Now I’m laughing at Ron Roberts too. Calm down whitey. Nobody said start DJ. And Mike is serving his time, so criminal is a little harsh. But I guess in some peoples eyes, once a criminal, always a criminal. I feel sorry for y’all. Go Falcons.

By eazy

August 9, 2008 9:57 PM | Link to this

What is the purpose of harrington being a falcon

By eazy

August 9, 2008 10:02 PM | Link to this

I see no purpose in redman or Harrington being on anybodys roster. It look like they are going to railroad Shock again

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 10:07 PM | Link to this

Harrington got a chance. He looked the same today as he did when he played last year. Joey is a great guy, but he is just not much of a qb. It is hard to believe that a guy who was out of football can come in and beat out Harrington for the starting job…but it happened. We need a solid veteran to back up Ryan. It needs to be someone who can teach and still be competant in the game.

By eazy

August 9, 2008 10:08 PM | Link to this

they sending Shock in, in the last 10 minutes of the game. This is looking bad for him, I see no purpose in Redman or Harrington. None what so ever. Why cant a hometown (UGA GUY) kidd get a shot. What did Blank learn from Leaf, Quinn, Smith and all the other first round hypes. This is really upsetting to see Shock get railroaded again without a fair chance.

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 10:11 PM | Link to this

Yeah fellas, our boy Abe grimmacing on the sidelines and Anderson on the other side gettin punked aint a very good sign. We got Chauncey Davis though. He’s solid. The DB’s looked good. Didn’t expect to see much on D right away. Keepin em to 10 pts in the 1st half aint too shabby. Matty (can we call him that already?) should be a good quality QB for some years to come. And my man Roddy White is the isht. At least as far as Falcon receivers are concerned. Douglas and Finn should round out a pretty decent receiver core. With Turner and Norwood, we should win a few. As long as the D ends dont wear out our linebackers by week 6.

By Marcus

August 9, 2008 10:13 PM | Link to this

The offensive line looked decent to me, but the defensive line seemed soft (all of this is in reference to 1st half play). Ryan was okay for his first exposure to NFL play.

By Big Skee

August 9, 2008 10:18 PM | Link to this

I’m just glad that the falcons are hanging in there. With all these terrible predictions I’ve been hearing I’ve honestly been afraid they were going to walked on. But no way, everybody is playing hard. GO FALCONS!

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 10:26 PM | Link to this

Shock looked good tonight. His knee seems solid. Shock should make the roster. Harrington should be cut this week.

Elam is looking bad though. He missed two field goals. What’s wrong with him?

By Big Skee

August 9, 2008 10:27 PM | Link to this

Is it just me or is it just really freaking exciting to just be watching football again!

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 10:28 PM | Link to this

Why aren’t they letting DJ throw the ball?

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this

THe second series shock looked bad…not a good thing for him. I think the coaches like his mobility and his heart. Maybe that will be enough for him to make the team over harrington.

By Ron Roberts

August 9, 2008 10:37 PM | Link to this

welikebaseball2… scroll up. I didn’t bring up the incarcerated QB first.

There’s a contingent of bloggers who just wanna push-push-push for D.J. Shockley to be given a crack at being a starting NFL QB for the Falcons when he’s played zero NFL regular season games. That’s silly.

He’s a 2nd or 3rd string QB - at best - at this point in his career, folks. Those guys get scrub minutes at the end of the game. Geez, deal with it, and stop whining that he’s not getting his due, or his shot.

Somebody has to play the last 10 minutes of the game; it would make no sense for the incumbent starter, or the first round pick or the NFL veteran. Ya’ll are griping like he’s being treated unfairly. Let the process play out, and watch it happen.

First preseason game of the year, and already there’s “Free Vick” and whining about Shockley’s playing time?

I’m over the immaturity and ignorance, welikebaseball2. Over it.

By We Are Back

August 9, 2008 10:38 PM | Link to this

It is SO wonderful to have an English-speaking QB who is apparently smart enough to learn the playbook and not rape dogs as the Franchise Face once more. Congrats, Matt Ryan!

Go Falcoons!

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 10:40 PM | Link to this

On the last series of the game, shock looked hot and cold. His numbers, compared to the other qb’s were subpar. He does get rid of the ball…he just misses too often. But you have to love his mobility and escape ability.

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 10:41 PM | Link to this

Man, DJ has had someone in his face on every play. What is this, the 6th string O-line? He’s running for his life!

By Dominic

August 9, 2008 10:42 PM | Link to this

They’re letting DJ throw now. 4-14….and he’s better than Harrington, right?? How?

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

It will be a real travesty if Shock gets cut and Harrington stays. Shock looks good while Harrington looks like a scared little bi@#h. Can Joey scramble? I didn’t think so. How bout Matty, Redman and Shock. It aint fair Shock gets the scrub receivers either. What am I talkin bout, I’m a Tech fan. Go Shock, go Thomas Brown. They’re Falcons now. Oh man, picks ain’t good.

By Ben

August 9, 2008 10:43 PM | Link to this

That’s why they don’t let DJ start

By GA All Day

August 9, 2008 10:44 PM | Link to this

DAMMIT. Good effort DJ. Maybe if they put you in with somebody else other than the 10th STRING!! NIce effort Birds.

Cuts: Joey Harrington, Adam Jennings, the whole D-Line minus Grady and Jon Abe.

Everyone else played damn good except Chris Redman

By Big Skee

August 9, 2008 10:47 PM | Link to this

Bummer, thats all I can say…

By Ron Roberts

August 9, 2008 10:47 PM | Link to this

Concerned about Abraham; looking forward to hearing what his status is. REALLY proud to see Thomas Brown in red and black (again). Ryan looked pretty darn good for a rookie QB in his first pre-season game. Roddy White could be a star in the right setting; this ain’t it (yet) but he’s gonna make whomever the starting QB is look better.

The o-line seems improved. Shockley only 4 of 15 doesn’t bode well for him, but his elusive running ability does make him a unique commodity. I think he’s safe.

By Michael

August 9, 2008 10:49 PM | Link to this

Ryan did great. Game just finished. Shockley made a few clutch plays. Shockley should be NUMBER 2!!!! No excuse for him not being number two. It should be Redman for 3-4 games then Ryan at #1, but Shockley should be number 2 atleast

By Give Ryan a chance

August 9, 2008 10:49 PM | Link to this

Loved what I saw out of Matt Ryan. He looked pretty good for his first game - he must have been pretty nervous but I thought he carried himself well.

VERY cool to see a classic drop-back passer with poise in Ryan. I’m wishing Matt Ryan well - this is a great kid whom Atlanta should be proud of…just sayin’

By Josh

August 9, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

Oooo…so close, but good effort by Shockley. If he had some good receivers we probably would’ve scored.

By Get Real

August 9, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

…and now those who wanna harp on Harrington but cut him no slack have nothing BUT excuses for D.J. Shockley’s shortcomings, tonight. Yeah, GA ALL DAY, he played with the weakest of the O-linemean, but he also played AGAINST the weakest of the Jaguars’ defensive players, too.

4 of 15, dude. Read ‘em and weep.

By Scotty

August 9, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

Alright fellas, lets just pretend We Are Back ain’t here before we get carried away. Lets just stay calm and talk Falcon football.

By athensfalconfan

August 9, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

I was reading and going along with most comments until I read Chris’ comments. What a loser…just like his hero MV.

By Big Skee

August 9, 2008 10:51 PM | Link to this

Why would we cut the D-Line again? Because we have so much depth? Yeah, That must be it…

By Mike Tyson

August 9, 2008 10:52 PM | Link to this

I see a lot of people wanting to see DJ have a chance in preseason games. Other than that, how is Ryan more qualified that DJ if we’re playing the “NFL experience” card?

Ryan is the future, we just want to see DJ run the offense more this preseason to have a legit shot at making the roster.

By Give Ryan a chance

August 9, 2008 10:53 PM | Link to this

Anyone notice that it even before the first exhibition game that a certain D-lineman from LSU that EVERYONE in Atlanta wanted has a hurt knee??

Matt Ryan was the correct choice. Go Ryan!

By Tito

August 9, 2008 10:55 PM | Link to this

Way to go Shockley

4 for 15 with with an interception on the goal line (with the game on the line)!!

This guy stinks.

Cut the bum!

Go Falcons!

By Taylor I.

August 9, 2008 10:55 PM | Link to this

I am really, really fed up with these Shockley and “Free Vick” bloggers! Come on!

Matt Ryan is the future, and he’s white, SO WHAT?! GET USED TO IT!

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

Ron Roberts, first of all, what group of people/fans are you referring to as “ya’ll?” Secondly, are you saying those rooting for DJ are racially biased because they want a QB who’s “played zero NFL regular season games” to be the starter? Okay, so I’m assuming those aching for Ryan to run the team are biased also…I mean, he’s also “played zero NFL regular season games.” Another question: Why do you keep using the former QB’s name (I refuse to say it) & DJ’s name in the same sentence? There are plenty of folks that are rooting for DJ without chanting the former QB’s name. Hmmm, sounds like you’re the one with biases. You’re drawing conclusions that don’t apply to all the people you’re grouping together…you know, the ones in that “ya’ll” group…

By Steve T

August 9, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

I do hope the falcons cut DJ because we could use a good back up in steel town, and DJ will get something he will never get with the falcons…. a suber bowl ring. We could use a good back QB with Batch out 4-6 weeks.

BTW, it is only preseason, do not get too high. Where was the FS on that TD to White? Coverage will be tighter in the regular season.
I will give Ryan credit, his arm looks a little better that what was said. But I would like to see him throw the deep out to the his left.

By Ron Roberts

August 9, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

GA All Day… now that’s class. Makes reading your posts easier to put into perspective.

By Falcon to the bone

August 9, 2008 10:56 PM | Link to this

I’m with you scotty, I’m a tech grad and I like shock. I hope he’s no. 2. He was having a good game when he got hurt, if I remember right it was on a busted play scrambling for a first down. He’s the kind of QB that can scrap out a win when you need it.OK. So the bottom line is there’s something to get a little excited about, barring no arrests. Remember Abe’s first game? I guess we’ll never see that again. I liked the way our coach looked tonight. I think we’re on the way back to average, maybe even above average. Norwood and Turner are going to be the stars of this team. That’s my prediction.

By d-man

August 9, 2008 10:59 PM | Link to this

thomas brown was the freaking bomb

By Big Skee

August 9, 2008 11:01 PM | Link to this

Harrington has had enough chances. Cut him, and let him go play in Canada! He could be a legit starter there

By Mike

August 9, 2008 11:02 PM | Link to this

Shockley needs to go

He is terribly inaccurate. He went 4 of 15 and many of the throws were not even close. Then, with the game on the line, he finally hit someone right between the numbers - too bad it was a defensive back for the Jaguars.

I think people are finally starting to see that DJ Shockley does not belong in the NFL.

Maybe he would be good in Canada, but not in the NFL.

Shockley is just no good.

Sorry.

By Jon

August 9, 2008 11:03 PM | Link to this

QB Ratings mean nothing. Harrington looked HORRIBLE tonight despite decent stats. Those all came on a screen pass and every other throw was behind the receivers and he took two sacks (maybe the QB does have something to do with it). Battling for the 3rd spot seems to have ruined any intensity he had (and I thought he wasn’t terrible last season). I’m not a UGA homer, but if Shockley had better WRs playing, his numbers would have been pretty solid.

By sledin aka mr green

August 9, 2008 11:03 PM | Link to this

how are the falcons paying 70mil to matt ryan and they cant even get us a channell that has high defintion. the picture was so crappy

By Mitch

August 9, 2008 11:03 PM | Link to this

I know its the popular thing to parrot the sports talk shows saying the falcons are not that good, but I don’t agree. Maybe I’m just a fan and completely positive, but the coaching level is so much higher and the talent is not that bad, and this team is something to be proud of and definitely good for more than that two wins the so called experts are giving them. Most of the “experts” are overweight and incapable of any athletic movement at all. Go Birds!

By BCS Slave

August 9, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this

Shockley’s interception to close the game was bad. I am like everyone else though. I wan’t Shockley to play with the first team offense against the opposing first team defense. That’s the only way to lay to rest the Shockey controversy.

One thing to note, however. It doesn’t matter if you play with the first string or the the fifth string if you pass the ball into the ground half the time. Shock did a lot of that tonight. It is sad, but he has not matured because of injuries.

By Unbiased_Blogger

August 9, 2008 11:04 PM | Link to this

RON ROBERTS - You are the only one bringing up that crap you say should not be in the blogs.

By The Truth

August 9, 2008 11:05 PM | Link to this

In the end we lose the game…reallyyy thought we would get that win until that receiver dropped a pretty pass.

At the end of the night I say that we go ahead and cut #13 (he hasn’t earned the right for me to call his name). Seriously, if you look at the stats his may look a tad better than DJ’s but the man constantly missed dump off passes and got his numbers up by completing a 3 year dump off screen that Snelling did all the work on. He doesn’t look like he did last year…the guy looks far worst than last year! Nothing has changed with #13…the guy has been a loser and will stay a loser.

Other than that I thought the o-line was decent…to many false starts from the o-line but it is the pre-season so hopefully that clean itself up. Again the best thing I seen tonight was Roddy White and the overall play of our starting corners. I thought those guys did a good job which is a surprise to me because I thought that would be our weak point. How about some of our rookies as well. I thought Lofton had some BIG hits out there tonight.. Good game Falcons. Now all we have to do is cut #13..get his worthless behind out of that Falcons uniform

By uga fans

August 9, 2008 11:06 PM | Link to this

GET OVER YOURSELVES. Shockley just proved how bad he really is and why he is 4th on our depth chart. Our coaches are not stupid, they know through practice etc. where our qb’s belong and they proved that tonight. Redman being #1 has much more to do with his experience than anything else and Ryan proved he is head and shoulder above everyone else at #2. Michael: This post is also directed at you whether you are a UGA fan or not. “Shockley should be NUMBER2!!!!”. Was the picture from My ATL TV bad enough to where you couldn’t see the game??

By welikebaseball2

August 9, 2008 11:07 PM | Link to this

Okay, those who think everyone that roots for DJ is a biased Vick fan…have at it, show your bias/ignorance/fear…I’ll chime in on some football business whenever the conversation gets back to that…

By JHD

August 9, 2008 11:07 PM | Link to this

Why should Harrington be cut when he led the offense to one of the two TD drives we had tonight?

By KneeJerk

August 9, 2008 11:08 PM | Link to this

so D.J goes 4-15 and some say he should be AT LEAST 2nd string. That’s hilarious. What do you base this on? If Shockley played at Utah State would you still say this?

By TheItalianDawg

August 9, 2008 11:09 PM | Link to this

D.J was the best QB out there,he moved the fifth string offense to the goal line in 2 minutes, despite his last throw, I think he did great job and he should start

By JB

August 9, 2008 11:10 PM | Link to this

The Falcons looked pretty good tonight throughout the game. I was happy with most aspect, but a little troubled by Elam’s misses and Shockley’s performance.

I had read a lot of Georgia fans talking Shockley up, but he looked pretty bad from what I saw. He just does not have an accurate arm (I think he was 4 of 16 tonight). Also, Shockley’s decision making is not good for a guy going into his 3rd year in the NFL. After tonight, I think Shockley will be the first QB to go.

Running backs and receivers looked solid (especially Weems who was playing at the end of the game).

Go Falcons.

By Mike Tyson

August 9, 2008 11:11 PM | Link to this

6-10

By Unbiased_Blogger

August 9, 2008 11:13 PM | Link to this

The Falcons have gotten so bad that you people celebrate paying 70 million dollars to watch someone complete 9 passes and still lose the game.

I don’t care if you complete 3 of 20 as long as you win the game. Better pray Roddy White doesn’t get injured.

By Sean

August 9, 2008 11:17 PM | Link to this

DJ Shockley looked great… I think the quaterbacks should be as follows: Ryan, Shockley, Harrington….

By Ron Roberts

August 9, 2008 11:19 PM | Link to this

welikesbaseball2… Matt Ryan is a top-5, first round draft pick. D.J. Shockley is not. He was a college starting QB for one season, compared to Matt Ryan’s nearly three full seasons at BC. ‘Nuff said.

By cjdawg

August 9, 2008 11:20 PM | Link to this

For what it’s worth, I was concerned about picking Ryan myself. But tonight, I saw a huge difference in the team when he came into the game. He looked like the leader of the Falcons. He had pocket presence, a handle of the huddle and a gun on his shoulder. Maybe not right away, but if he can continue to get better, we may very well have gotten the best player in this draft.

I would also like to see DJ get a good look. Not a lot of difference between Redman and Harrington. Redman seems to be the better option IMO. I think, if given the chance, Shock could turn out to be a great backup or number 3 until Ryan is ready.

I almost had a Cardiac episode when Abraham went out. We cannot have that at all. The ‘new’ second year guy just gets no push upfield at all. Huge concern IMO. Liked the way Turner and Norwood looked.

Go Falcons!!

By Brian

August 9, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this

Shockley threw a pick against the last string of players? How is this not settled now? He’s awful. If he didn’t play for the puppy dog school, no one would care.

By AWT

August 9, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this

I have watched DJ during his career with the bulldogs and with the falcons. I have a medical question. How can anyone who CHOKES as much as he has in his college and pro careers keep breathing. When the pressure is on, he CHOKES; he did in college, he still does in the pros. Shouldn’t his windpipe be totally collapsed by now?

By GA BORN N RAISED

August 9, 2008 11:22 PM | Link to this

I enjoyed watching the falcons play tonight. SHOCKLEY especially made it exciting at the end! He brought the heart, passion and kind of drive we need here in atlanta to get anything accomplished until some guys get more set in their individual positions. He has that natural ability to save plays/ make something out of nothing, his passes were pretty much accurate/with strength (whether some receivers caught the ball or not) and I can’t wait to see his chemistry with Finn when he gets to play with the 1st string offense…

FOOTBALL SEASON IS BACK…that’s exciting enough…BUT HERE’S A GUY WHO CAN ADD TO THAT EXCITEMENT, FILL SOME SEATS, & BRING SOME WINS HERE TO ATLANTA…

Go team!!!

By BB

August 9, 2008 11:23 PM | Link to this

Dad gum, looks like Roddy is bringing his “A” game this year. Well done sir!

I thought DJ was outstanding playing with the third and fourth string. I am not as worried about his stats (but, Mr. Meeks shouldn’t make any long term plans with the team) DJ flat out moved the team. My only concern is that he isn’t the same style QB as the other three and this would make him odd man out in my opinion.

I do think tonight’s performance guarantees him a job in the NFL though. Maybe a trade with TN?