Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan ranked eighth on NFL.com analyst David Carr's list of the top 10 quarterbacks of 2018.

Ryan, who threw for 2,095 yards, 20 touchdowns and 12 interceptions, landed on Carr’s list behind quarterbacks like Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees who ranked first, second and third, respectively.

“If you want to build a prototypical dropback quarterback, Matt Ryan is it,” Carr wrote. “His mechanics are almost perfect, and he's the clear leader of the Falcons offense. He's elevated the play of those around him and should put the Falcons right back in contention to win the division in 2018, especially with the addition of Calvin Ridley to the receiving corps.”

Carr's entire list can be read on the NFL's official website.

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