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2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@MIN
Loss, 12-28
3042224--------18.56
2PHI
Win, 24-20
320333--------19.10
3@IND
Loss, 24-27
304313--------22.46
4TEN
Loss, 10-24
397--18-------115.68
5@HOU
Loss, 32-53
3303171-----1-31.90
6@ARI
Loss, 33-34
3564-7--------30.94
7LA
Loss, 10-37
159-12-------12.56
8SEA
Loss, 20-27
------------0.00
9Bye  ------------0.00
10@NO
Win, 26-9
1822113--------14.58
11@CAR
Win, 29-3
3111----------16.44
12TB
Loss, 22-35
271-18-------17.64
13NO
Loss, 18-26
3122221-------116.58
14CAR
Win, 40-20
3132-8--------21.32
15@SF
Win, 29-22
2102-27--------19.10
16JAX
Win, 24-12
384126--------15.96
17@TB
Win, 28-22
3131---------114.52
2019 Fantasy Stats
  PassingRushingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDIntYdsTDLostPts
1@MIN,
L 12-28
3042224--18.56
2PHI,
W 24-20
320333--19.10
3@IND,
L 24-27
304313--22.46
4TEN,
L 10-24
397--18-115.68
5@HOU,
L 32-53
3303171-31.90
6@ARI,
L 33-34
3564-7--30.94
7LA,
L 10-37
159-12-12.56
8SEA,
L 20-27
------0.00
9Bye------0.00
10@NO,
W 26-9
1822113--14.58
11@CAR,
W 29-3
3111----16.44
12TB,
L 22-35
271-18-17.64
13NO,
L 18-26
3122221-116.58
14CAR,
W 40-20
3132-8--21.32
15@SF,
W 29-22
2102-27--19.10
16JAX,
W 24-12
384126--15.96
17@TB,
W 28-22
3131---114.52
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  • Posts 6-2 record post-bye

    Ryan completed 30 of 51 pass attempts for 313 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 28-22 overtime win against Tampa Bay. He also lost one fumble on the afternoon.

    Analysis: The 2016 MVP was under siege once again Week 17, absorbing four-plus sacks for the sixth time this season. Ryan remained his typical poised self, however, leading Atlanta back from a 22-16 fourth-quarter deficit to reach a post-bye record of 6-2 and secure Dan Quinn as the head coach for the 2020 campaign. While he tallied 25 passing TDs and established a completion percentage over 66 percent for a second consecutive year, Ryan's 14 interceptions represented his highest total since 2015. Ball…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Pushes post-bye record to 5-2

    Ryan completed 32 of 45 pass attempts for 384 yards, while throwing one touchdown and two interceptions during Sunday's 24-12 win against Jacksonville. He also registered six rushing yards on four carries.

    Analysis: Coming into the day, Ryan had cleaned up his play after a turnover-laden first half of 2019, committing just three interceptions Weeks 11 through 15 after throwing nine picks and losing two fumbles between Weeks 1 and 10. Facing a star-studded but largely underperforming Jaguars defense, Ryan reverted to his generous ways by committing multiple turnovers for the sixth time this season. His yardage outputs continue to be stellar, however, as the 2016 MVP has gone over 300 passing yards in 10 of…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tosses two TDs during Week 15 win

    Ryan completed 25 of 39 pass attempts for 210 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 29-22 win against San Francisco. He also registered 27 rushing yards on five carries.

    Analysis: Taking on a San Francisco secondary that came into Week 15 without the services of both Richard Sherman (hamstring) and K'Waun Williams (concussion), the 2016 MVP posted another solid fantasy performance. Since being held to fewer than 185 passing yards in both his seventh and eighth outings of the year, Ryan has averaged 283.4 passing yards per game while notching a 7:3 TD:INT and leading his team to a 3-2 record. Week 16 presents a matchup against a Jacksonville defense that has surrendered…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 5:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stays upright, picks apart Panthers

    Ryan completed 20 of 34 pass attempts for 313 yards and two touchdowns, adding eight yards on his lone rush attempt during Sunday's 40-20 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: The four-time Pro Bowl quarterback has picked up his statistical output over the past two weeks, exceeding 300 passing yards and throwing multiple TDs in consecutive games for the first time since Weeks 5 and 6. Ryan led a second-half renaissance for the Falcons' offensive attack Sunday, conducting three third-quarter scoring drives to expand Atlanta's lead to 20 points before helping his team tack on 10 more points with back-to-back fourth-quarter scoring possessions. A Week 15 matchup against…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gobbled up by Saints front

    Ryan completed 35 of 50 pass attempts for 312 yards, while throwing two touchdowns and two interceptions during Thursday's 26-18 loss to the Saints. He also lost a fumble while scrambling in the fourth quarter.

    Analysis: The 34-year-old signal-caller absorbed a cringe-worthy nine sacks, and committed three giveaways as the Falcons dropped a third straight inter-divisional contest. Atlanta's offensive line has certainly failed its quarterback during the current three-game losing streak, surrendering 18 sacks as Ryan has thrown to a 3:3 TD:INT and coughed up two fumbles. Ryan can hardly be considered an elite option, with 247 passing yards per game and just five total touchdowns in his past five outings as the…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bombarded by Bucs in Week 12 loss

    Ryan completed 23 of 46 pass attempts for 271 yards, while committing one interception, absorbing six sacks and losing one fumble during Sunday's 35-22 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: The 2016 MVP continues to produce choppy results following a red-hot start to the season. Ryan exceeded the 300-yard mark every game between Weeks 1 and 6, but since being beleaguered by an ankle injury, he's been held under 275 passing yards in three of his past four outings, while throwing to a mediocre 3:3 TD:INT. A matchup against Tampa Bay's struggling secondary permitted an optimistic fantasy outlook for Ryan coming into Sunday, so taking on New Orleans' top-12 pass defense Week 13 does…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full participation

    Ryan (ankle) was a full practice participant Thursday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Ryan's ankle sprain has been lingering since Week 7, but it won't impact his availability for a third consecutive contest. He has a great matchup on the docket Sunday versus a Buccaneers defense that has allowed 303.4 passing yards per game and a 25:6 TD:INT in 10 outings to quarterbacks on the campaign.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Ryan (ankle) took the practice field Thursday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ryan sat out Week 8 due to a sprained ankle and used the Falcons' bye to ready for a return to action. Since the respite, he's led the team to back-to-back road wins versus the Saints and Panthers, completing 41 of 66 passes for 493 yards, three touchdowns and one interception during that span. While he continues to deal with the ankle issue prior to games, Ryan's status doesn't appear to be in much peril. Thursday's injury report will reveal his current level of participation.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held out of Wednesday's practice

    Ryan (ankle) missed Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As pointed out by Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site, Ryan's reps have been capped the previous two Wednesdays, only for him to eventually suit up on game days. Ryan will have two more opportunities to get on the practice field, but in the end his Week 12 status likely will be confirmed by the release of Friday's injury report, as it has the previous two weeks.

    Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clean outing against Panthers

    Ryan completed 21 of 31 pass attempts, throwing for 311 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 29-3 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: The veteran signal-caller has led his team to consecutive wins for the first time since Weeks 16 and 17 of last season. A key reason for the team's recent success can be attributed to Ryan's reining in of the turnovers, as he has committed just three interceptions over his past five outings after throwing six between Weeks 1 and 3. Since throwing for 300 yards in six straight games to kick off the season, however, Ryan has only hit the 300-yard mark once over his past three appearances. In Week…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to play

    Ryan (ankle) has been cleared of an injury designation for Sunday's game at Carolina, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Ryan returned from a one-game absence due to an ankle sprain in last week's 26-9 win over New Orleans, completing 20 of 35 passes for 185 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. He was a limited practice participant throughout the current week, with his availability for Sunday never really in any doubt. Ryan will take on another tough pass defense, this time without the services of Austin Hooper (knee) and Devonta Freeman (foot). Of course, the Falcons still have legitimate pass-game…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets limited tag in practice

    Ryan (ankle) was listed as a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Even though Ryan returned from a one-game absence to engineer the Falcons' upset win over the Saints last weekend, Atlanta has been cautious with the quarterback's usage in practice while he continues to manage a sprained ankle. Ryan's ability to at least improve from no practice Wednesday to limited participation Thursday offers optimism that he'll be under center Sunday against Carolina.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes part in drills Thursday

    Ryan (ankle) returned to practice Thursday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Ryan's ankle sprain still appears to be a bother, keeping him off the practice field entirely Wednesday. Thursday's injury report will reveal his activity level, but his presence is generally a good sign that he's preparing to suit up Sunday at Carolina.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Absence tied to ankle injury

    Ryan was held out of Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The ankle in question isn't known, but Ryan's absence likely stems from the sprained right ankle that sidelined him Week 8 and limited his practice reps last week. Despite that reality, he led the Falcons to victory in New Orleans this past Sunday, completing 20 of 35 passes for 182 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. Look for Ryan's status to be clarified as the week continues.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice Wednesday

    Ryan didn't participate in the open portion of Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons may be exercising caution with Ryan, who sat out Week 8 due to a right ankle sprain before returning after the team's bye and leading the team to a victory this past Sunday at New Orleans. On the other hand, he was expected to be on the field for Wednesday's walkthrough, per Kelsey Conway of the team's official site. As such, Ryan's listing on Wednesday's injury report will be interesting to note.

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 11:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team to upset over Saints

    Ryan completed 20 of 35 pass attempts for 182 yards, with two touchdowns and one interception during Sunday's 26-9 win against New Orleans. He also ran for 13 yards on two carries.

    Analysis: The veteran quarterback has now been held under 185 passing yards in consecutive games after throwing for 300-plus yards over each of his first six outings of 2019. Granted, Ryan was forced to exit early during the Week 7 defeat to Los Angeles, but his 2:2 TD:INT during Atlanta's past two games is a far cry from the 15:7 TD:INT he established between Weeks 1 and 6. Though his fantasy production has slowed of late, Ryan was able to get it done on the field for his team Sunday, committing just…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 10 start

    Ryan (ankle) has been cleared to return for Sunday's game in New Orleans, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ryan came out of a Week 9 bye as a limited practice participant, but coach Dan Quinn said Friday that the quarterback has regained his mobility. Ryan will get the start again a surging New Orleans defense, though it's at least a good matchup in terms of volume, with the Falcons playing as heavy underdogs in a dome.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains limited Thursday

    Ryan (ankle) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Ryan so far has maintained his activity level this week, leaving some question about his ability to play for the first time since Week 7. Friday's injury report will give a sense of his potential to suit up Sunday at New Orleans.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited after bye week

    Ryan (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: As coach Dan Quinn predicted, Ryan took the practice field to kick off Week 10 prep, albeit with a cap on his reps. After sitting out Week 8 due to a sprained right ankle and with the benefit of the Falcons' bye week, Ryan seems to be trending in the right direction to return to action Sunday at New Orleans. Ultimately, his listing on the team's next two injury reports will be key to determining whether or not he'll be active this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing Wednesday, hopes to play

    Coach Dan Quinn said that he expects Ryan (ankle) to practice Wednesday and return to action Sunday against the Saints, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Ryan sat out the Falcons' Week 8 loss to the Seahawks due to a sprained right ankle. Now coming off a bye week, the veteran signal-caller appears set for a "limited" designation on Wednesday's practice report, per Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com. If Ryan is able to upgrade to full participation in practice by the end of the week, he could have a real a shot at avoiding an injury designation entirely for the Week 10 matchup.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected back after bye week

    Coach Dan Quinn said Monday that he expects Ryan (ankle) to be a "full go" following the Falcons' Week 9 bye, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: For the first time in a decade, Ryan was unable to start in Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Seahawks while nursing the sprained right ankle, paving the way for understudy Matt Schaub to receive the nod. Considering Ryan was able to practice in a limited fashion Friday, the Falcons never seemed fearful he would be in store for a lengthy absence. Quinn confirmed as much Monday, stating that the 34-year-old probably would be able to play if the Falcons had a game Week 9. The bye week nonetheless comes…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will not play Sunday

    Ryan (ankle) has been downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.

    Analysis: Despite practicing in limited fashion Friday, it never seemed likely Ryan would be able to play Sunday after spraining his ankle the previous week. As a result, 38-year-old Matt Schaub will take over as the starting quarterback against the Seahawks. The long-time veteran has attempted just 16 passes in the last four seasons, but six of those did come last week in relief of Ryan following the ankle injury, in which he completed all six passes for 65 yards and a touchdown.

    Published: Sat, Oct 26 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable after limited practice

    Ryan (ankle) returned to practice Friday as a limited participant and is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ryan managed his first practice participation of the week, though it isn't clear if he actually did anything to put significant stress on his injured ankle. Coach Dan Quinn said the Falcons will make a decision Saturday, with Matt Schaub stepping in as the starter if Ryan isn't cleared to play. Quinn said Ryan will either start or be inactive, rather than potentially serving as the backup to Schaub. In the event Ryan is ruled out, the Falcons likely would activate fellow quarterback Danny…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered truly questionable

    Ryan (ankle) will be listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, with his availability likely to be determined Saturday, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons will make a decision Saturday, but that doesn't necessarily mean the information will become public before the team releases its inactive list. A 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff is good news for fantasy owners, allowing plenty of opportunity for adjustments if Ryan ultimately can't play. The quarterback was present for Friday's practice, presumably as a limited participant after he was held out Wednesday and Thursday.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Spotted at Friday's practice

    Ryan (ankle) was present for Friday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ryan missed practice the last two days, but it appears he will get some work in Friday, which seemingly improves his chances of playing Sunday against the Seahawks. The Falcons will reveal Ryan's official status for Week 8 after Friday's practice comes to a close.

    Published: Fri, Oct 25 at 7:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice

    Ryan (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Thursday's injury report, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: As anticipated, Ryan didn't practice for the second day in a row, putting his availability in jeopardy for Sunday's game against the Seahawks. If Ryan's 154-game starting streak comes to an end this weekend, Matt Schaub would become only the second Falcons quarterback to draw a start since 2009.

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not seen at practice Thursday

    Ryan (ankle) wasn't present at the portion of Thursday's practice open to the media, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: It appears Ryan will avoid the practice field for a second straight session as he tends to a right ankle sprain. Thursday's injury report will confirm as much, but the Falcons appear to be getting Matt Schaub ready for a spot start, if needed, Sunday against the Seahawks.

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't practice Wednesday

    Ryan (ankle) won't participate in Wednesday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Despite Ryan's lack of activity, coach Dan Quinn said his quarterback "definitely thinks there's an opportunity to give it a go" Week 8 against the Seahawks, per Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. The Falcons will wait and see what Ryan is able (or unable) to do in practice as the week continues before making a final decision on his availability for Sunday's contest. Expect Matt Schaub to slot into the starting lineup if Ryan is forced to miss any time.

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not ruled out for Week 8

    Coach Dan Quinn confirmed that Ryan sprained his ankle in Sunday's 37-10 loss to the Rams, but the quarterback hasn't been ruled out for the Week 8 game against the Seahawks, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: According to Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com, Quinn noted that he "wouldn't define" Ryan's injury as a high ankle sprain, but the veteran signal-caller's availability for Week 8 still looks to be in jeopardy. Quinn acknowledged that Ryan likely won't practice early in the week, but the Falcons will wait and see how the 34-year-old progresses over the next few days before a determination is made on his status for the game. If Ryan is sidelined this weekend, Matt Schaub would step in for what would be…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 12:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seemingly avoids severe injury

    Ryan's ankle injury isn't believed to be major, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Ryan injured his ankle during Sunday's 37-10 loss to the Rams, limping off to the locker room in the fourth quarter and wearing a protective boot after the game. An MRI on Monday will give the Falcons a better idea about the severity of the injury, but they're reportedly optimistic it's nothing more than a sprain. The location and severity of the sprain would still be relevant for establishing a recovery timeline, and the team might err on the side of caution with its Week 8 game against the…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 6:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • MRI scheduled for Monday

    Ryan will have an MRI on his injured right ankle Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Ryan was knocked out of Sunday's 37-10 defeat to the Rams when his right ankle was twisted under the weight of Aaron Donald on a strip sack, which the quarterback lost. Afterward, Ryan was spotted in a walking boot and seemingly will have his health clarified at some point Monday. Matt Schaub is next in line for reps at quarterback for the Falcons.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Donning walking boot Sunday

    Ryan was wearing a walking boot on his right foot after Sunday's 37-10 loss to the Rams, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: While losing a fumble on an Aaron Donald sack in the fourth quarter, Ryan had his right ankle twisted severely and was ruled out before game's end, finishing 16-for-27 for a season-low 159 yards and one interception. Afterward, coach Dan Quinn didn't provide an update on Ryan's health, according to William McFadden of the Falcons' official site. As a result, Ryan's health may not be touched until the team has a chance to order up an MRI.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't reenter Sunday's contest

    Ryan has been ruled out of Sunday's game against the Rams due to an ankle injury, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Ryan was strip sacked by Aaron Donald, getting his right ankle twisted severely in the process, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. At the time of his departure, Ryan had a season-worst 159 yards and one interception on 16-for-27 passing. Matt Schaub will take over under center for the rest of this contest.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 12:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another prolific output in Week 6

    Ryan completed 30 of 36 passes for 356 yards and had four passing touchdowns to zero interceptions during Sunday's 34-33 loss to the Cardinals. He also rushed twice for seven yards and fumbled once, but the loose ball was recovered by teammate Jamon Brown.

    Analysis: The 2016 MVP continues to light up the box score with 335 passing yards per game and an overall 15:7 TD:INT ratio thus far this season, but Ryan lost for the 13th time over Atlanta's past 20 regular-season outings. He helped lead the Falcons back from a 17-point third-quarter deficit with three second-half passing scores, but Matt Bryant's missed extra point in the final two minutes proved to be a fatal blow. Week 7 presents a promising matchup for Ryan, who goes up against a Rams defense that…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy stat line in Week 5 loss

    Ryan completed 32 of 46 pass attempts for 330 yards, with three touchdowns and one interception during Sunday's 53-32 defeat to Houston. He also carried the ball three times for seven yards and a rushing touchdown.

    Analysis: The box score indicates that Ryan has thrown for 300-plus passing yards in five straight outings to kick off 2019, but he has already equaled his interception total from last season (seven), with his fourth-quarter pick-six to Tashaun Gipson ultimately securing a second consecutive 1-4 start for Atlanta. In Week 6, Ryan and the Falcons' passing game will have a strong chance of keeping up the yardage and scoring against a Cardinals defense that has allowed 12 touchdown passes without forcing an…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Long touchdown streak snapped

    Ryan completed 35 of 53 pass attempts for 397 yards with zero touchdowns and zero interceptions, and carried the ball twice for 18 rushing yards during Sunday's 24-10 loss to the Titans. He was also sacked five times and fumbled once, with Tennessee's Jurrell Casey pouncing on the loose ball.

    Analysis: With Sunday's performance, Ryan is now averaging a Herculean 331.3 passing yards per game through four weeks of regular-season play, but his six interceptions on the year are already nearly equal to his total of seven from 2018. Moreover, his lost fumble against the Titans gives him six over his past 20 appearances. Tennessee also proved capable of breaking Ryan's long-standing touchdown streak, an 18-game run dating back to Week 2 of last season in which he threw at least one touchdown in…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two straight three-TD outings

    Ryan completed 29 of 34 pass attempts for 304 yards, with three touchdowns and one interception during Sunday's 27-24 loss to Indianapolis.

    Analysis: With a stellar statistical outing Sunday against Indianapolis, the 2016 MVP now has 300-plus passing yards and multiple passing touchdowns in three straight games to kick off the season. The bugaboo to this point, however, has been an abundance of giveaways, as Ryan has already committed six interceptions in 2019 after throwing seven all of last year. In Week 4 Ryan will face a capable opponent as he aims to get his team back to .500, taking on a Titans defense that has already forced four…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 5:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eclipses 300 yards again

    Ryan completed 27 of 43 pass attempts for 320 yards, three touchdowns and three interceptions in Sunday's 24-20 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: The 624 yards and five touchdowns are what we would expect from Ryan through two games, but the five interceptions are a glaring blemish after the quarterback threw just seven through 16 games in 2018. Even with the picks, the 34-year-old has done enough damage through the air to keep him in the starting territory in most formats, especially with quarterback passing yards seeming to be on the decline early on outside of a handful of options. Ryan should be another safe play against the Colts on…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 10:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 300 yards

    Ryan completed 33 of 46 passes for 304 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in Week 1 against Minnesota.

    Analysis: Ryan threw an interception on the team's second drive, a key turning point in the Falcons falling behind 21-0 by halftime. However, that deficit ultimately worked to his advantage as he racked up plenty of volume and recorded both of his scores on the team's final two drives. Unsurprisingly, he forced the ball primarily to Julio Jones -- who racked up 11 targets -- though he also looked Austin Hooper's way on nine occasions. Heading back to Atlanta for Week 2, Ryan will look to avoid turnovers…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 3:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads five possessions

    Ryan completed 9-of-14 passes for 74 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions in the Falcons' fourth preseason game against Washington. He also had two rushes for nine yards.

    Analysis: Ryan remained in the game for five offensive possessions, spanning the entirety of the first half. He was most impressive on the first drive of the contest, connecting on passes to Mohammed Sanu and Calvin Ridley. The highlight of the drive came on a 24-yard pass down the field to Justin Hardy that brought the Falcons into Washington territory. This figures to be Ryan's most extended work of the preseason, meaning he'll work sparingly in the team's final tuneup, if at all.

    Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 8:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Roughed up in preseason debut

    Ryan completed 10 of 14 pass attempts for 118 yards, adding two rushes for three yards during Thursday's 22-10 preseason loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Despite his offensive line being a figurative sieve for much of the evening, Ryan exhibited expert awareness at times in maneuvering around and out of the pocket to keep plays alive. The 2016 NFL MVP did what he could, but still absorbed three sacks in less than a half of play, at one point immediately rising to his feet and barking at Wes Schweitzer for allowing Avery Williamson (knee) to bull-rush him and record a third-down sack with minimal resistance. He had two "gimme" touchdown passes on…read more

    Published: Thu, Aug 15 at 10:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting again Thursday

    Ryan won't suit up for Thursday's preseason game in Miami, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: There was an expectation of Ryan making his preseason debut, but wet field conditions may have forced coach Dan Quinn's hand, according to Jason Butt of The Athletic. In Ryan's absence, Matt Schaub and Matt Simms will handle QB reps for the Falcons. Ryan's next opportunity for exhibition action arrives next Thursday against the Jets.

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 3:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will play in second preseason game

    Coach Dan Quinn said that Ryan will be on the field for "at least some plays" in Thursday's preseason matchup against Miami, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Quinn suggested Tuesday that somewhere between eight and 10 starters will sit against the Dolphins, but Ryan isn't expected to be among that crew. Former Buccaneers head coach Dirk Koetter returns for a second tour as Ryan's offensive coordinator in 2019, a development that could help the 34-year-old quarterback secure his third season of 4,900-plus passing yards in four years.

    Published: Wed, Aug 7 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Thursday

    The Falcons are expected to rest plenty of veteran players, including Ryan, in Thursday's Hall of Fame game against the Broncos, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: With Ryan expected to be held out Thursday, look for young Kurt Benkert and veteran backup Matt Schaub to handle the team's QB duties against Denver.

    Published: Thu, Aug 1 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another prolific year under Koetter?

    Ryan said he's excited to work with Dirk Koetter as his offensive coordinator again, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. "I learned so much from him the first time around (2012-14), and he's picked up a few different things along the way too," Ryan said Thursday. "We've come up with some really good stuff."

    Analysis: When Koetter served as the Falcons' offensive coordinator between 2012 and 2014, Ryan completed 67.4 percent of his attempts for 4,643 passing yards per season -- notably better numbers than Ryan's 64.4 percent completion rate and 4,099 passing yards per season across his other eight pro campaigns. With Chris Lindstrom and Kaleb McGary drafted in the first round, as well as the additions of veteran guards James Carpenter and Jamon Brown via free agency, the offensive line should be much…read more

    Published: Fri, May 24 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seeking bounce back

    Ryan should benefit from offseason improvements along the offensive line in 2019, the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Atlanta's brass has shored up the interior with the free-agent signings of left guard James Carpenter and right guard Jamon Brown, who are slated to take over problematic spots. Moreover, blocking tight end Luke Stocker will bolster Ryan's protection. Despite the deficiencies up front last season, Ryan still completed 69.4 percent of his passes for 4,924 yards and 35 touchdowns, numbers which he only surpassed during his MVP campaign in 2016. With Julio Jones, Mohamed Sanu, Calvin Ridley,…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 27 at 11:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Operating behind improved line

    Ryan (wrist) may be afforded more time to throw in 2019 after Atlanta agreed to contracts Wednesday with free-agent guards James Carpenter and Jamon Brown.

    Analysis: Often found running for his life behind a shoddy offensive line in 2018, Ryan still managed to throw for 4,900 yards and 35 touchdowns. Neither Carpenter nor Brown put forth an exemplary body of work last season -- they ranked as the Nos. 54 and 62 offensive guards in the league, respectively, per Pro Football Focus -- but both bring experience to the line and will likely step into starting roles immediately. The duo will provide an upgrade at guard, but investing the No. 14 overall pick in…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 13 at 7:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Focus fixated on ultimate prize

    Ryan (wrist) said that winning a Super Bowl title is what "motivates (him) to get out of bed every morning," Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports. "It's the No. 1 goal for me," Ryan stressed. "To bring a championship to this city and to our organization, that's what it's all about."

    Analysis: With many analysts having considered Atlanta a legitimate Super Bowl contender entering 2018, the team's 7-9 finish was an utterly disheartening result. In regard to Ryan's fantasy output, however, it was an absolutely magical season as he finished top two in quarterback scoring (standard formats) for the second time in three years. Between Devonta Freeman, Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley and Austin Hooper, there may not be a more electrifying group of skill players in the NFL, but the team's…read more

    Published: Thu, Feb 7 at 9:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Left wrist issue

    Ryan relayed Thursday that a left wrist issue which cropped up Week 17 led to him opting out of an opportunity to go to the Pro Bowl as an alternate, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As a result, Mitchell Trubisky got the Pro Bowl nod, but Ryan indicated that his wrist issue is not a concern at this stage. With the offseason ahead to rest his aches and pains, Ryan should be fine by the time the Falcons take the field again. At that time, he'll look to rebuild his chemistry with a skill-position corps that is slated to welcome back its key cogs, though possibly minus running back Tevin Coleman, who is eligible to become an unrestricted free agent in March.

    Published: Thu, Jan 31 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reuniting with Dirk Koetter

    Ryan will receive play calls from Dirk Koetter in 2019 after the former Buccaneers head coach was named Atlanta's offensive coordinator Tuesday.

    Analysis: Koetter previously held the same post between 2012 and 2014, during which the Falcons twice finished as a top-eight scoring offense. Over that three-year stretch, Ryan turned in a 86:45 TD:INT with at least 4,600 passing yards each season. Though the Falcons' 2018 season didn't go as planned, it was through no fault of Ryan, who reached the 35-touchdown plateau for the second time in his 11 professional seasons. His reunion with a familiar and proven offensive mind bodes well for his chances to…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 9 at 7:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stellar passing yardage haul in win

    Ryan completed 31 of 44 passes for 378 yards with two touchdowns and one interception in the Falcons' 34-32 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also rushed four times for seven yards and caught a five-yard touchdown pass from Mohamed Sanu on a trick play.

    Analysis: Ryan wrapped up the season in stellar fashion, as the Falcons afforded their offensive stars their normal allotment of playing time. Ryan picked on the vulnerable Buccaneers secondary all afternoon, connecting with Julio Jones on nine occasions for 138 yards and a touchdown and hitting Mohamed Sanu for an additional 90 yards on seven completions. Then, he got in on the fun himself with his touchdown reception, which came early in the third quarter. Ryan finished what was a disappointing 2018…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws three TD passes

    Ryan completed 15 of 26 pass attempts for 239 yards and three touchdowns during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Ryan completed just 57 percent of his passes, but some big plays allowed him to average a healthy 9.2 yards per attempt. A large portion of his production came on fourth-quarter touchdown passes of 75 and 44 yards, which proved to be decisive on the scoreboard. Ryan has thrown the ball well over the last three games, posting an 8:1 TD:INT while leading his team to a pair of wins. While the veteran won't be playing in the postseason, his numbers aren't far from those of his 2016 MVP campaign.…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for three TDs in blowout

    Ryan completed 22 of 36 passes for 231 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 40-14 win over Arizona. He added 18 yards and a touchdown on three carries.

    Analysis: Atlanta's defense had already found the end zone by the time Ryan punched in the Falcons' first offensive score early in the second quarter with a one-yard plunge. By the time the half was over, Atlanta was riding easy thanks to a 21-yard dime to Julio Jones down the left sideline in the half's closing seconds. Atlanta came into Sunday on a five-game losing streak, but even that sort of bad mojo was righted by a lowly Cardinals team. Though the Falcons' playoff hopes are dead, Ryan should be…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals three TDs in loss

    Ryan completed 28 of 42 passes for 262 yards with three touchdowns and an interception in Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Ryan's overall statline is solid enough, but he salvaged a relatively poor afternoon with a pair of fourth-quarter touchdowns. The veteran quarterback's sixth interception of the season was a costly one, as Bashaud Breeland jumped an Austin Hooper out route for a pick-six in the second quarter to help the Packers eventually build a 34-7 lead. Ryan and the Falcons have now lost five straight games as they get set to host the Cardinals in Week 15.

    Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kept to near-career lows

    Ryan completed 16 of 26 passes for 131 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 26-16 loss to Baltimore. He lost a fumble during the contest and it was returned for a touchdown.

    Analysis: A late touchdown pass to Austin Hooper saved Sunday from total embarrassment, but it's still hard to overstate just how much Baltimore confounded Ryan, a dark-horse MVP candidate, and the Falcons on Sunday. Ryan didn't top 100 yards passing until midway through the fourth quarter, and his 131 yards passing were a career low for a game in which he attempted at least 10 passes. This performance came on the heels of Ryan topping 325 yards in five of his previous six games, but it wasn't completely…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another big night in losing effort

    Ryan completed 35 of 47 attempts for 377 yards, with two touchdowns, an interception and a lost fumble, adding two rushes for 16 yards during Thursday's 31-17 loss to New Orleans.

    Analysis: Ryan has averaged a staggering 351 passing yards and 2.4 touchdowns per game over his past nine starts, but Atlanta has gone 3-6 over that span as any playoff aspirations are now on life support. The 33-year-old signal caller is on a statistical trajectory similar to his 2016 MVP campaign, with 334.8 passing yards per game and a 26:5 touchdown:interception ratio through 11 outings (319.6 passing YPG and a 26:6 ratio at this point in 2016). Week 13 brings a showdown against a Baltimore defense…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 11:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws one touchdown pass

    Ryan completed 24 of 34 pass attempts for 291 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Sunday's 22-19 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Ryan averaged a respectable 8.6 yards per attempt while completing 71 percent of his passes. He struggled in the red zone at times, but he was able to connect with Julio Jones on a 34-yard touchdown pass to tie the game in the fourth quarter. Ryan's lone turnover was a big one, as it set up a Dallas touchdown, which put them up 10 with time ticking down. He had at least 330 passing yards with 10 touchdowns over his previous four games, and he'll look to get back on track in what should be a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Throws for 330, two TDs in loss

    Ryan connected on 38 of 52 passes for 330 yards and two touchdowns while rushing three times for 13 yards and losing one of two fumbles in Sunday's 28-16 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Ryan linked up with Julio Jones for a one-yard touchdown in the second quarter, but he failed to convert on a crucial fourth down from the Cleveland 1-yard line down 28-10 in the fourth. Faced with almost the same exact scenario on the next drive, Ryan found Austin Hooper for a three-yard touchdown. His fantasy performance was probably better than his real-life impact, but Ryan's owners should be just fine with that. Atlanta will host the Cowboys in Week 11.

    Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bracing for tough matchup

    Ryan spoke glowingly of the Browns defense following practice Wednesday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports. "I think they've done a good job in the secondary of making plays and coming up with interceptions," Ryan said. "I've been impressed by what I've seen from them on film."

    Analysis: Through eight games, Ryan owns a 19:3 TD:INT while completing 70.8 percent of his passes for 336 passing yards per game. At the midway point of his 2016 MVP campaign, Ryan had completed 69.2 percent of his attempts with 329 passing yards per game and a 19:4 ratio. Though it's hard to bet against Ryan given the recent form he's displayed, he'll nonetheless face a stiff tests against a Browns defense that leads the NFL with 23 forced turnovers, including 13 interceptions. However, Cleveland's top…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 7:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finally connects with Jones for score

    Ryan completed 26 of 38 passes for 350 yards, four touchdowns and an interception during Sunday's 38-14 win over Washington.

    Analysis: The game was already in hand in the closing moments of the fourth quarter, but Ryan still nailed star receiver Julio Jones on a bubble screen for a 35-yard touchdown, Jones' first of the season. Atlanta's slow start may have masked it, but Ryan is off to an incredible start with a 19:3 TD:INT this season, including just eight touchdowns and one pick during the recent three-game winning streak. Ryan feasted on a solid Washington pass defense Sunday and will take on a Cleveland pass defense in…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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