Da Bird is Da Word Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Matt Ryan proved he's a leader and a pretty bad *** QB today. Suck it trolls. http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2190411-falcons-matt-ryan-continues-development-into-an-elite-qb-with-career-dayIn the NFL, four quarterbacks are generally considered elite players: Drew Brees, Peyton Manning, Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers are the best of the best. Ryan was always considered a part of the next tier of signal-callers.After his performance during the Falcons' 37-34 overtime victory, however, he's clearly entering the same category at the start of his seventh season. Ryan outdueled Brees, purely from a statistical point of view. Ryan was razor-sharp. He completed 31 of his 43 passes, threw with three touchdowns and had a 128.8 quarterback rating. Ryan's 448 passing yards are a Week 1 franchise record and one of the best opening-day performances in NFL history. Matt Ryan's 448 passing yards today against the Saints are the 6th-most passing yards on Opening Day in NFL history.— Reggie Roberts (@FalconsPR) September 7, 2014Falcons: single-game team-record 568 yards Matt Ryan: career-high 448 passing yds (set ATL record for career TD passes)— ESPN Stats & Info (@ESPNStatsInfo) September 7, 2014The most important statistic during Ryan's performance was zero turnovers. A deeper look into the game also showed a quarterback who is prepared to carry his team. When Ryan entered the NFL, he benefited from a strong running game and a talented roster. This is now Ryan's squad, and head coach Mike Smith didn't understate the importance of that fact in his postgame remarks, via NewOrleansSaints.com:I thought Matt may have played his best game as an Atlanta Falcon. He’s played a lot of games for us, and made a lot of plays, but I was really impressed with his ability to extend some plays today, moving in the pocket and actually getting out and running the football. He was able to extend some plays. I thought he was very, very accurate. When you have almost 570 yards of total offense and 448 yards through the air, your quarterback’s playing well.The quarterback could rely on future Hall of Fame tight end Tony Gonzalez since 2009. He was the calming voice on the Falcons offense and Ryan's security blanket. After Gonzalez retired following the 2013 campaign, though, Ryan became the primary voice in the huddle.The quarterback can still rely on running back Steven Jackson or wide receiver Roddy White, but both veterans missed significant playing time in the past year. Their absences allowed Ryan to assume the position as the primary veteran voice on the offense. Gonzalez still makes his voice heard even in retirement. Matt Ryan is playing lights out.— Tony Gonzalez (@TonyGonzalez88) September 7, 2014Ryan has even reached the stage of his career where he displays the ability to overcome deficiencies within the rest of the Falcons offense. The quarterback played behind a makeshift offensive line during the second half against the Saints. With backups playing at both offensive tackle spots, he still went 17-of-25 passing with two touchdowns in the second half and overtime.Matt Ryan is phenomenal. Keep not respecting that guy. 30/40, 447, 3. Just threw a perfect ball from awful angle w/ big pressure.— Grant Paulsen (@granthpaulsen) September 7, 2014Ryan orchestrated three scoring drives to bring back the Falcons against New Orleans. He was at his best in the final drive in regulation when he was 4-of-5 passing to put the team in position for kicker Matt Bryant to convert a 51-yard field goal and force overtime. It became the Boston College product's 25th comeback victory of his career. The most impressive part of Ryan's game was how he almost always found the right target. He completed passes to nine different receivers and averaged 10.4 yards per pass, which is over three yards better than his career average. He also showed good awareness in the pocket by being sacked only once despite exotic looks from Saints defensive coordinator Rob Ryan. The Falcons preached toughness the entire offseason. They wanted to be a more physical team. It starts with the team's best player. Ryan is the toughest player on the field for Atlanta, and his continued growth at the position will help the Falcons return to the squad seen in 2012 when it appeared in the NFC Championship Game, instead of the one which skidded to a 4-12 record in 2013. Once Ryan leads the Falcons back to the playoffs, he'll be mentioned in the same breath as Brees, Brady, Manning and Rodgers. He's that good, as he demonstrated against New Orleans during the opening week of the 2014 NFL season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlien 404 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 ive been saying it all off season. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shredman Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Ryan was on a dif Planet todayif he can even come close to that next week vs Bengals (a great Defense)Falcons may be in Biz in 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Des-pool Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Shhh...haters gotta hate man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
End zone Jones Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Matt balled out today. We have toooooo many weapons on offense, for one team to cover. Someone will be open... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Mo Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PantherWake Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 448 yards?!?! Jesus Christ thats disgraceful Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willy Mo Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 448 yards?!?! Jesus Christ thats disgracefulYour defense is gonna get it too my boy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PantherWake Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Your defense is gonna get it too my boyLol nah but we'll see Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethanga62890 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Lol nah but we'll seeYou're right. Just 400 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb 3.0 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 I shutter to think about what Ryan 'ill do to us in a couple of weeks! My guess is 550 yards in the air with 4 TDS. You won't need Bryant! McCown...if he's still on the team will make sure of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PantherWake Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 (edited) You're right. Just 400 No lol but I could see him throwing 300 in a loss Edited September 8, 2014 by PantherWake Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRay Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Ryan indeed shredded us yesterday. But we all know division games carry extra weight. Can Ryan keep this up all season? That remains to be seen. But he sure did play well yesterday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kromel Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 (edited) I must admit, I was never on board with Matt Ryan, but if he continues to play like this every game this season, he WILL be considered top 5 QB in my opinion. It's the first time I've ever been wow'ed by that linky bastid.Oh, btw, it's time for my breakfast. Edited September 8, 2014 by Kromel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlien 404 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 matt ryan has 61 wins as a falcon and 25 of them are comeback wins, ive been on board for a while now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb 3.0 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 I must admit, I was never on board with Matt Ryan, but if he continues to play like this every game this season, he WILL be considered top 5 QB in my opinion. It's the first time I've ever been wow'ed by that linky bastid.Oh, btw, it's time for my breakfast.I'll not disagree with any of the above statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb 3.0 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 matt ryan has 61 wins as a falcon and 25 of them are comeback wins, ive been on board for a while now.What the **** does that have to do with Ryan and his play? We already know you think you own RC, but child, it's simply a delusion. Your team starts playing like you want'em to, then you come back with this?Quit sniffing glue and join the rest of the Falcon fans, and enjoy a hard fought win! Or not..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlien 404 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 What the **** does that have to do with Ryan and his play? We already know you think you own RC, but child, it's simply a delusion. Your team starts playing like you want'em to, then you come back with this?Quit sniffing glue and join the rest of the Falcon fans, and enjoy a hard fought win! Or not..... butthurt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb 3.0 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 butthurtNope, you post like your 10 years old....and sniffing glue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlien 404 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 Nope, you post like your 10 years old....and sniffing glue. your tears are delicious Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb 3.0 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 your tears are deliciouslol Knew you were more than a bit touched in the head, but loving the taste of turds...even mine...is more than a bit disgusting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlien 404 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 lol Knew you were more than a bit touched in the head, but loving the taste of turds...even mine...is more than a bit disgusting. keep em comming.....the more creative insult you come up with....the more painful i realize this is for you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jb 3.0 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 keep em comming.....the more creative insult you come up with....the more painful i realize this is for youNo insults...simply truth, kid. Most everyone else here knows it, too bad you're too dim to figure it out.Painful? You have got to be kidding! I've been doing this for a loooooong time! I know exactly what I'm doing.Your like a newborn kitty that I and a few others have fun with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DD: Objective Elite Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 butthurtVery, very much so. Poor JB, first Atlanta shuts the haters up, then his team proves to be abysmal. Gonna be a fun year after all his 4-12 ish talking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atlien 404 Posted September 8, 2014 Share Posted September 8, 2014 No insults...simply truth, kid. Most everyone else here knows it, too bad you're too dim to figure it out.Painful? You have got to be kidding! I've been doing this for a loooooong time! I know exactly what I'm doing.Your like a newborn kitty that I and a few others have fun with. lets be honest....you have a grudge against me because the falcons are relevant and the bucs arent, and havent been in so long you cant remember it. i think its funny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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