There's a New Vic in Town: The Official 2015 Atlanta Falcons Season Thread
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Professor K.
rap game Paul Millsap
I would bring Vick back to be the backup over these suckas but this city got too many cacs who would bytch about it and to many c00ns who would be tryna start a QB controversy 
AVXL
Laughing at you n*ggaz like “ha ha ha”
1st team offense & defense looked good 
Defense looked crisp...best tackling I've ever seen from the Falcons, they're flying to the football and not missing any tackles
Adrian Clayborn & Babineaux look like they'll get some major playing time, they both played well tonight
Justin Hardy had another big drop
Our running game
Hester
Defense looked crisp...best tackling I've ever seen from the Falcons, they're flying to the football and not missing any tackles
Adrian Clayborn & Babineaux look like they'll get some major playing time, they both played well tonight
Justin Hardy had another big drop
Our running game
Hester
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do you feel matt is better then vick?I would bring Vick back to be the backup over these suckas but this city got too many cacs who would bytch about it and to many c00ns who would be tryna start a QB controversy
AVXL
Laughing at you n*ggaz like “ha ha ha”
Recap of last nights game:
Vaughn McClure, ESPN Staff Writer
The Atlanta Falcons' second preseason game, on the road against the New York Jets, featured some big plays on both sides of the ball in a 30-22 loss.
The first-team offense, led by quarterback Matt Ryan, marched 85 yards on six plays on the first possession, capped by rookie Terron Ward's 4-yard touchdown run. Then after Devin Hester's show-stopping, 59-yard punt return, Ryan capitalized with a 2-yard touchdown pass to Leonard Hankerson.
"The first drive was jump-started by the explosive play by Collin Mooney," Ryan said, referring to a 60-yard catch-and-run by his fullback. "When you get going and you want to start fast, those plays help a lot. Then we did a great job of finding a way to punch it in, in the red zone. On the second drive, the credit goes to Devin [Hester] and the punt return team for setting us up down there. We got the ball on the 3 or 4-yard line, whatever it was, three plays and we were able to punch it in."
On defense, the Falcons forced five consecutive punts by the Jets, spearheaded by the pass-rush efforts of rookie Vic Beasley and Adrian Clayborn. It's only preseason, but there's reason to be optimistic about the flashes the Falcons have shown thus far.
QB depth chart: The battle for the backup spot behind Ryan continues to be up in the air. T.J. Yates came in after Ryan, but Yates proceeded to rotate series with Sean Renfree. Yates had a poor throw that led to an interception, and he was sacked for a safety as a result of poor blocking. He then responded with a long drive later. Renfree didn't do anything spectacular. Yates finished 8-of-15 for 78 yards; Renfree 10-of-14 for 94 yards. So, the battle will continue, unless the Falcons decide to sign a veteran.
Maybe that dude can start: Mooney, the fullback, made a strong case to get the nod over incumbent Patrick DiMarco. Off play-action by Ryan, Mooney rolled out of the backfield and broke loose on that 60-yard play. It helped set up a 4-yard touchdown run for Ward, an undrafted rookie, and Mooney even helped clear the path for Ward with a decent block. Not to mention Mooney ran down and made a crushing tackle on special teams, which certainly opened the eyes of the coaches.
Who got hurt? Well, the Falcons didn't lose any of their first-teamers during the game, but it was a little surprising to see veteran wide receiverRoddy White miss the game with what the team called an elbow injury. White practiced during the week and didn't seem to have any issues, although his reps were limited. The initial word was the injury wasn't anything serious. White, who entered training camp nursing an ailing left knee, likely would prefer to rest now and preserve himself for the regular season. Undrafted rookie linebacker Derek Akunne exited the game with a foot injury in the second half, and running back Evan Royster got shaken up late in the game. The Falcons played without running backs Devonta Freeman, Tevin Coleman and Antone Smith, who continue to recover from hamstring strains. Also out were cornerback Desmond Trufant (shoulder), strong safety William Moore (calf), defensive tackle Ra'Shede Hageman(concussion) and offensive lineman Peter Konz (knee).
A surprise player who looks amazing: Maybe it's not a surprise anymore, but Hankerson continues to make you wonder why he wasn't more of a threat when he was a member of the Washington Redskins. Hankerson ran a nice crossing route on a 2-yard touchdown reception. Hankerson had three catches for 15 yards in limited duty. He makes catches look routine in practice. And Hankerson said the devastating left-knee injury he suffered two seasons ago is no longer an issue.
Rookie watch: As mentioned, Beasley looked amazing with his pass-rush skills, including a devastating spin move and a powerful bull rush. He tipped at least one pass as he continued to rush from both sides. Defensive lineman Grady Jarrett saw some time at right defensive end as well as rushing from the interior. Cornerback Jalen Collins continued to have his struggles in coverage and had another learning moment while contending against one of the league's most talented receivers in Brandon Marshall. Receiver Justin Hardy had an up-and-down night.
When it was starters vs. starters, the Falcons looked ... Dominant. Ryan engineering two scoring drives, and the Falcons have outscored opponents 31-0 in the first quarter through two preseason games. Then, the first-team defense flew all over the field and shut out the Jets with a swarming effort. The defense didn't start to struggle until the backups and third-teamers entered the game and began to miss tackles and blow assignments. Then again, those second- and third-tier players were going against the Jets' starters initially.
One reason to freak out: The offensive line had some shaky moments, as a whole. The starters weren't bad but there were some mistakes here and there. And center Joe Hawley picked up a penalty on a late shove. But if anything happens to starting tackles Jake Matthews or Ryan Schraeder,Tyler Polumbus definitely won't be the answer with the way he struggled Friday. So, the Falcons better consider dishing out a little more money to get Jake Long, if Long's knees are healthy.
Greatest of all time: Hester, who had been bothered by turf toe and missed the first preseason game, showed he still has it at the age of 32 with that 59-yard return. He enters his 10th NFL season as the NFL's all-time record holder with 20 career return scores. He looks destined to add to that total this season.
Communication issues: On the safety the Falcons gave up, guardJames Stone and tight end Jacob Tamme had poor communication that led to rookie phenom Leonard Williams taking Yates down for the sack. Such happens when guys are not used to working together.
Professor K.
rap game Paul Millsap
Is this a real question?
Please tell me you do too, I don't wanna have to neg one of my own brehs
sleepy been getting negs from real fansIs this a real question?
Please tell me you do too, I don't wanna have to neg one of my own brehs
well besides the Fact Vick has won more playoff games but that is besides the point. You said if Vick was signed Vick fans in Atlanta would create " qb controversy " Why would they do that if Matt was clearly better?Is this a real question?
Please tell me you do too, I don't wanna have to neg one of my own brehs
There would only be an issue if Vick was better. And Matt sucks,So honestly, even though Vick screwed the organization and put it through some bad times I would welcome him back.