Can we talk Falcons now?

pumpkindriver · 12-08-2009, 12:52 AM

For what its worth, I heard today on Sirius that Matt Ryan is going to play. One of the hosts was quoting him. I think we win either way.

Turbo Saint · 12-08-2009, 12:58 AM

we just took out the illustrious first ballot hall of famer tom brady...HARD. who the hell is matt ryan? game on...we can take em as long as our defense shows up sunday.

TopCow · 12-08-2009, 04:59 AM

Matt Ryan may be available for Sunday's game. Lets hope not.

Falcons may have Ryan back for showdown with Saints

TopCow · 12-08-2009, 05:13 AM

Let's try this again!

Matt Ryan may be available for Sunday's game. Lets hope not.

From SI.com:

Around the NFC South
December, 7, 2009
DEC 7
6:22
PM ET

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By Pat Yasinskas
I just arrived home from my trip to cover Sunday’s game between the Saints and Redskins and wanted to catch you up on Monday’s events around the NFC South.

As you probably expected, Carolina coach John Fox wasn’t ready to say if Matt Moore or Jake Delhomme will start at quarterback against the Patriots on Sunday. He gave the usual spiel about “evaluating’’ and “day to day’’. Just a guess here, but I don’t think Delhomme’s broken finger is going to heal in just a week.

Atlanta coach Mike Smith said there’s a chance quarterback Matt Ryan could return Sunday against New Orleans. Smith also said Ryan might be cleared to practice Wednesday.

With the NFL focusing more than ever on concussions, Tampa Bay return man Clifton Smith could be done for the rest of the season. Smith suffered a concussion Sunday against Carolina.

Although Sean Payton was quoted as saying he wouldn’t rest players as the Saints attempt to go 16-0, the New Orleans coach wouldn’t address that issue in his Monday press conference. The Saints have home-field advantage still to play for. Even if they get it, I wouldn’t count on Payton just yanking all his starters. He might rest a few guys that are banged up. But, if you’ve got a shot at history, why not go for it? Besides, the Saints play their final two games against Tampa Bay and Carolina.

The previous post was supposed to be a link, but somehow it became corrupted. Here is a verbatim of an article about Ryan's possible return on Sunday.

Budsdrinker · 12-08-2009, 08:01 AM

With the way we played against the Redskins, I think the defense will step up and shut the falclowns down.

Sir Psycho Sexy · 12-08-2009, 08:17 AM

No matter who is playing for them, we have to go out and play like we are capable. We learned last week what a sloppy game can do to you.

Having said that, I live in ATL and there is bird **** everywhere they are so scared of us! WHO-DAT!

RockyMountainSaint · 12-08-2009, 08:18 AM

Originally Posted by QBREES9

Is Matt Ryan playing. If not Saints win. If Matt Ryan is playing Saints win.

Post of the week Q.

jphebert_24 · 12-08-2009, 09:32 AM

I dont think the Falcons have a chance. This is not going to be in 30 degree weather on a swamp. This is going to be in a dome.

Make it rain Brees!!!!

RaginCajun83 · 12-08-2009, 11:22 AM

The Falcons don't stand a chance, the D will be looking to rebound from their worst performance of the season and its a rivalry/division game. With a win/tie the Saints clinch a 1st round bye in the playoffs that right there is enough motivation to go dismantle and destroy the Falcons come Sunday

ScottF · 12-08-2009, 01:28 PM

Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL

The reports on local Atlanta sports radio is that Matt Ryan will be out for multiple games, though he should return before the end of the season.

It's doubtful that the Saints will see him Sunday.

There seems to be hope that Turner will be back because he has a low ankle sprain.

In the end I guess we'll just have to see the injury report and practice reports later in the week.

SFIAH

680 in ATL said today Ryan might play, but made 2 good points:
first, the guy is immobile already. How statuesque will he be playing hurt? Second, the guy has sucked this year, especially lately. Getting him back doesn't change much.

ATL is missing 3 starters on the OL and their DB's blow. They'll probably come out fired up for this game, but last week they were flatter than the Pabst Blue Ribbon pounders I found at the bottom of college cooler in my parent's attic over Thanksgiving.

12-08-2009, 12:52 AM	#11
pumpkindriver 500th Post Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Killeen, Tx. Posts: 932	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? For what its worth, I heard today on Sirius that Matt Ryan is going to play. One of the hosts was quoting him. I think we win either way.

12-08-2009, 12:58 AM	#12
Turbo Saint SoCal Saint Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: OB - San Diego, CA Posts: 726	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? we just took out the illustrious first ballot hall of famer tom brady...HARD. who the hell is matt ryan? game on...we can take em as long as our defense shows up sunday.

12-08-2009, 04:59 AM	#13
TopCow 100th Post Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 299	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? Matt Ryan may be available for Sunday's game. Lets hope not. Falcons may have Ryan back for showdown with Saints
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12-08-2009, 05:13 AM	#14
TopCow 100th Post Join Date: Nov 2009 Posts: 299	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? Let's try this again! Matt Ryan may be available for Sunday's game. Lets hope not. From SI.com: Around the NFC South December, 7, 2009 DEC 7 6:22 PM ET Email Print Share By Pat Yasinskas I just arrived home from my trip to cover Sunday’s game between the Saints and Redskins and wanted to catch you up on Monday’s events around the NFC South. As you probably expected, Carolina coach John Fox wasn’t ready to say if Matt Moore or Jake Delhomme will start at quarterback against the Patriots on Sunday. He gave the usual spiel about “evaluating’’ and “day to day’’. Just a guess here, but I don’t think Delhomme’s broken finger is going to heal in just a week. Atlanta coach Mike Smith said there’s a chance quarterback Matt Ryan could return Sunday against New Orleans. Smith also said Ryan might be cleared to practice Wednesday. With the NFL focusing more than ever on concussions, Tampa Bay return man Clifton Smith could be done for the rest of the season. Smith suffered a concussion Sunday against Carolina. Although Sean Payton was quoted as saying he wouldn’t rest players as the Saints attempt to go 16-0, the New Orleans coach wouldn’t address that issue in his Monday press conference. The Saints have home-field advantage still to play for. Even if they get it, I wouldn’t count on Payton just yanking all his starters. He might rest a few guys that are banged up. But, if you’ve got a shot at history, why not go for it? Besides, the Saints play their final two games against Tampa Bay and Carolina. The previous post was supposed to be a link, but somehow it became corrupted. Here is a verbatim of an article about Ryan's possible return on Sunday.
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12-08-2009, 08:01 AM	#15
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Sir Psycho Sexy Moderator Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Atlanta, GA - Behind enemy lines. Someone throw me a grenade!! Posts: 941	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? No matter who is playing for them, we have to go out and play like we are capable. We learned last week what a sloppy game can do to you. Having said that, I live in ATL and there is bird **** everywhere they are so scared of us! WHO-DAT!

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RockyMountainSaint Mmm That Smell! Join Date: Oct 1998 Location: Metairie Terrace Posts: 3,073	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? Originally Posted by QBREES9 Is Matt Ryan playing. If not Saints win. If Matt Ryan is playing Saints win. Post of the week Q.

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jphebert_24 Who Dat!! Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 29	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? I dont think the Falcons have a chance. This is not going to be in 30 degree weather on a swamp. This is going to be in a dome. Make it rain Brees!!!!
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12-08-2009, 11:22 AM	#19
RaginCajun83 Hou Saints Fan Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Houston, Tx Posts: 5,050	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? The Falcons don't stand a chance, the D will be looking to rebound from their worst performance of the season and its a rivalry/division game. With a win/tie the Saints clinch a 1st round bye in the playoffs that right there is enough motivation to go dismantle and destroy the Falcons come Sunday

12-08-2009, 01:28 PM	#20
ScottF 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 6,324	Re: Can we talk Falcons now? Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL The reports on local Atlanta sports radio is that Matt Ryan will be out for multiple games, though he should return before the end of the season. It's doubtful that the Saints will see him Sunday. There seems to be hope that Turner will be back because he has a low ankle sprain. In the end I guess we'll just have to see the injury report and practice reports later in the week. SFIAH 680 in ATL said today Ryan might play, but made 2 good points: first, the guy is immobile already. How statuesque will he be playing hurt? Second, the guy has sucked this year, especially lately. Getting him back doesn't change much. ATL is missing 3 starters on the OL and their DB's blow. They'll probably come out fired up for this game, but last week they were flatter than the Pabst Blue Ribbon pounders I found at the bottom of college cooler in my parent's attic over Thanksgiving.