After Michael Vick's departure from the NFL, the Falcon's future seemed to go downhill. The 07' season was not at all promising. New coach Bobby Petrino deserted the franchise with only a few games left during the regular season. Petrino accepted an offer from Alabama and interim coach Emmitt Thomas took his place. After the dismal season they had the third overall pick in the upcoming draft. There was no debate as to who the Falcons were going to pick up.
The Falcons signed Matt Ryan not long after he was drafted. He was given a six year contract worth $72 million with $34.75 million guaranteed. There was much debate after the contract signing. A rookie that has never played at the professional level was making more then veterans without stepping on the field once.
The Falcons have a choice, they can either start Matt Ryan, or they can continue to struggle with the other quarterbacks. The Raiders had a similar problem a year ago. They signed a player for a huge amount of money and he has not proven himself worthy. I believe that the Falcons will give Matt Ryan the nod at starting quarterback in the first week. That will give the young rookie time to develop as a quarterback and as a leader. The team has nothing to lose with starting Matt. It is a young team and with time and patience they will be better.
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