Has Matthew Stafford Arrived?

...day when Joe Flacco threw a costly pick, Mark Sanchez couldn't stop throwing picks and Matt Ryan couldn't quite lead the Falcons to a much-needed win, it's enough to make...

Giants halt losing streak, but defense still a concern

Lawrence Tynes kicked a 36-yard field goal 3:54 into overtime to lead the New York Giants past the Atlanta Falcons 34-31 after the defense blew a two-touchdown lead in the fourth quarter.

Countdown Daily Recap: Falcons-Giants

Alex Loeb and Cris Carter recap the performance of Eli Manning in the Giants' overtime win against the Falcons

John Clayton's Last Call: Giants end skid; problems mounting for Steelers

...a win. On the flip side, the Falcons weren't confident. During the first half, quarterback Matt Ryan was uncharacteristically gun shy. Because he has thrown too many interceptions in recent weeks, Ryan delayed...

NEXT: The countdown continues

In our never-ending search for the stars of tomorrow, we've narrowed this year's list to a talented 20. You'll have to wait until our annual NEXT issue (Dec. 14) to see who's No. 1, but these athletes should get your attention for now.

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Young targets come in handy for Giants

The Giants snapped a four-game losing streak by beating Atlanta in overtime. A lift from an inexperienced receiving corps made the feat possible, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Beast predictions: Cowboys in a tight one

...defense. Justin Tuck's shoulder is in much better shape and I think he'll sack Matt Ryan at least twice. Beast prediction: Giants 31, Falcons 20. Eagles-Bears: Wow, the panel has lost...

Linda Cohn: Bulging Disc Concerns

...Sunday as New York looks to halt a four game losing streak and keep Falcons QB Matt Ryan in a sophomore slump. Third, for Giants fans who are in belief that if Big Blue...

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Final Word: NFC East

...pay. The Falcons lose an important player with running back Michael Turner out this week. Quarterback Matt Ryan will have to get the job done, and he's been very shaky in protecting the...

ACC mailblog

...and experience. As for the previous championship games? Talent is hard to argue when you have Matt Ryan at quarterback, but overall, the Hokies were just the better team. Speaking of the Hokies ... Nathan...

Is Luck the next Matt Ryan?

...more I watch of Stanford QB Andrew Luck this season the more flashbacks I have to Matt Ryan's days at Boston College. There, I said it. McShay takes a thorough and detailed measure...

...Texans defeated the Raiders 29-6. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 13: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons drops back to pass against the Miami Dolphins at Georgia Dome...

...Texans defeated the Raiders 29-6. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 13: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons drops back to pass against the Miami Dolphins at Georgia Dome...

Called Out: Ranking Chris Johnson

Tristan H. Cockcroft calls out our experts for where they placed Chris Johnson, Pierre Thomas and Randy Moss this week.