18 Results for matt ryan

Locker Room Report: NFC South

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

The Atlanta Falcons and Carolina Panthers were playoff teams in '08, but they're preparing for more this season, Pat Yasinskas writes.

Story | Conversation | September 09, 2009

Falcons, WR White reach extension

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

Roddy White's contract holdout is over.

Story | Conversation | August 08, 2009

Rodgers-Cromartie dishes up defense

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

Rookie CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, who once worked serving food at Raymond James Stadium, will be on the field as a starter in Super Bowl XLIII, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | January 29, 2009

Blank: Vick should return to NFL, but not with Falcons

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

Falcons owner Arthur Blank wants to see imprisoned quarterback Michael Vick back in the NFL. But the door isn't open in Atlanta.

Story | Conversation | October 14, 2008

Camp Confidential: Smith's simple approach suits Falcons

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

After a 2007 season beset by complications, the Falcons have been rejuvenated by the simple approach of new coach Mike Smith, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | August 08, 2008

New faces help cover old Falcons' scars

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

With new head coach Mike Smith and rookie QB Matt Ryan, the Falcons are trying to cover the scars left by Bobby Petrino and Michael Vick, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | June 18, 2008

Role reversal: Turner ready to seize long-awaited opportunity

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

A little-used backup in San Diego, RB Michael Turner is relishing his status as the featured attraction in Atlanta, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | May 23, 2008

Brooking remains a foundation amidst Atlanta rubble

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

MLB Keith Brooking's steady presence might be as important to the Falcons' rebuilding job as drafting QB Matt Ryan. Brooking provides the veteran leadership this reeling franchise needs, Pat Yasinskas writes.

Story | Conversation | May 10, 2008

Ryan timetable should be based on logic, not emotion

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

The Falcons sound serious about starting QB Matt Ryan from day one. That could be a serious mistake, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | May 01, 2008

NFC South: Panthers take uncharacteristic gamble

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

When the dust settled on the 2008 draft, each NFC South team found itself with some new and much-needed ingredients, Pat Yasinskas writes.

Story | Conversation | April 27, 2008

Ryan gives Falcons hope, new identity

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

Drafting Matt Ryan was the right move for the Falcons, a team in desperate need of a fresh face and someone capable of generating optimism, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | April 26, 2008

Big question in Big D: Will Jones pull a surprise?

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

As the NFL draft approaches, ESPN.com's Pat Yasinskas looks at the major question facing each NFC team.

Story | Conversation | April 22, 2008

New trend coming in NFC South

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

Only two of the 14 quarterbacks in the NFC South were drafted by the teams in the division. That's a trend that must change, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | April 10, 2008

Smith has a lot to offer, including positive reinforcement

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

Mike Smith, who places a high premium on communication and accountability, appears to be the right coach at the right time for the Falcons, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | April 03, 2008

OL Long is Dolphins' best option with No. 1 pick

Pat Yasinskas, ESPN.com

If the Dolphins keep the No. 1 pick, they would be wise to use it on Michigan OL Jake Long, writes Pat Yasinskas.

Story | Conversation | February 22, 2008