Thomas Dimitroff faces a crucial decision Saturday with the Atlanta Falcons holding the third pick in the NFL draft. Does Dimitroff, in his first year as general manager, select Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan to further distance the Falcons from the Michael Vick era? Would defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey of Louisiana State be the wise choice, especially since the Falcons could take a...
The Atlanta Falcons have a new quarterback and -- they hope -- a new face of the franchise. So long, Michael Vick. Hello, Matt Ryan. The Falcons chose the Boston College star with the third overall pick in Saturday's NFL draft. Ryan could compete for the starting job as a rookie. He'll also give the franchise a much-needed new identity.