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Factoid: Losing vs. passing
I have heard the theory floated a few times over the last month that it can be a good thing to pick pass catchers from lesser teams. If a team is trailing often, the idea goes, it will be passing more, resulting in more catches, yards and touchdowns. It got me wondering if there’s any truth in the notion. more »
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Podcast: August 11 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now
Ian Allan and Justin Eleff agree to disagree about the NFC South. Sponsored by ExtraPointPress.com. more »
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Falcons WR Ridley had offseason foot surgery
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY said this week that he played on a foot that was “not good last year”. Ridley underwent offseason surgery and said this week that his… More foot is “totally, definitely fixed”. Ridley had a standout 2020 season even with his bum foot, leaving fantasy owners to ponder the possibilities this year as the top option in the Falcons receiving corps. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Falcons WR Gage ready for starting gig
Atlanta wide receiver RUSSELL GAGE said recently that he is ready for his increased role now that long-time Falcons wide receiver JULIO JONES is in Tennessee. While CALVIN RIDLEY will replace… More Jones atop the Falcons wide receiver depth chart, Gage expects to build on his 2020 performance. Gage, a sixth-round pick in 2018, added that “the sky is the limit” for him heading into the 2021 season. Less
Source: NBC Sports
Around the NFL: Calvin Ridley
Calvin Ridley hasn't been practicing for Atlanta, and yesterday we found out why. He recently underwent foot surgery, and is recovering from it. The Falcons maintain the procedure was minor (of course they do). I'm not going to be alarmist, but I think virtually any foot surgery needs to be taken seriously. He's expected to be fine for training camp, but it's definitely something to monitor. more »
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Falcons WR Ridley had minor foot surgery
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY had minor foot surgery during the offseason that has kept him out of recent practices. Ridley will miss the remainder of the offseason program, but… More he will reportedly be ready to roll when training camp starts in late July. With JULIO JONES off to Tennessee as a member of the Titans, Ridley moves into the number one receiver role for the Falcons this season. Less
Source: Team Website
Factoid: Calvin Ridley
I’m struggling some with how to slot Calvin Ridley. Lots of different pieces in play in Atlanta, most notably Julio Jones, Kyle Pitts and Arthur Smith. more »
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Falcons pick up fifth-year option on WR Ridley, decline option on TE Hurst
The Atlanta Falcons picked up the fifth-year option on wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY this week. Ridley was the team’s top draft pick in 2018. Meanwhile, the team decided not to pick… More up the option for tight end HAYDEN HURST. The Falcons, of course, selected former Florida tight end KYLE PITTS with the fourth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Injured Falcons take a step backwards
After participating in a limited practice on Wednesday, Atlanta Falcons WR JULIO JONES (hamstring), RB TODD GURLEY (knee), and TE HAYDEN HURST (ankle) did not participate at all in Thursday’s practice… More session. On a brighter note, WR CALVIN RIDLEY logged another limited practice and kicker YOUNGHOE KOO was upgraded to a full participant in Thursday’s practice. Less
Source: Team Website
Falcons stars Jones, Ridley, Gurley all limited in Wednesday practice
Atlanta Falcons wide receivers JULIO JONES and CALVIN RIDLEY were both limited in Wednesday’s practice as the team prepares for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Jones missed last week’s… More game due to a hamstring injury, while Ridley is recovering from a foot/ankle issue. Meanwhile, running back TODD GURLEY was limited in practice after missing last week’s game with a bum knee. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons WR Ridley limited at Wednesday practice
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY was limited in practice on Wednesday as he continues to work his way back from a mid-foot sprain. The Falcons will monitor his progress over… More the next couple of days and the team remains hopeful that he will be available for Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Ridley missed last Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos, but he remains tied for the team lead with 43 receptions. He leads the team outright with 657 receiving yards and 6 touchdown catches. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Falcons WR Ridley hoping to play Sunday vs. Saints
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY is hoping to play in Sunday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. Ridley suffered a mid-foot sprain against the Carolina Panthers on October 29th and… More has been out of action since that time. Ridley resumed running on Monday and interim head coach Raheem Morris was hopeful that his star wide receiver will get additional work in during today’s practice. Less
Source: Atlanta Journal Constitution
Falcons WR Ridley dealing with foot injury
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY sustained a foot injury in last week’s game against the Carolina Panthers and was listed as a non-participant in Wednesday’s practice. Ridley is currently considered day-to-day, but he seems to have avoided what could have been a more serious injury.
Source: Team Blog
Falcons WR Ridley has big plans for 2020 season
Atlanta Falcons wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY said this week that he expects to be “elite” during the 2020 season. Ridley was on pace to reach 1,000 yards in his second NFL… More season, but he missed the final three games of the 2019 season and fell short of that milestone. For the first time in his career, Ridley enters the season as the Falcons’ No. 2 receiver. After a strong offseason, Ridley sounds ready to take advantage of the opportunity. Less
Source: Team Website
Mailbag: July 1, 2020
Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition. Why is Fantasy Index so ridiculously low on DJ Moore and Mike Evans? (And so high on Calvin Ridley?) COVID-19 precautions for weekly waiver meetings. Switching to a best-ball format. And sifting through replacement tight end prospects. more »
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