Fantasy Football Index cover

Subscribe to Fantasy Football Index!

Get Fantasy Football Index delivered pronto!

The 2024 Fantasy Football Index Magazine is available to pre-order now!

Tagged: Matt Ryan (86 Results)

Factoid: Grounded Falcons

Arthur Smith is taking over in Atlanta, and I think that will make for one of the league’s most dramatically altered offenses. The Falcons have heavily emphasized the pass in recent years, but under Smith, it should become more of a run-oriented system.   more »

4 comments

Feb
4

Falcons QB Ryan to be “good teammate” if team drafts first-round QB

Several mock drafts have the Atlanta Falcons selecting a quarterback with the fourth overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft. When asked about the possibility this week, 35-year-old Atlanta quarterback MATTMore RYAN said he would focus on being a “good teammate” if the scenario came to fruition. With that being said, fantasy owners should note that Ryan is still playing at the top of his career and is under contract with the Falcons through the 2023 season. Less

Source: Team Website

Feb
3

Falcons QB Ryan expected to remain in Atlanta for 2021 season

In an offseason of expected turnover at the quarterback position, the Atlanta Falcons are reportedly not planning to trade veteran quarterback MATT RYAN. The team has supposedly had no trade conversationsMore about the 35-year-old Ryan. Also of note, the Falcons and new head coach Arthur Smith are expected to run a version of Kyle Shanahan’s offense that helped Ryan win the MVP award and reach the Super Bowl back in 2016. Less

Source: NBC Sports

Factoid: Arthur Smith

Arthur Smith has taken over as Atlanta’s head coach, and that should result in a completely different offense for the Falcons. Gone, I think, are the days of firing passes all over the place.  more »

11 comments

Podcast: December 18 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Ian Allan and Justin Eleff preview Week 15 of the NFL regular season. Sponsored by Fantasy Index Weekly and RotoWire.  more »

6 comments

Mailbag: October 9, 2020

Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition. Is now the perfect time to trade DeVante Parker? David Johnson's underused pass-catching skills. Is Matt Ryan cooked? Brandin Cooks worries, and more. more »

6 comments

Ian Allan: Drafts vs. Auctions

I’ve recently completed a couple of Player Selection Meetings (as Paul Tagliabue used to call them). One with a draft, one with an auction, and with a lot of the same owners. It’s interesting to compare the differences between the two systems.   more »

4 comments

Jun
23

QB Ryan thinks WR Ridley could “explode” heading into 2020 season

Atlanta quarterback MATT RYAN said recently that third-year wide receiver CALVIN RIDLEY could “explode” heading into the upcoming 2020 season. Ryan had been working out with some teammates, including Ridley duringMore what has been a unique offseason. Ryan said that Ridley is in “phenomenal shape”, adding that his grasp of the offense is much further along than a year ago. Less

Source: Birmingham News

Jun
8

QB Ryan impressed with new RB Gurley

Atlanta quarterback MATT RYAN said recently that he has done some field work with new running back TODD GURLEY, adding that he is “really impressed” with his new teammate. Ryan also said that he thinks Gurley is going to be an “awesome fit” with the Falcons.

Source: ESPN.com

Nov
29

Saints sack Falcons on Thursday night

The New Orleans Saints sacked Atlanta quarterback MATT RYAN nine times in Thursday night's Thanksgiving Day finale. The collective sack total tied a franchise high for the Saints. On the offensiveMore side, all-purpose athlete TAYSOM HILL led the way. Hill had a rushing touchdown and a receiving touchdown, both in the first half. Hill also blocked a punt, although he likely won’t receive fantasy credit for that achievement. Less

Source: New Orleans Times-Picayune

Podcast: November 26 episode of the Fantasy Index Podcast available now

Aaron Bland and Justin Eleff talk turkey after Week 12 of the NFL regular season, stabbing at the waiver wire, struggling with snowy start/sit decisions and previewing the Thanksgiving weekend schedule. Sponsored by Affordable Trophies.  more »

7 comments

Nov
22

Falcons getting healthy

Atlanta Falcons quarterback MATT RYAN and wide receiver JULIO JONES were both full participants in practice on Thursday, after missing the Wednesday session. Ryan is working his way back from aMore high ankle sprain while Jones reportedly had a rest day on Wednesday. Both players should be ready to soar for the Falcons game against Tampa Bay on Sunday. Less

Source: Team Blog

Mailbag: October 31, 2019

Ian Allan answers your fantasy football questions. In this edition. Is FFI missing the boat on Tyrell Williams? Late-season defenses and kickers to target. Will Drew Brees put up elite numbers in the second half of the season? And more. more »

11 comments

Oct
25

Ryan misses Thursday practice

Atlanta quarterback MATT RYAN missed a second consecutive day of practice on Thursday as he continues to recover from a right high ankle sprain. Ryan was seen in the locker roomMore walking without a boot, but there has been no update on his status for Sunday’s game. If Ryan, who has started 163 straight games, can’t play – MATT SCHAUB will start against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Less

Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Oct
22

Ryan dealing with high ankle sprain

Atlanta Falcons quarterback MATT RYAN is dealing with a high ankle sprain suffered in Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams. While such an injury could require a one or two-weekMore recovery for most players, the Falcons have not ruled Ryan out for this Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks. If Ryan does miss a game, he would have a bye week to heal before Atlanta’s November 10th game in New Orleans. Less

Source: Atlanta Journal-Constitution

More stories