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Atlanta Falcons: 5 quarterbacks to look at as a potential backup for Matt Ryan

Aug 13, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Tennessee Titans linebacker Derick Roberson (50) and defensive tackle Trevon Coley (97) sack Atlanta Falcons quarterback AJ McCarron (5) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

The Atlanta Falcons pre-season has gone a bit sideways with the news that backup quarterback A.J. McCarron is done for the season. Now with only two quarterbacks on the roster, Atlanta must find another option.

Matt Ryan is the starting quarterback for the Atlanta Falcons there is no questioning that fact. However, there should be just a bit of urgency for the Falcons with A.