For the past three games the Atlanta Falcons have been auditioning rookie quarterback Desmond Ridder to see if he has what it takes to be their starter going into 2023, and thus far Ridder appears to be winning them over.
Ridder has showcased his ability to bring a lot more balance to the Falcons' one-dimensional, run-heavy offense. That is evidenced by the number of long drives in his first three starts that have been guided by his passing rather than the team’s potent running game.
One of the hallmarks of the Falcons this year has been their willingness to pound the rock whenever their offense needs an adrenaline shot to the arm.