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Falcons rookie Calvin Ridley has veteran presence about him

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- It didn't take long for Atlanta Falcons right tackle Ryan Schraeder to notice what type of teammate he had in first-round draft pick Calvin Ridley.

Schraeder heard about the type of playmaking ability the rookie brought with him from Alabama. He also learned quickly in practice how Ridley's wide-receiver skills extended well beyond catching a tough pass or running a sharp route.

"He was highlighted during the meetings on a run play, making a great block," Schraeder said. "That told me he's going to fit in well here.