As the Falcons’ plans for the future slowly unfold, all signs continue to point to Desmond Ridder as Atlanta’s starting quarterback.
Fulfilling their promise to add to their quarterback room this offseason, the Falcons signed former Washington starter and Georgia native Taylor Heinicke. At the time the intention to sign was initially reported, it was frequently noted by media members that Heinicke was coming in to be the primary backup to Ridder.
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When Atlanta’s newest quarterback spoke to the media on Wednesday, he validated those reports in clear terms while fielding a question about his mindset.