The Falcons are still working through their quarterback situation as the Deshaun Watson situation looms, and have decided to push back Matt Ryan’s roster bonus deadline.
Ryan originally was supposed to be paid the $7.5 million bonus on Friday if the Falcons did not trade their quarterback. With the team in talks to trade for Watson, the move with Ryan adds some flexibility as Watson makes his decision on a new team. He is also considering the Saints, per reports.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Thursday that the Falcons moved Ryan’s deadline back to Tuesday, which gives them four extra days to make a decision on both quarterbacks.