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Falcons Rumors: Matt Ryan's $7.5M Bonus Payout Pushed Back amid Deshaun Watson Talks

The Atlanta Falcons have bought themselves a bit more time as they wait on Deshaun Watson's decision.

With the former Houston Texans quarterback reportedly deciding between the Falcons, New Orleans Saints and Carolina Panthers, the Falcons pushed back a $7.5 million roster bonus due to current quarterback Matt Ryan on Friday, per ESPN's Adam Schefter:

Adam Schefter

Falcons now have pushed back the $7.5 million roster bonus due Friday to QB Matt Ryan to Tuesday, giving Atlanta four extra days to hear the Deshaun Watson decision and be able to trade Ryan if necessary, per league sources.