Matt Ryan was an impressive 6-6 for 86 yards and a touchdown to Julio Jones while Rookie QB Marcus Mariota had a rough opening pro game with an interception and a fumble on his first two possessions. The Falcons would hold on for a 24-31 victory.
In other news, the Falcons have signed CB Travis Howard, LB Terrell Manning and RB Evan Royster. They also announced the release of OL DeMarcus Love.
