FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Troy Andersen has been playing more and more in recent weeks, cutting into Mykal Walker’s time on the court. On Sunday in New Orleans, however, it became clear that there was a change in the lineup. Andersen and Rashaan Evans were paired together at inside linebacker, with Walker occasionally filling the role Andersen had.
What was obvious has now become more official, with Andersen being elevated to the first unit on the team’s depth chart, which was released Monday afternoon.
It took Andersen a while to get the hang of the system, and he’s still getting the hang of it, but he started playing better football midway through the season. Now he uses freak athletic gifts to play in coverage, run the defense and as a pass rusher.
The second-round pick is a talented player who could be a long-term solution at an important position, and that’s what you’re looking for from someone drafted that high.
Additionally, Elijah Wilkinson is back in depth after returning from injured reserve, with Chum Edog behind him at left guard and swing back Colby Gossett at third.
Marcus Mariota has been pulled from the depth chart now that he’s on IR, and Logan Woodside has taken over the second spot he held Sunday against the Saints.
Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith looks on during warmups before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier #25 scores a touchdown during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier #25 warms up before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons safety Jovante Moffatt #20 boards a plane at Atlanta Airport in Atlanta, GA on December 17, 2022 en route to a game against the New Orleans Saints. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons fans cheer during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon /Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons defensive end Grady Jarrett #97 reacts after making a snap during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon /Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 arrives before the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons coach Arthur Smith prepares to take the field before facing the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver KhaDarel Hodge #12 and Atlanta Falcons cornerback Mike Ford #28 react after the game during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/ Atlanta Falcons )
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 prepares to throw the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon /Atlanta Falcons)
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 warms up before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London #5 warms up before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 arrives before the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier #25 carries the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 leads the game before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Frank Darby #88 arrives before the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Jake Matthews #70, Atlanta Falcons guard Chris Lindstrom #63, Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Grady Jarrett #97, Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson #84 and Atlanta Falcons cornerback A.J. Terrell #24 takes the coin toss before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 warms up before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London #5 runs the ball against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Drew Dalman #67 watches the national anthem before the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Lorenzo Carter #9 after the game during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 prepares to throw the ball during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons running back Avery Williams #35 boards a plane at Atlanta Airport in Atlanta, GA on December 17, 2022 on his way to play the New Orleans Saints. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons inside linebacker Rashaan Evans #54 makes a sack during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Brandon Magnus/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder #4 and Atlanta Falcons punter Younghoe Koo #7 high five during the game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday, December 18, 2022. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Grady Jarrett #97 arrives before the game against the New Orleans Saints at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, Louisiana, Sunday, Dec. 18, 2022. (Photo by Shanna Lockwood/Atlanta Falcons)
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Is Cordarrelle Patterson a RB1?
Cordarrelle Patterson (RB37, 9. This may interest you : What’s next for Michael Clay’s special teams in Year 2?.12) 5PPR as his ADP is RB37.
Will Cordarrelle Patterson return? After missing four weeks with a knee injury, Atlanta Falcons running back Cordarrelle Patterson is back in action.
Who is the RB1 for the Atlanta Falcons?
Is Matt Ryan going to retire?
Via Zak Keefer of TheAthletic.com, Ryan told reporters Monday that he has no immediate plans to call it a career. On the same subject : Dallas Cowboys Host Free Practices at The Star in Frisco. “Look, I’m under contract, and until that changes, you go to work,” Ryan said. Ryan has $12 million in fully guaranteed salary for 2023.
Is Matt Ryan retiring from the Colts? Asked directly if there would be a retirement announcement in the next two days, Ryan said there won’t be anything anytime soon. “Just spending time with family, getting away from football for a minute to sort of clear your hearing,†Ryan said. “I think that’s important, regardless of how the year ends.
How long is Matt Ryan’s contract? Current contract Matt Ryan signed a five-year, $150,000,000 contract with the Atlanta Falcons, including a $46,500,000 signing bonus, $100,000,000 guaranteed and an average annual salary of $30,000,000.
