AUGUST 23, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
ATLANTA FALCONS 6-5 · 1ST IN NFC SOUTH
6-5 · 1ST IN NFC SOUTH
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Observations from the Falcons' preseason loss to the Jets Marcus Mariota and Desmond Ridder helped the Falcons build a 13-point lead, but they fell 24-16 to the Jets in their second preseason game.
Kyle Pitts - Delivers big play Pitts caught his only target for 52 yards in Monday's preseason loss to the Jets.
Impact Pitts made the most of his brief appearance in Atlanta's second preseason game by blowing past the Jets' secondary for the big gain. Marcus Mariota underthrew the pass slightly, likely costing Pitts the chance to reach the end zone. Pitts looks almost certain to be the focal point of the Falcons' passing attack in 2022, especially with rookie Drake London (knee) currently sidelined.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bryan Edwards - Back in action Edwards caught his only target for 12 yards in Monday's preseason loss to the Jets.
Impact Edwards has battled a shoulder injury for much of camp but managed to make his preseason debut. He made his only catch of the game on Atlanta's third offensive play on a pass delivered by Marcus Mariota. Edwards has lined up as one of the team's top three receivers when available during training camp, and his usage Monday also suggests that he will be a significant part of the offense to begin the regular season.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tyler Allgeier - Heavy red-zone involvement Allgeier carried the ball six times for 17 yards in Monday's preseason loss to the Jets. He added three receptions on four targets for 12 yards.
Impact Allgeier mixed in with Damien Williams while Atlanta's starters were on the field but also stayed in to play with backups. Most notably, Allgeier had a significant role inside the red zone, carrying the ball three times while also tallying two catches on three targets inside the 20. Also of interest to Allgeier's potential role come the regular season, Cordarrelle Patterson lined up at wide receiver for his only offensive snap.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Preseason Game Highlights | Jets 24, Falcons 16 See full game highlights from the Jets' rally-from-behind victory against the Falcons on Monday Night Football.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • NEWYORKJETS.COM
Monday NFL preseason: Jets overtake Falcons Former Theodore High School ball-carrier La’Mical Perine scored the go-ahead TD for New York.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • AL.COM
Cordarrelle Patterson - Plays one snap Patterson did not record a statistic but did take the field during Monday's preseason loss to the Jets.
Impact Damien Williams was the first back on the field for Atlanta, though Patterson took the field for the team's second play and lined up as a receiver. Patterson has played only one snap in each of the Falcons' first two preseason games, not enough to get a feel for his potential offensive role come the regular season. Regardless of where he lines up, Patterson should be a substantial part of the team's offensive gameplan.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Desmond Ridder - Effective in second preseason game Ridder completed 10 of 13 passes for 143 yards in Monday's preseason loss to the Jets.
Impact Ridder entered the game for the Falcons' fourth offensive possession and led the team on two effective drives prior to halftime. Though Atlanta had to settle for field goals on both occasions -- primarily the product of penalties -- Ridder showed the ability to push the ball deep by connecting for long gains of 34, 20, 18 and 17 yards to an assortment of backup skill position players. Despite the strong performance, Ridder figures to open the regular season as the backup to Marcus Mariota.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Marcus Mariota - Plays three series Mariota completed six of his 10 passes for 132 yards and a touchdown in Monday's loss to the Jets.
Impact Mariota led the offense on three drives, tallying 10 points. He was effective in different areas of the field, connecting on short attempts but also airing out passes that went for gains of 52 and 39 to Kyle Pitts and Anthony Firkser, respectively. While Desmond Ridder was also effective, Mariota has reportedly been the more consistent quarterback in camp and should be the starting quarterback for the Falcons in Week 1.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
New York Jets Highlights vs. Atlanta Falcons | 2022 Preseason Week 2
AUGUST 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Atlanta Falcons vs. New York Jets Highlights | 2022 Preseason Week 2
AUGUST 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Jets 24, Falcons 16: Penalties Spark Atlanta Collapse The Falcons beat themselves tonight.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Robert Saleh is pumped after Jets' defensive touchdown vs. Falcons New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh is pumped after Jets' defensive touchdown vs. Atlanta Falcons.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • NFL.COM
La'Mical Perine turns up a gear to outrun Falcons defender on 7-yard TD New York Jets running back La'Mical Perine turns up a gear to outrun an Atlanta Falcons defender on a 7-yard touchdown.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • NFL.COM
Best throws from Desmond Ridder | Preseason Week 2 Watch Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder's best throws against the New York Jets from Week 2 of the 2022 NFL Preseason.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • NFL.COM
Atlanta Falcons Highlights vs. New York Jets | 2022 Preseason Week 2
AUGUST 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Jets storm back to stun Falcons 24-16 The Falcons, a team in search of depth, didn’t find much against the Jets on Monday night at MetLife Stadium.After the starters built a lead...
AUGUST 23, 2022 • AJC.COM
Mariota, Ridder solid for Falcons in 24-16 loss to Jets
Marcus Mariota led Atlanta to scores on two of his three drives in the Falcons’ 24-16 loss against mostly New York Jets backupsAUGUST 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Teez Tabor intercepts ball off Jets WR's fingertips Atlanta Falcons defensive back Teez Tabor intercepts the ball off of a New York Jets wide receiver's fingertips.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Who stood out in Falcons second preseason game against New York Jets After two joint practices in New York, Marcus Mariota, Desmond Ridder, Tyler Allgeier and Ade Ogundeji stand out on Monday night.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Can't Miss-Play: Bradlee Anae sacks Falcons QB and takes it to the house for six New York Jets defensive end Bradlee Anae sacks Atlanta Falcons quarterback and takes it to the house for six.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • NFL.COM
Sideline Access: Mariota throws an absolute dart to Zaccheaus in a tight window for the touchdown Marcus Mariota finds Olamide Zaccheaus for a 13-yard touchdown pass in the first quarter against the Jets.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Ridder throws a strike to Bernhardt in stride on 34-yard pickup Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder hits wide receiver Jared Bernhardt in stride on a 34-yard pickup.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Mariota throws it on a on-a-rope for a 13-yard TD dime to Zaccheaus Atlanta Falcons quarterback Marcus Mariota couldn't be more accurate on a 13-yard touchdown dime to wide receiver Olamide Zaccheaus.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
Truck Stick Incoming: Anthony Firkser's truck stick catch-and-run caps Mariota's 40-yard pass Tight end Anthony Firkser's truck stick catch-and-run caps Marcus Mariota's 40-yard pass
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ATLANTAFALCONS.COM
