While plenty of Falcons fans apparently think this was the right time to part ways with their long-time franchise QB ... this has been a tumultuous and emotional two weeks. The Deshaun Watson pursuit.

General manager Terry Fontenot said their decision to send Ryan to the Colts was to put the one-time league MVP winner in the best situation for him — not to capitalize on his trade value. Moving on ...

HOUSTON -- Falcons owner Arthur Blank said quarterback Matt Ryan will be financially rewarded for his MVP-worthy performance this season. "He needs to be compensated well, certainly,'' Blank told ESPN ...