Taylor Heinicke has moved past turnover-plagued Desmond Ridder as the Atlanta Falcons’ starting quarterback for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings. Coach Arthur Smith says the decision to start Heinicke was made “with all the variables considering everything.” Smith wouldn't commit to Heinicke keeping the job past Sunday.
Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke throws under pressure from Tennessee Titans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Atlanta Falcons quarterback Taylor Heinicke looks for an open receiver during the second half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn.
Ridder continued to be plagued by turnovers and the offense struggled in the first half against Tennessee. He was sacked five times and lost another fumble — his 10th turnover in the past five games — against the Titans. The Falcons managed only 89 total yards, 35 net passing yards and five first downs in the first half with Ridder.
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