Falcons-Packers: Ryan and Falcons Remain Relevant with Win Over Packers

If you'll recall, the last time the Falcons took a trip out to Lambeau, it was 2002. Dan Reeves was the coach and Michael Vick was the offense, running and throwing (just a little bit). We all know how that turned out. Fast forward to 2008, and the 2-2 Atlanta Falcons returned to Lambeau, led by rookie Matt Ryan, rookie Head Coach Mike Smith and practically a rookie running back in Michael Turner. A glance at this game on the schedule in the preseason would have inspired many to say "surely a loss." Not so fast. With the health of another young quarterback, Packers' Aaron Rodgers, questionable, Vegas left the line up in the air for most of the week. And with that, the Falcons entered a damp Green Bay, hoping to continue the season-long learning curve of this young team, with two goals: win on the road and run the ball effectively on the road. Put a check next to both of those goals. Not only did they accomplish this, against what many still believe is a good Green Bay team, but they ... (link)