The Atlanta Falcons have named their first round draft pick Matt Ryan their starting QB for the 2008 regular season.

“We have evaluated Matt through [offseason workouts], minicamps, training camp and over the course of three preseason games,” Falcons coach Mike Smith said. “After reviewing Matt’s progress we feel that he’s won the starting job. … We feel that Matt gives us the best opportunity not only against Detroit but the in long run.”

Ryan has played well in the preseason and has showed strong leadership which is unique for a rookie but can he make everyone in Atlanta forget about dog killer Vick? We’ll have to wait and see.