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Desmond Ridder and the fine line between playing and playing scared

Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder tries to avoid taking a sack
Atlanta Falcons QB Desmond Ridder tries to avoid taking a sack
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Desmond Ridder got benched earlier in this season because he committed too many turnovers, and as he's about to be the starting QB for the Falcons again, he's got to figure out how to limit the turnovers and sacks, while still highlighting the throws that made the coaching staff believe he can be a successful QB in the NFL.

"There's a delicate balance between cautious and aggressive, play free but don't be a gunslinger," says Bunker, and if Ridder can figure out the difference, he can be a play-maker for the Falcons.