The Falcons lost the game 23-17. Vaccaro was later fined $7,875 for the hit. Based on video, offensive tackle Lamar Holmes seemed to be the only Falcon who said something to Vaccaro after the hit.

Ryan appeared on 680 The Fan radio's "Front Row" show Friday morning in Atlanta and discussed the play during which he was hit by New Orleans Saints rookie safety Kenny Vaccaro while sliding to ...

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 ...