Matt Ryan
Ryan’s sophomore slump in 2009 was a slight one. He regressed only a small amount in most metrics from his rookie campaign in 2008.
| Record | Comp. % | TD/INT | QB Rating | |
| 1st year | 11-5 | 61.1 | 16/11 | 87.7 |
| 2nd year | 9-5 | 58.3 | 22/14 | 80.9 |
What stands out about Ryan is that his second season remains his worst in every significant statistical metric (not counting wins) in his 12 years as the starting quarterback in Atlanta. Year 2 remains his lowest completion percentage, yards per attempt, yards per completion, interception rate and QB Rating.
He rallied quickly. Ryan was magnificent in 2010 in leading the resurgent Falcons to an NFC South title and made his first of four Pro Bowls.