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Last season, both Desmond Ridder and Taylor Heinicke started games for the Atlanta Falcons as the team searched for stability at the quarterback position. But it sounds like the team has decided that neither of those players will be the team’s starting this upcoming season.

During an interview at the NFL Scouting Combine this week, Atlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot made it very clear that the team will be seeking a new quarterback this offseason.

“Yeah, we’ve got to get it right, and that’s real clear. We haven’t shied away from that,” Fontenot said according to Pro Football Talk. “We know that’s critical to get that position right, but it doesn’t stop there. We have to get the right quarterback in, and we have to improve this entire roster and get ready to roll this season.”

But even though the Falcons have decided to pursue a new quarterback, that doesn’t necessarily mean they know exactly who they intend to puruse.

“Yeah, we won’t close any doors,” Fontenot said. “It can be a veteran. It can be a young player. We won’t close any doors. It’s about getting it right, whatever that is. The cool thing about this year is there are a lot of really good options in all areas. There’s good options regarding veterans, UFAs, possible trades, the draft. There’s a lot of good options. The critical part is to make sure we get it right.”

Still, it’s pretty significant news that the Falcons have decided to pursue a new quarterback, and it led to a lot of reactions on social media.

We’ll have to see who the Falcons ultimately end up with.

[Pro Football Talk]

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