Ryan, Dorsey: Could one become a Falcon?

By Steve Wyche | Thursday, April 24, 2008, 03:12 PM

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

New York - After Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan stepped down off his podium at a final pre-draft media function at Chelsea Piers, I introduced myself and told him I was the Falcons beat writer for the AJC.

“Maybe I’ll see you down there soon,” Ryan said.

Maybe.

He doesn’t know. Nobody but the Falcons really know.

Shortly before that, LSU defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey said he’d love to play for Atlanta. He too, didn’t know if that would happen, though.

Until St. Louis makes its pick at No. 2 Saturday, anything and everything right now is just a guess. The Rams are still said to be deliberating between Dorsey and Virginia DE Chris Long, with a split contingent of coaches and personnel types wanting each.

As for Ryan and Dorsey, both said their dealings with the Falcons were very impressive. Both said they met team owner Arthur Blank and that he was the only owner from any team to take the time to meet with them. Neither felt it gave any indication to what the team would do, although Dorsey said he thought Atlanta was very interested since it recently called him back for a second interview.

Ryan, Dorsey, Virginia DE Chris Long, Michigan OT Jake Long (he already signed with Miami at No. 1), Ohio State DE Vernon Gholston and RB Darren McFadden took part in the media conference. It was part of whirlwind day that included appearances on the morning TV circuit, an event with kids and Central Park and a ton of photo ops.

All the guys were very polished and well-mannered, which are qualities that helped them reach such high regard in this draft. All said they will spend the next few days doing their best to quell their anxiety, but, as Dorsey said “It’s impossible.”