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Hair of the Dog: Week 5, Houston Texans @ Atlanta Falcons - Battle
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Takeaways: Desmond Ridder throws game-winning TD pass vs. Lions
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Desmond RIdder's progress will mean he sticks as Falcons starting
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Texans at Falcons, Week 5
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Arthur Smith wants to see Desmond Ridder feel the pocket in
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QB Desmond Ridder, Falcons offense need boost as Texans visit
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Falcons select QB Desmond Ridder with No. 74 overall 2022 NFL
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How to Watch the Houston Texans vs. Atlanta Falcons - NFL: Week 5
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3 Things the Atlanta Falcons learned about Desmond Ridder in week 6
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Falcons QB Ridder vows to shake off rough day after INTs in 23-7
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Ridder's Falcons Trail Stroud's Texans at Half
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