Falcons rookie QB Ridder impresses Smith as a quick learner

Desmond Ridder is the challenger to Marcus Mariota in the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition. Coach Arthur Smith praises Rider's ability to learn quickly. Mariata is expected to start the season as the starter. Matt Ryan was traded to Indianapolis and Ridter drafted as a possible long-term option. The Falcons plan to carry only three quarterbacks into training camp. Ryan Neuzil caught the final punt in their second and final minicamp practice. He was hoisted onto his teammates shoulders as their hero. It was the result of a competition between offensive and defensive linemen catching punts.