Atlanta Falcons: Five players to watch vs Saints

3) Matt Ryan, QB

Oct 11, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) attempts a pass in the first quarter of their game against the Washington Redskins at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports

When is Matt Ryan not a player to watch? Ryan is the leader of the team and does a great job of it. Ryan is coming off of his worst performance of the 2015 season but still managed to lead the team to victory in the fourth quarter.

Ryan is going up rival Drew Brees and will be looking for his third straight win over him dating back to last season. Ryan will likely have his best receiver ready to go in Julio Jones and will have several other offensive threats such as Leonard Hankerson, Jacob Tamme, Roddy White and Devonta Freeman.

Ryan has shined against the saints as of late. With a win, the Ryan will have won four out of the last five against Brees.