Falcons ready for first preseason game against Dolphins

Backup QBs will have a chance to make case for No. 2 spot

Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Joplo Bartu (59) attempts to tackle running back Jacquizz Rodgers (32) during the Falcons Friday Night Lights event Aug. 1 at Archer High in Lawrenceville. - photo by Jason Getz | Associated Press

0808Falcons1 — Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Joplo Bartu (59) attempts to tackle running back Jacquizz Rodgers (32) during the Falcons Friday Night Lights event Aug. 1 at Archer High in Lawrenceville. - photo by Jason Getz | Associated Press

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons hope to find clarity in the competition to determine quarterback Matt Ryan’s backup in Friday night’s preseason opener against the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins may not have the opportunity to learn more about their top contenders to be the No. 2 quarterback behind Ryan Tannehill.

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