Falcons, Ryan still struggling in the red zone

Atlanta Falcons running back Jacquizz Rodgers, top, runs with the ball as New York Giants strong safety Antrel Rolle makes the tackle during the first half of Sunday's game in East Rutherford, N.J. - photo by Kathy Willens

1007Falcons1 — Atlanta Falcons running back Jacquizz Rodgers, top, runs with the ball as New York Giants strong safety Antrel Rolle makes the tackle during the first half of Sunday's game in East Rutherford, N.J. - photo by Kathy Willens

FLOWERY BRANCH — Quarterback Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons have improved their red zone efficiency, statistically speaking, from last year. But Sunday's 10-point loss at the New York Giants showed that the offense is still flawed when advancing to the 20-yard line. The Falcons (2-3) began the game ranked second in NFL red zone efficiency, but two first-half drives to the 2-yard line resulted in a pair of field goals.

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