*Brian Hill – Noteworthy
RB Brian Hill, who got a chance to play when rookie Ito Smith injured his knee last week and was placed on injured reserve, ran eight times for 115 yards Sunday, not far away from his career total of 164 yards in 16 previous games, and had a long run of 60 yards. “It was exciting,” Hill said. “I was excited all week, knowing I was going to get a chance to run the ball. I started out a little shaky out there, but I’m happy I could turn it around.”
Matt Ryan – Noteworthy
QB Matt Ryan threw for 239 yards and three touchdowns and was sacked only one time against Carolina on Sunday. Ryan threw touchdowns to Julio Jones (four catches for 28 yards), Calvin Ridley (three catches for 90 yards) and Mohamed Sanu (five catches for 81 yards).