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Atlanta Falcons: A.J. McCarron can still win QB2 spot

Aug 13, 2021; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Tennessee Titans linebacker Derick Roberson (50) and defensive tackle Trevon Coley (97) sack Atlanta Falcons quarterback AJ McCarron (5) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports

The preseason in the NFL is a perfect nest for overreactions, especially when it comes to Atlanta Falcons fans.

The Falcons rolled out to play the Titans without their probable day one starters, thus making the evaluation process that much more difficult. A.J. McCarron was standing behind a patchwork offensive line, that was literally thrown around all game, no matter the combination of players.