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Falcons' Matt Ryan: Steve Sarkisian doing fine; players need to play better

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FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. -- Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan backed the performance of offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian through five games on Wednesday and implied the players have to do better adjusting to Sarkisian.

The reigning MVP said Sarkisian's play-calling shouldn't be looked at as the cause of the offensive struggles despite Sarkisian being a first-time NFL coordinator.

"I think Sark's done a good job," Ryan said. "You know, I think we're very much on the same page. I think the communication's been really good.