“You never know, I’ve tried to keep all doors open,” Ryan said. “We all know this league is crazy, and there’s a lot of things that can happen in the course of the season.”

Ricardo Allen can remember when the most basic physical activity was impossible. “Not being able to get up and just walk whenever I want to and just go use the restroom,” the Atlanta Falcons’ safety told Alex Marvez and Gil Brandt on Late Hits of his recovery from the torn Achilles that sidelined him for 13 games last season.

Rich McKay was impressed with how coaches contributed to the NFL’s deciding last month to expand replay reviews to include offensive and defensive pass interference.

Veteran guard Andy Levitre is heading to free agency for the second time in his NFL career, something he finds “pretty exciting.” However, he has a greater concern: his health.

Ravens linebacker C.J. Mosley has a good understanding of the challenges opposing defenses face when they go against rookie quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Cam Jordan can’t help but marvel at what he has the pleasure of watching in each practice with the New Orleans Saints. And as a defensive end, he takes even greater pleasure in the fact the quarterback on the other side of the ball, Drew Brees, is his teammate.

The Atlanta Falcons can score, and, defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence knew, if the Cowboys’ defense did its job, it would be up to their offensive teammates to do the rest.

The Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots will meet at Super Bowl LI in Houston, Texas on Sunday, February 5.