Matt Ryan (ankle) expected to play for Falcons Week 8

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (ankle) is expected to play Week 8 against the Seattle Seahawks, per head coach Dan Quinn.

What It Means:

Ryan didn't practice on Wednesday, but Quinn says the expectation is he will be under center against the Seahawks on Sunday. The 34-year-old veteran hasn't missed a start since 2009.

Ryan has completed 70.9 percent of his passes for 2,170 yards (7.6 per attempt) with 15 touchdowns and 8 interceptions this season, averaging 21.3 FanDuel points. The Seahawks are giving up 19.4 FanDuel points per game to opposing quarterbacks, 13th in the NFL.