Falcons fans speculate over clip of Matt Ryan talking to Georgia WR

The Atlanta Falcons have made several changes since the start of the 2026 NFL offseason, but arguably their biggest move was hiring Matt Ryan as the president of football. Despite his lack of front office experience, Ryan was given the keys to the franchise by team owner Arthur Blank. The decision to bring back the former league MVP has gone over well with Falcons fans.

Ryan knows the city well from 14 years as Atlanta's starting quarterback, and his presence within the organization is helping inspire confidence. The former Falcons QB created more buzz by showing up at Georgia's pro day. A clip of Ryan talking with Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch got fans speculating about the 2026 NFL Draft.

Branch is considered a Day 2 prospect and would fill a need for the Falcons at wide receiver. Last season, Branch recorded 81 catches for 811 receiving yards and six touchdowns at Georgia. Prior to selecting Bulldogs edge Jalon Walker in the first round of last year's draft, the team was often criticized for not taking advantage of the UGA-to-NFL pipeline.

This is why Falcons fans on social media seemed especially happy to see Ryan chatting with Branch. NFL fans react to Matt Ryan-Zachariah Branch clip at Georgia pro day Something to take note of here… Georgia WR Zachariah Branch , @DjShockley3 , and Atlanta Falcon legend and current Falcons President of Football Matt Ryan having a conversation during Georgia’s Pro Day Could we see the dynamic Georgia WR get drafted to the home state team ? pic.