Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) runs out of the pocket as Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Green-Thompson (54) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (18) makes a touchdown catch against Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) celebrates his touchdown with Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones (11) against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) celebrates his touchdown against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Torrey Smith (11) makes a touchdown catch against Atlanta Falcons defensive back Robert Alford (23) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) celebrates a touchdown by Carolina Panthers wide receiver Torrey Smith during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Amis)

Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith (25) runs past Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Green-Thompson (54) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)