10 photos to prepare you for preseason 

Take a walk through Atlanta Falcons history with some of the top Falcons first round draft picks and their rookie seasons including legends like Steve Bartkowski, Michael Vick, Matt Ryan and more, presented by American Family Insurance.

We take a look at previous number eight picks selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL Draft, presented by Mercedes-Benz.

Matt Ryan returns to the Falcons facilities to sign a one-day contract, read a love-letter to Atlanta, and retire as an Atlanta Falcon.

Swipe to view behind-the-scene photos of Matt Ryan announcing his retirement as Atlanta Falcons quarterback.

View the best photos from Matt Ryan's career as QB1 for the Atlanta Falcons.

Take a look at our players laying the foundation at Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.

Take a look at our players putting in the indoor work on a rainy Thursday at Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.

Take a look at some photos of our players building a strong base at Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.

Take a look at some photos of our players laying the groundwork at Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.

Take a look at our favorite photos of players returning to the field at Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.

Take a look at some photos of players returning to the Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.

Take a look at some of our favorite photos from free agency at the Atlanta Falcons facility in Flowery Branch.