Matt Ryan Helps Falcons Thump Winless Colts 31-7

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  1. SRW

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    Matt Ryan went 14-for-24 with 275 yards, three touchdowns and one interception, leading the Atlanta Falcons to a 31-7 thumping of the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Julio Jones caught three passes for 131 yards and two touchdowns -- the first two of his NFL career -- while Michael Turner rushed for 71 yards and one score on 19 carries and veteran tight end Tony Gonzalez caught a touchdown pass for the Falcons (5-3), who have won three straight games. The only offense for the Colts (0-9) came in the form of a pick-six from Jerraud Powers. Curtis Painter struggled under center for the Colts, throwing for 98 yards on 13-of-27 passing and one interception, while Dan Orlovsky was 4-for-6 for 20 yards in relief. Donald Brown ran for 70 yards on 16 carries and Austin Collie hauled in four passes for 32 yards.

    Source: Sports Network