FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Ryan Neuzil earned his role as a starter the hard way.

That's how fellow Atlanta Falcons offensive lineman Chris Lindstrom described Neuzil's path to first-team center.

Lindstrom has plenty of reasons to make that observation. Neuzil joined the Falcons as an undrafted free agent in 2021, starting his journey on the practice squad and slowly adding responsibilities each year. Meanwhile, Lindstrom was a first-round draft pick who has only ever been a starter.

"Whatever was asked of him for four years, he always did it and got better every single day," Lindstrom said. "Then, every moment he got the chance to prove himself on the field, he did that."

Neuzil signed a two-year deal to remain in Atlanta shortly after the team began OTAs, a testament to the impression h

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