Atlanta Falcons WR Calvin Ridley announced earlier today that he was taking time away from football to deal with mental health issues that have been affecting him.
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Ridley put out a statement Sunday afternoon saying that he “needed to step away from football at this time and focus on my wellbeing”.
— CALVIN RIDLEY (@CalvinRidley1) October 31, 2021
New Orleans Saints WR Michael Thomas responded to Ridley’s comments with support for the young star WR.
I’m standing in that hole with you @CalvinRidley1 . Keep GOING! You one of them ones fasho 🤞🏾
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) October 31, 2021
The Falcons lost 19-13 at home to the Carolina Panthers. Ridley has 31 receptions for 281 yards and two TDs over his 5 games this season.
No word yet on why or how long Ridley will be away from football.
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