The Facts: The Falcons have parted ways with Mariota, the organization announced on Tuesday.

Diehards Line: Mariota signed a two-year deal with the Falcons last offseason. According to OverTheCap.com, the Falcons will save roughly $12 million in salary cap space with Mariota off the roster. Considering Mariota's $2.5 million dead money hit, the move would bring the Falcons total cap space to the $65 million mark. The new league year begins on March 15. Meanwhile, the Falcons have maintained their stance that Desmond Ridder, who took over as the starter last season, is a player they can build around at the position. We'll find out more about how strong that belief is in coming weeks.