The Atlanta Falcons’ offseason overhaul, highlighted by the additions of coach Raheem Morris and quarterback Kirk Cousins, add intrigue to the team’s NFL draft plans. The Falcons may address a pressing need by looking for an edge rusher such as Alabama’s Dallas Turner with the No. 8 overall pick in the first round.
FILE - Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner celebrates a sack against Mississippi during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Tuscaloosa, Ala. Turner is a possible first round pick in the NFL Draft.FILE - Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner responds to questions during NCAA college football Southeastern Conference Media Days, Wednesday, July 19, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. Turner is a possible first round pick in the NFL Draft.
While it’s possible the team could add another quarterback after the first round, the Falcons could focus on defense at the top of the draft. Atlanta may address a pressing need by looking for an edge rusher such as Alabama’sA healthy Cousins should be a good fit for an offense which has focused on adding playmakers with recent first-round picks.
If selected, Turner could move into the outside linebacker role in the 3-4 base scheme to be installed by Morris and new defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake. Also, there is room for a deep threat to serve as a complement to London, Mooney and Moore at wide receiver.Robinson, Tyler Allgeier and Avery Williams give new offensive coordinator Zac Robinson a strong foundation at running back, even after Cordarrelle Patterson signed a two-year deal with Pittsburgh. Tight end also looks deep with Pitts, Charlie Woerner, John FitzPatrick and Tucker Fisk.
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