Sam Ehlinger is also a questionable selection, although he has backup quarterback upside. They added some good playmakers to their secondary, which was an area of serious concern heading into the draft. The picks are in, from No. 8 pick. In Atlanta, next Tuesday has long been circled as a day of reckoning for the Falcons, something insiders throughout the league have known all spring. No matter what Julio Jones’ fate is, the Falcons are adding a rare weapon in Pitts, who is just scratching the surface of his potential at age 20 (he turns 21 this fall). However, the Colts did not walk out of the draft with a starting left tackle. Terrell, Isaiah Oliver and Kendall Sheffield have recorded a coverage grade … He was the backup swing tackle … Lance has skills, but he will need time. Atlanta Falcons. The Atlanta Falcons traded their longtime wideout for a haul of draft picks, ending Jones' illustrious 10-year career with the team but also leaving a sizable void in the team's receiver room. The 6-foot-6, 245-pound tight end tallied 100 receptions for 1,492 yards (14.9 avg.) One year ago, no one could have foreseen Zach Wilson being the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. It is hard to put it any lower than a C-plus because of the Paye selection, but this is a shaky draft out of the blocks. He has the potential to be a dominant pass-catcher in a Falcons offense that also includes star wideouts Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley. Even after Julio Jones trade, PFF rankings acknowledge Falcons still have an elite wide receiver Falcons Pro Football Focus has come out with their annual positional rankings, which list the 32-best players at a particular position -- wide receivers in this Atlanta Falcons Ridley had 10 receptions for 163 yards and a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in … 2021 NFL Draft grades for every team: Falcons, Lions, Vikings ace final report cards while Cowboys, Texans look iffy Sheil Kapadia May 3, 2021 165 Given that Matt Ryan can still play well, the latter option sounds better, though a trade down would be the best. 4. Grade: B He was the backup swing tackle … Ridley had 10 receptions for 163 yards and a touchdown against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in … For the Falcons, PFF awarded this honor to one of the team’s many failed first-round edge rushers. Atlanta Falcons WR Calvin Ridley put up big numbers in Week 15 of the NFL season. Atlanta Falcons: B Grade Goals Entering the 2021 NFL Draft: The Falcons have a dilemma with their first-round pick. Given that Matt Ryan can still play well, the latter option sounds better, though a trade down would be the best. Irrelevant,” to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers), and we … In exchange for Jones, the Titans will send a 2022 second-round draft pick and a 2023 fourth-round selection to the Falcons. The Falcons are betting on Ryan―their draft sends a clear message that 2021 won't be a rebuild; they're looking to contend. Atlanta Falcons: B Grade Goals Entering the 2021 NFL Draft: The Falcons have a dilemma with their first-round pick. Falcons sign veteran OL Jason Spriggs and OLB Emmanuel Ellerbe. Sam Ehlinger is also a questionable selection, although he has backup quarterback upside. Atlanta Falcons. A grand slam. The 6-foot-6, 245-pound tight end tallied 100 receptions for 1,492 yards (14.9 avg.) Lance has skills, but he will need time. Grade: C-I just don't see trading up with two first-round picks as the price to get a guy who is raw and needs time. 1 (Trevor Lawrence to the Jacksonville Jaguars) through No. Terrell, Isaiah Oliver and Kendall Sheffield have recorded a coverage grade … Vinnie Iyer, The Sporting News Overall Grade: A- The Atlanta Falcons agreed to trade star wide receiver Julio Jones to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. For the Falcons, PFF awarded this honor to one of the team’s many failed first-round edge rushers. However, the Colts did not walk out of the draft with a starting left tackle. The Atlanta Falcons selected Jones with the sixth overall pick of the 2011 NFL Draft. It’s said a draft class can’t be fully graded until at least three years after the picks are made. To make room, they cut RB Tony Brooks-James. 4. The NFL source for news, analysis, stats, scores, and rumors. Even after Julio Jones trade, PFF rankings acknowledge Falcons still have an elite wide receiver Falcons Pro Football Focus has come out with their annual positional rankings, which list the 32-best players at a particular position -- wide receivers in this Atlanta Falcons Vinnie Iyer, The Sporting News Overall Grade: A- The BYU quarterback had a breakout 2020 campaign that saw his PFF grade shoot up from 80.5 as a freshman and 76.2 as a sophomore in 2018 and 2019, respectively, to a … Gono originally signed with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent out of Wesley College following the 2018 NFL draft. Matt Gono, who signed a second-round tender earlier in the offseason, will miss an indefinite amount of the 2021 season after undergoing surgery for an … The Falcons will need better play out of their young cornerbacks, as well. 2021 NFL Draft grades for every team: Falcons, Lions, Vikings ace final report cards while Cowboys, Texans look iffy Sheil Kapadia May 3, 2021 165 It is hard to put it any lower than a C-plus because of the Paye selection, but this is a shaky draft out of the blocks. But no, it’s not Takk McKinley or Vic Beasley. The 2021 NFL draft is being held Thursday through Saturday and every Atlanta Falcons draft pick has been analyzed here. Atlanta Falcons. Draft: C. Atlanta Falcons | 2021 draft grade. One year ago, no one could have foreseen Zach Wilson being the second overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. The picks are in, from No. The Atlanta Falcons selected Jones with the sixth overall pick of the 2011 NFL Draft. 8 pick. But here we are. Atlanta traded five draft picks to the Cleveland Browns to move up into their spot and take Jones, giving up their 27th, 59th, and 124th picks from the 2011 Draft, and their first and fourth round picks from the 2012 Draft. 259 (Grant Stuard, aka “Mr. Atlanta Falcons WR Calvin Ridley put up big numbers in Week 15 of the NFL season. 1 (Trevor Lawrence to the Jacksonville Jaguars) through No. Atlanta’s worst pick came in that same 2007 draft of which the team selected defensive end Jamaal Anderson out of Arkansas with the No. Passing over a quarterback to load more talent onto the offense could look like a bad move for the Atlanta Falcons in 12-18 months if Matt Ryan does not come back strong. The BYU quarterback had a breakout 2020 campaign that saw his PFF grade shoot up from 80.5 as a freshman and 76.2 as a sophomore in 2018 and 2019, respectively, to a … The Falcons took Florida tight end, Kyle Pitts, with the fourth overall selection of the 2021 NFL Draft. You don't often see tight ends drafted in the top five, but Florida's Kyle Pitts is a rare exception. The Falcons are betting on Ryan―their draft sends a clear message that 2021 won't be a rebuild; they're looking to contend. 259 (Grant Stuard, aka “Mr. You don't often see tight ends drafted in the top five, but Florida's Kyle Pitts is a rare exception. Atlanta Falcons. Atlanta is now at 90 players entering the first practice of camp this week. Along with Jones, the Falcons will send a 2023 sixth-round pick to the Titans. In Atlanta, next Tuesday has long been circled as a day of reckoning for the Falcons, something insiders throughout the league have known all spring. They added some good playmakers to their secondary, which was an area of serious concern heading into the draft. That could leave them with trouble. Atlanta traded five draft picks to the Cleveland Browns to move up into their spot and take Jones, giving up their 27th, 59th, and 124th picks from the 2011 Draft, and their first and fourth round picks from the 2012 Draft. As if the Falcons’ offensive line wasn’t already thin enough, the team could be without a key player. Atlanta is now at 90 players entering the first practice of camp this week. Atlanta’s worst pick came in that same 2007 draft of which the team selected defensive end Jamaal Anderson out of Arkansas with the No. It’s said a draft class can’t be fully graded until at least three years after the picks are made. But here we are. To make room, they cut RB Tony Brooks-James. None of A.J. Do they take the fourth-best quarterback in this class, or do they go with the top non-quarterback prospect? None of A.J. Gono originally signed with the Falcons as an undrafted free agent out of Wesley College following the 2018 NFL draft. That could leave them with trouble. The Atlanta Falcons traded their longtime wideout for a haul of draft picks, ending Jones' illustrious 10-year career with the team but also leaving a sizable void in the team's receiver room. As if the Falcons’ offensive line wasn’t already thin enough, the team could be without a key player. Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst (81) dives for the end zone as he is held by Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebacker Lavonte David (54) during the second half Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in … Grade: B In exchange for Jones, the Titans will send a 2022 second-round draft pick and a 2023 fourth-round selection to the Falcons. Grade: C-I just don't see trading up with two first-round picks as the price to get a guy who is raw and needs time. Falcons sign veteran OL Jason Spriggs and OLB Emmanuel Ellerbe. Dontari Poe (born August 18, 1990) is an American football nose tackle who is a free agent. Grade: B+. Draft: C. Atlanta Falcons | 2021 draft grade. The Falcons took Florida tight end, Kyle Pitts, with the fourth overall selection of the 2021 NFL Draft. But no, it’s not Takk McKinley or Vic Beasley. He has the potential to be a dominant pass-catcher in a Falcons offense that also includes star wideouts Julio Jones and Calvin Ridley. Passing over a quarterback to load more talent onto the offense could look like a bad move for the Atlanta Falcons in 12-18 months if Matt Ryan does not come back strong. Do they take the fourth-best quarterback in this class, or do they go with the top non-quarterback prospect? A grand slam. The Falcons will need better play out of their young cornerbacks, as well. The Atlanta Falcons agreed to trade star wide receiver Julio Jones to the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. Falcons tight end Hayden Hurst (81) dives for the end zone as he is held by Tampa Bay Buccaneers inside linebacker Lavonte David (54) during the second half Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in … The 2021 NFL draft is being held Thursday through Saturday and every Atlanta Falcons draft pick has been analyzed here. Matt Gono, who signed a second-round tender earlier in the offseason, will miss an indefinite amount of the 2021 season after undergoing surgery for an … Along with Jones, the Falcons will send a 2023 sixth-round pick to the Titans. Irrelevant,” to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers), and we … Grade: B+. No matter what Julio Jones’ fate is, the Falcons are adding a rare weapon in Pitts, who is just scratching the surface of his potential at age 20 (he turns 21 this fall). The NFL source for news, analysis, stats, scores, and rumors. Better, though a trade down would be the best 're looking to....: B Grade Goals entering the 2021 NFL draft Atlanta Falcons: B Grade entering. 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