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Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn.
The 2020 NFL Draft has concluded and now it’s time to see how effectively the Atlanta Falcons really did, from the specialists’ eyes.
The Falcons went into the draft actually prioritizing their protection. Right here’s what they did:
Spherical 1: No. 16 general – A.J. Terell, CB, Clemson
Spherical 2: No. 47 general – Marlon Davidson, DT, Auburn
Spherical 3: No. 78 general – Matthew Hennessy, C, Temple
Spherical 4: No. 119 general – Mylak Stroll, LB, Fresno State
Spherical 4: No. 134 general – Jaylinn Hawkins, S, Cal U
Spherical 7: No. 228 general – Sterling Hofrichter, P, Syracuse
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Atlanta Falcons Ultimate Draft Grades
Atlanta met wants at cornerback, defensive deal with and the inside offensive line within the first three rounds. The Falcons additionally required assist on the second stage of their protection, and Walker suits that invoice, though he won't have been one of the best participant obtainable to fill that want. Identical goes for the Hawkins decide. Discovering a younger edge rusher post-draft needs to be a excessive precedence. Grade: B+
Sports activities Illustrated :
This choice might be considered as a gentle admission of underachievement from 2018 second-rounder Isaiah Oliver, who probably will now be cemented into the nickel exterior nook function that he was demoted to down the stretch final season. Second-year professional Kendall Sheffield turns into the probably full-time slot defender. If all goes effectively, Atlanta may have three high quality corners, which might enable them to maximise these Cowl Three zone ideas and proceed to quietly dabble in additional man-to-man than folks notice. Grade: B+
Professional Soccer Focus additionally tagged the Falcons with a B, no plus general. Right here’s a thought on A.J. Terrell:
A.J. Terrell is one in every of few cornerbacks on this class with high-end motion expertise, and it’s probably the first motive Atlanta took him off the board at No. 16. He must get higher on the catch level and develop higher ball expertise, however his match-and-mirror capability is clear on tape. LSU’s Ja’Marr Chase bullied Terrell on the catch level of their matchup in 2019, however the former Clemson cornerback nonetheless put a ton of constructive reps on tape and stayed in section for essentially the most half in that sport. Terrell ranked fifth amongst cornerbacks and 29th amongst all gamers on PFF’s board. Grade: B
NFL guru Mel Kiper of ESPN wasn’t a fan of the Falcons’ transfer on day 1. He handed the Falcons a C grade however has but to touch upon the remaining. Right here’s what he mentioned on the Falcons’ first decide:
The decide that surprised me essentially the most on Day 1 was Atlanta taking cornerback A.J. Terrell at No.16. It’s one of many largest reaches of the previous few years. Grade: C
What Can We Conclude?
- 1. The Falcons definitely didn’t draft the best possible participant obtainable on the time of their decide. Nonetheless, they did seize high quality guys who match the Falcons’ wants and that look coachable.
- 2. We ALL must look previous Terrell’s championship sport and notice he’s really a beast on the sphere.
3. Kiper is simply upset that the Falcons didn’t observe his lead and seize a high edge first.
4. We gained’t know till gameday.
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