Photographer: Randy Litzinger/Icon Sportswire, Falcons: Offseason 2023 Mock Draft 1.0 (5 Rounds), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window), The son of Steelers legend Joey Porter significantly impacted the Nittany Lions defense in 2022, Potential Falcons reunion in Indianapolis: Colts to interview Dan Quinn, Predicting the stats of each Braves player: Ozzie Albies, Falcons 2023 Offseason Overhaul: Wide Receiver, 3 Keys to the Braves being a better team in 2023. Spelling Tyler Allgeier in obvious passing downs will maximize Vaughns impact as early as Year 1. Harrison can be a little stiff at times, but hes a great athlete with the length and build you want in a pass rusher. 7 overall pick, which would be their third consecutive year with a top-10 pick. Hamstring issues limited him in 2022 but he was fairly unstoppable the year prior. Jones nimble feet and quickness allow him to stay in front of pass rushers. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. 2023 7-Round NFL Mock Draft 5.0 (Rounds 1-3) by Shane Hallam February 17, 2022 0 1102. The Senior is a strong, solid athlete who can eat up space for (hopefully) Atlantas new pass rushers and Grady Jarrett. With the college football season coming finished and all star games starting, it's time to get ready for the NFL Draft. Harrisons stock may have risen after a good Peach Bowl showing, but this is around where scouts have him going at the moment. Clemsons defensive lineman Bryan Bresee or Myles Murphy are excellent options if the Falcons use their first-round pick on defense. Were heading into Week 13 of the 2022 NFL season, and the Atlanta Falcons are sitting at 5-7. Atlantas needs on offense are less clear and less all-encompassing than they are on defense. ", "A high-character individual, the Cincinnati native is referred to by coaches as the father of the offensive line room because his teammates gravitate toward him. Few edge rushers got after the passer as well as Bralen Trice did in 2022. All Rights Reserved. Grabbing someone like Young can really give a boost to a pretty poor Falcons defense. In round one, the Falcons select Clemson edge rusher Myles Murphy: This is a great scenario for the Falcons, who need help along the entire defensive front, and have multiple options from the same program that could fill that need in different ways, writes Easterling. His versatility is exceptional, as hes spent time in virtually every safety alignment and at slot cornerback and possess good size at 61, 195. 43 and 74, as well as a 2023 second-round pick, to the Titans for pick No. The fact that he also may be the most instinctually savvy player in the class makes him that much more desirable. 26. Mainly a guard but has moved out to tackle and handled the duties well in limited snaps. . But there is an exceptional one still on the board in Notre Dames Isaiah Foskey. Young's size will turn off plenty, but he could be a massive upgrade right away in Indy. His skillset is versatile, as Foskey can line up all over the formation and can make plays as a run defender. With 2022 NFL Draft season in full swing, the players who returned to school to improve their stock will be working toward the 2023 NFL Draft. Atlanta Falcons Myles Murphy, DL, Clemson. Ekiyor, at one point, had first-round hype and still presents a high-upside player on the inside. Atlanta Falcons at their draft position. Betting on himself this past season, Myles Brooks transferred to Louisiana Tech from Stephen F. Austin and vaulted himself into the NFL draft with high-level play. Greatest Fantasy Football QB Seasons of All-Time: Where Do Mahomes, Hurts, and Allen Rank? When tasked with slower, sluggish tackles, Trice should be able to immediately translate his game speed and get-off at the NFL level. Dallas Cowboys: iDL Bryan Bresee, Clemson, 27. Latest Atlanta Falcons 2023 NFL Mock Draft, Jalen Carter, DT, Georgia | Round 1, Pick 8, Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee | Round 2, Pick 44, Bralen Trice, EDGE, Washington | Round 3, Pick 75, Myles Brooks, CB, Louisiana Tech | Round 4, Pick 107, Emil Ekiyor Jr., G, Alabama | Round 4, Pick 110, Clayton Tune, QB, Houston | Round 6, Pick 185, Deuce Vaughn, RB, Kansas State | Round 7, Pick 202. They've retained their original selections in Rounds 1, 2, 3, and 4, and they also have an extra fourth-rounder acquired from Tennessee . Atlanta Falcons Mock Draft Roundup 2.0 Throughout the year and leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft, we will update our Atlanta Falcons Mock Draft Roundup showing picks for the Atlanta Falcons from several prominent sites and draft analysts. Phillips has improved drastically over the last two years at Utah. December 22, 2022 12:30 pm ET. The Hot Seat: Five NFL Coaches Who Could Lose Their Jobs 1 pick overall in the 2023 NFL Draft. Hand fighting is non-negotiable. In 2022, Williams has a sack, two interceptions, three pass breakups, a forced fumble, and a tackle for a loss. They have one selection in the first three rounds. Terrell 16th overall. The rookie went 2-2 as the starter, pulling off back-to-back victories to end the season. The speculation surrounding Tom Brady seems to include every team but Tampa and it might be time to really get serious about a QB of the future. Subtle feet that bring a springy element to his game.". Currently, the Falcons have the No. Trice utilized a bag full of pass-rush moves to beat tackles. ", "He is one of the most twitchy and fastest pass-rushers that weve seen come off the edge in quite some time. . In the second round of Draft Wire's mock, Atlanta selects Syracuse cornerback Garrett Williams. Who are the Falcons interested in, and who will land the job? NFL Mock Draft 2023 updated Jan. 11. Atlanta Falcons 7-Round Mock Draft: April Edition - Draft Network NFL Draft Atlanta Falcons 7-Round Mock Draft: April Edition The Draft Network April 20, 2021 It's an exciting time in Atlanta as the Arthur Smith and Terry Fontenot era is ushered with expectations abound following three consecutive non-playoff campaigns. Enter Washington, who can be an extra tackle in the run game with his size while becoming an even bigger red-zone threat in the pros than he was in college. The Clemson standout is becoming a popular selection for the Falcons based on his mix of value and need at that No. Ill double up on pass rushers;Nolan Smith is projected to fall to the second round after a season-ending injury, but I think his testing and overall likability will keep him in the first round conversation. It didnt matter the receivers speed he went up against in man coverage, Ringo was always in the wideouts hip pocket. 8 overall pick. After starting with a 3-3 record, the Falcons lost five of their final seven games with Marcus Mariota under center. Top Five MVP Candidates. Johnson has the flexibility to play inside or at left tackle and has excellent control in pass protection. Make sure to check out Draft Wires full two-round mock. Dont be surprised if Washington starts getting some first round love he is an absolute specimen. R1 Myles Murphy EDGE | Clemson R2 Jordan Battle S | Alabama R3 Jarrett Patterson IOL | Notre Dame View Mock Dean Marlowe was serviceable while here, while Erik Harris has been on-and-off the injury report all season. Biggest 2023 team needs for the Atlanta Falcons: Defense edition, At least one Falcons player wants Brian Flores as the teams next defensive coordinator, Biggest 2023 team needs for the Atlanta Falcons: Offense edition. Either way, the QB is going to need a reliable target that can be a constant threat to defenses and the Biletnikoff Award winner who just played with a Heisman winner seems like a perfect addition. I think Washington is the best player available by a mile. Carter is the latest freakishly powerful interior disruptor out of Athens and has the ability to impact the offense on just about every snap. He is simply a physically dominant player, and outside of Grady Jarrett, the Falcons dont have many of those. ", "An extremely productive receiver, the 2021 Biletnikoff Award winner can start early in the NFL thanks to his refined route running, great hands, and impressive movement skills.". 1. He has a smooth kick slide and possesses quick feet to mirror pass rushers. Falcons land franchise QB in new 7-round mock draft : 2023 NFL Draft: #Falcons add franchise QB, defensive tackle in our new 7-round mock draft. Here is my F. Stroud, Ohio State, 3. The Falcons need some physical, tough guys up the middle and thats exactly what Young provides. Lastly, the Falcons add one more edge rusher to cap off their 2023 draft class. Draft Wires Luke Easterling gives the people what they want in his latest two-round mock draft. Atlanta has eight picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. Lacks prototype size but sees the field very well, demonstrates natural feel in the pocket and can push the ball downfield with a simple flick of the wrist. Decision-making wasnt as crisp in 2022 as it was in 2021, but the right decisions are capable with his overall pocket awareness and arm strength. Baltimore Ravens: CB Christian Gonzalez, Oregon, 25. TRADE - Indianapolis Colts (via CHI): QB Bryce Young, Alabama, 2. Falcons 2023 Mock Draft Monday 5.0 (3 Rounds) : Ironically enough after the Falcons faced Fields, I was finally ready to mix in a quarterback for Mock Draft Monday, Falcons 2023 Mock Draft Monday 4.0 (3 Rounds) : Falcons land big time running back in Jake's latest Mock Draft as the team continues to progress through the 2022 season, Falcons: 2023 Mock Draft Monday 3.0 (3 Rounds) : Right now, Tankathon has the Falcons picking 16th, as they would be technically the first team left out of the playoffs, Falcons: 2023 Mock Draft Monday 2.0 (3 Rounds) : Falcons: 2023 Mock Draft Monday 2.0 (3 Rounds) Mock Draft Monday The Falcons have shown some fight through the first four weeks of the season, and they have a 2-2 record to show for it. The Atlanta Falcons have lost three straight games to fall to 5-9 on the season with three games remaining. Utah linebacker Mohamoud Diabate clearly fits the Falcons preferences at linebacker under Dean Pees. After falling to the Saints, the Falcons are slated to pick 7th in the 2023 NFL Draft as Im writing this (via Tankathon). Arms and strength to finish plays. His soft change of direction is solid. With a weak free agent class, the Falcons might be best served by dipping into the draft for a center once again. Atlanta Falcons 2022 7-Round Mock Draft. ", "The Texas native wins with excellent releases, route running, agility, footwork, and lateral quickness. Falcons acquire: QB Lamar Jackson. Houston Texans (via CLE): OT Broderick Jones, Georgia, 13. The Texans' loss is the Colts' gain, as the franchise finally lands some quarterback stability in the Heisman trophy winner. Jalen Carter is a game-changing player in the middle of a defensive line that needs an influx of talent. Foskey has played four seasons for the Fighting Irish, with three as a significant contributor. After selecting skill-position players with their last two first-round picks, many fans are hoping to see the Falcons focus on defense early. The Falcons also own the Tennessee Titans' fourth-round pick as part of the Julio Jones. However, the Falcons lack weapons outside of Drake London and Kyle Pitts. At this point, Atlanta is just looking for rotational production and depth. Clearly, the Bucs arent going to run away with this thing. The NFL Draft action is heating up, and it is always mock draft time. This will be just a four-round mock, as I honestly dont know much about any of the late-Day 3 prospects at this juncture. Despite drafting Murphy in the first round, the Falcons need some beef on the interior of their front seven. Hes as good with his back to the ball as he is staying in phase with his receivers. I think upping his weight to around 230 could be a good move to prepare him for the NFL, but Diabate has all the traits along with some impressive production. Detroit Lions: LB Henry To'o To'o, Alabama, 19. Washington needs help on the back end and the upside this feisty corner provides might be what they're looking for. This is a position where teams frequently find starters and good rotational players in the middle rounds of the draft. 7-Round Mock Draft: Atlanta Falcons Build Around Desmond Ridder By Bolstering Defense : The Atlanta Falcons opt to build around Desmond Ridder in the latest mock draft for the ATL. ", "The Maryland native boasts a thick, long frame and notable lower and upper body strength. Carter is a 10-year starter at a potential All-Pro level on the inside. The Eagles were struggling to find depth in the interior and will be losing several defensive linemen to free agency or retirement this offseason. Greatest Fantasy Football QB Seasons of All-Time: Where Do Mahomes, Hurts, and Allen Rank? Kansas City Chiefs: WR Rashee Rice, SMU, 32. 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