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In the NFL, no club is flawless. Nonetheless, some people build teams considerably worse than others. Additionally, observing a team’s draft process can provide you with a wealth of information on how they manage their team. What does that mean for the Falcons in the NFL Draft of 2024, then?Based on the way things appear, Raheem Morris’ debut season as the Falcons’ head coach should be fascinating. Four years ago, the former defensive coordinator for the Falcons wasn’t exactly the top choice among fans, especially since future Hall of Famer Bill Belichick was interviewing for the position. With their efforts during free agency, Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot swiftly calmed Falcons supporters. They acted quickly to acquire quarterback Kirk Cousins, who will ultimately play a significant role in the Morris era in Atlanta. Morris’ tenure was off to a more promising start than anticipated, along with a couple more purchases. The draft did, however, eventually arrive. And now, the franchise’s validity is being called into doubt once more. Having said that, let’s examine the most significant errors the Falcons committed in the NFL Draft of 2024. Michael Penix Jr. is drafted at No. 8 overall.Shall we begin with the most apparent first? Everyone was taken aback by the Falcons’ choice to select Penix with their first-round pick at No. 8 overall, surprising observers from Chicago to Flowery Branch, Georgia. This is due to the fact that this was initially one of the most shocking selections in NFL history. It is multidimensional, though. Kirk Cousins was available for free agency; thus, Morris and Fontenot made the right choice. However, they may regret it in the long run because of alleged tampering issues (more on this later). Since it has been the biggest gap, the Falcons automatically upgraded their starting quarterback from the previous three seasons. That essentially forced the Falcons to pursue a prominent pass rusher at last, something they had not done in the previous few years. However, since this is Atlanta, it wouldn’t have been remarkable if the team had selected wide receiver Rome Odunze, who was selected by the Chicago Bears with the ninth overall pick. Was there really a need for it? […]
In order to address issues and plug gaps on their roster, a number of teams used the 2024 NFL Draft; some of them selected possible future starters in multiple rounds. Here are five guys that might likely lose their starting positions to rookies this season now that the draft has officially concluded. Green Bay Packers’ OT Rasheed Walker Jordan Morgan, the rookie According to Pro Football Focus, Walker played 966 snaps at left tackle in the previous season, giving up six sacks, 36 pressures, and 24 hurries. Among offensive lineman for the Packers, he gave up the most sacks and the second-most pressures and hurries. At Arizona, the 320-pound, 6-foot-6 Morgan played roughly 2,500 snaps at left tackle, giving up just 10 sacks in five seasons and just one instance of more than 20 pressures. Morgan might contend for Green Bay’s starting left guard role if he has a strong camp and preseason performance. C.J. Gardner-Johnson, S. Eagles of the Philadelphia First-timer Cooper DeJean In 2023, Gardner-Johnson’s torn pectoral muscle kept him from playing in only three games. Gardner-Johnson was one of the best safeties in the NFL in 2022 before his injury, and his love of smack talk helped him dominate against rival receivers. Though he is returning off a significant injury, he will need to stave off a motivated rookie who is probably feeling left out after starting the season as a predicted top-20 pick and dropping to Round 2. DeJean is a dynamic player with outstanding ball-tracking abilities and a strong zone coverage game. Gardner-Johnson has expressed his willingness to switch from cornerback to safety, a position he has played. However, with third-year safety Reed Blankenship securing Philly’s other spot, Gardner-Johnson may be passed over by the new guard. Atlanta Falcons DT David Onyemata Ruke Orhorhoro and Brandon Dorlus are the rookies. The Falcons have struggled recently to get to the quarterback, so they used three of their first four selections on front-seven players. With Calais Campbell gone, Atlanta’s senior defensive tackle, Onyemata, is now the team’s starting defensive tackle. He might not want to settle in too much, though, as Dorlus and Orhorhoro were both highly regarded prospects who might have gone late in the first round. Dorlus led Oregon in pressures (46), hurries (35) and sacks (five), and Orhorhoro contributed well to Clemson’s run defence with five sacks of his own. Josh Downs, Wide Receiver with the Colts Adonai Mitchell, rookie […]
Adam Peters, like the majority of Illinois supporters, was baffled by Johnny Newton’s escape from the first round. The general manager of the Washington Commanders, Peters, was so concerned about Newton not going to his club, which had the fifth pick in the second round, going into Day Two of the NFL Draft. In fact, he was so concerned that he thought about trading up a few spots to get the standout defensive lineman from Illinois. “We were amazed he remained there,” Peters said to reporters on Friday evening. “At 36, we were a little worried he wouldn’t make it to us. We considered going after him higher up. Quite unexpected. He received a first-round grade from us. Although most people had Newton ranked as a first-round draft pick, the two-time All-American was surprised to hear his name called later in the day. But on Friday night, Peters put in his name to be chosen at selection No. 36, so his wait was short. After an offensive-heavy first round, Newton was the 11th defender taken and the third defensive tackle chosen overall behind Clemson’s Rude Orhorhoro (No. 35 overall) and Texas’ Byron Murphy II (No. 16 overall). Throughout the previous two seasons, Newton recorded the most pressures (103) of any Power Five interior defensive lineman. His 52 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, 7.5 sacks, and nine quarterback hurries during the previous season made him a unanimous selection for the First Team All-American, Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, and Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year. Peters described him as “an explosive, violent player.” “He leads the team. We want to bring him into the building, and he has the commander tag. We believe him to be a skilled player. He may start playing straight away immediately. A three-down player, actually. He’s a capable player on pass and rundown plays. competent. […]
Michael Penix Jr., the quarterback, should be angry with the Atlanta Falcons, according to Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt. This is because Penix was selected with the eighth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft by the Falcons, despite Kirk Cousins being signed to a four-year, $180 million contract that included a $100 million guarantee early in free agency. Penix, who turns 24 next month, has a long history of injuries, thus Klatt said during an interview on “The Rich Eisen Show” that Penix should “be more furious than even Kirk Cousins” about the situation, according to Sam Neumann of Awful Announcing. In particular, during his four years of college, Penix suffered ailments to both shoulders and twice tore his right anterior cruciate ligament. Regarding Phoenix’s last collegiate campaigns, Klatt remarked, “I got myself to Washington and had these two amazing years.” I’m a man of advanced years. In the NFL, what is more valuable? obtaining a second contract or being selected in the top 10? obtaining a new contract. In order to demonstrate that he is worthy of a second contract, how does Michael Penix enter the game? When will he sign his second deal, then? I simply don’t get it.” The Athletic’s Josh Kendall said that Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot stated he would be okay with Penix playing backup ball for “four or five years.” This schedule might cover Penix’s entire rookie deal. Even though Cousins sustained a torn Achilles tendon on October 29 and turns 36 this summer, it’s unlikely that he ever imagined last month that he would be supplanted at the top of the Atlanta depth chart as early as the next season. Kendall stated that if Atlanta terminated Cousins following the 2025 campaign, the club would only have to pay a $25 million dead-salary cap penalty. Regarding Penix, Mina Kimes of ESPN argued before this past weekend that due to his age, the youngster should prefer to participate sooner rather than later. Penix might cause the Falcons some discomfort this spring and summer, according to Klatt. During his conversation with Eisen, Klatt said, “I don’t know how quickly I would sign if I were Michael Penix.” “I would like to play, but I’m not sure how soon he would force the subject.Though I’m incredibly grateful to be among the top 10, what the heck?” At this point, there’s no indication Penix will pose a threat to the Falcons in the near future. But if Cousins seems past his prime this autumn, Penix might emerge as the fan favourite among the quarterbacks for the Atlanta Falcons.
Terry Fontenot’s most recent remarks following the draft will not sit well with fans. Since the NFL Draft on Thursday night, the Atlanta Falcons have been the target of a great deal of criticism. Despite needing a cornerback and an edge rusher on the defensive end of the field, the Falcons selected quarterback Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall choice. Following the $180 million payment to Kirk Cousins in March, this occurs. After picking Michael Penix Jr., Terry Fontenot’s ironic remarks will only infuriate supporters. If you read this blog often, you are probably aware of my thoughts regarding the selection of Michael Penix Jr. Considering everything we have gone through over the last two years, I felt it was a wise and sensible decision. But I can get the criticism because it gives the impression that the Falcons are ‘one foot in, one foot out’ in terms of winning straight away. I also can’t help but notice how ironic Terry Fontenot’s most recent remarks regarding the draft and the team’s failure to address the cornerback position are. This was hardly the best comment if Fontenot was trying to maintain his composure. This is merely adding fuel to the fire, so he shouldn’t have framed it this way. There, the Falcons were with the eighth pick in a draft that had some extremely talented cornerbacks. The Falcons chose to select Quinyon Mitchell, Terrion Arnold, and Nate Wiggins, among other available quarterbacks. Then, with Cooper DeJean and Kool-Aid McKinstry remaining unclaimed, the Falcons made the decision to move up in the second round, selecting defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro. All things considered, regardless of your stance on the draft’s decision-making process, I don’t think you can dispute the Falcons’ lack of competence in meeting their media responsibilities. When you include the damning remarks Kirk Cousins made regarding tampering, it only gets worse.
The main topic of discussion throughout this weekend’s NFL Draft was the selection of University of Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. by the Atlanta Falcons, a decision that sparked intense disagreement. Based on a video of Mina Kimes criticising the selection on ESPN’s First Take, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini claims that the “majority” of head coaches and general managers she has spoken to about the Penix Jr. pick share Kimes’ opinion that the pick is illogical.“The justification seems a little illogical to me. If you’re paying Kirk Cousins a guaranteed $100 million because you think he’s going to be fantastic, you’re not helping your team improve so it can compete right now. For the individual or the team, it just doesn’t add up,” Kimes argues in part.Curiously, Russini also mentioned that a general manager expressed his belief that the selection is even more nonsensical considering the age of Falcons owner Arthur Blank, stating that he doesn’t care about the team’s future beyond 2026 since he wants to win now. “How old is Mr. Blank? Right now, he wants to triumph. He’s not fixated on ’26 and later. Russini was reportedly informed by an NFL general manager that “they have needs now.” The unidentified general manager’s reasoning that Blank doesn’t necessarily care about what happens to the Falcons in the upcoming years suggests it has more to do with his mortality than impatience, as it is doubtful that Blank would be selling the franchise before then. The 81-year-old Blank paid $545 million to the son of team founder Rankin M. Smith in 2002 to acquire the Atlanta Falcons. As of now, the Falcons are valued at approximately $4 billion.
Terry Fontenot, general manager of the Atlanta Falcons, went into the NFL Draft hoping to add another component at the back end, but he came away empty-handed. The top defensive players in the class were available to the Atlanta Falcons when the 2024 NFL Draft reached pick No. 8 overall. But Atlanta decided to settle any future quarterback issues by picking Washington signal caller Michael Penix Jr. rather than moving back and addressing question marks in the secondary or along the defensive line.The Falcons strengthened their pass rush with their next three selections—four of their final seven overall—but were unable to add competition to a cornerback room beset by uncertainty following the departure of starter A.J. Terrell. Furthermore, general manager Terry Fontenot asserts that the Falcons didn’t necessarily want to leave the draft empty-handed at the corner. Fontenot stated, “We would have liked to add that position.” Despite this, you don’t want to push, reach, or act inappropriately. We had guys, so we sought to retaliate in the first round, of course. Perhaps it was a corner. “And after that, you keep going through the draft; it all depends.” The original focus of the Falcons’ trade-up conversations was on pass rushers. Head coach Raheem Morris informed NFL Network’s Steve Wyche that the team was interested in UCLA edge Laiatu Latu, who was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the 15th overall pick. However, the first cornerback was not taken until the Philadelphia Eagles selected Quinyon Mitchell of Toledo with the 22nd overall pick. The top two corners in the class were officially taken off the market when Terrion Arnold of Alabama was selected by the Detroit Lions two picks later. On Day 2, Atlanta had the opportunity to acquire more highly regarded defensive backs by moving up from No. 43 to No. 35 with the Arizona Cardinals. However, rather than selecting Iowa’s Cooper DeJean or Alabama’s Kool-Aid McKinstry, the Falcons selected defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro from Clemson. Not too long afterward, the cornerback rush began.Starting with DeJean, four cornerbacks were selected in order from picks No. 40 through No. 43. Fontenot stated that he thinks the Falcons were able to bolster their defensive line by adding pass rushers, youth, and size. They would have switched to offensive line or cornerback if the board had dropped in a different order. However, Atlanta eventually found itself in a position to capitalise on the trenches, and Fontenot is not sorry about the steps taken to get there. It’s not something you want to push, Fontenot added. “You wish to avoid reaching within the draft. For the players you bring in, you want to have a clear vision. Although it didn’t work out at the corner, we’ll keep searching. Morris mentioned that the Falcons added Kevin King and Antonio Hamilton as cornerbacks this spring. He also mentioned Clark Phillips III, Mike Hughes, Dee Alford, and Natrone Brooks as returners behind Terrell. Morris stated that Hughes was a welcome surprise on film and that the 5-10, 183-pound Phillips impressed both inside and outside during the league owners meetings in March. Alford is regarded by Morris as a nickel corner, although he can also play safety when necessary. […]
Bears of Chicago.Caleb Williams, a quarterback from Southern California, could have been selected first overall by anyone with an internet connection. For the Bears, who have struggled with a quarterback for many years, Williams’ presence is a win in and of itself. Given Williams’ extraordinary talent and the team’s dismal quarterbacking record, Chicago fans will not only anticipate that Williams will be the team’s greatest quarterback of all time, but it won’t even be that unrealistic. Ryan Poles, the general manager, has also done a good job of surrounding Williams with one of the top receiver groups in football. Poles added Rome Odunze of Washington to a fold that already had the gifted and successful DJ Moore after trading for Los Angeles Chargers star Keenan Allen earlier this year. The Bears should be more entertaining to watch than they have been, even if they don’t win a lot of games in 2024. And for the first time in a very long time, the franchise has a base on which to construct a Super Bowl team. Minnesota Vikings.Kirk Cousins, the quarterback for the Vikings, was lost to the Atlanta Falcons in free agency. They were set to live a miserable 2024, with veteran letdown Sam Darnold filling in as a band-aid. If Vikings supporters must see Darnold going forward, it ought to be for a select few games. JJ McCarthy of Michigan made a lucky slide to the tenth pick, and the Vikings traded up to choose him as their future signal-caller. McCarthy is a much-discussed candidate. Although he had won the national championship at Michigan, the Wolverines were committed to having him throw the ball little as part of an offence that prioritised runs. He wasn’t very excellent at throwing, but he was decent enough. McCarthy, meanwhile, is only 21 years old and has a tonne of athletic potential. Additionally, McCarthy joins Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell, who has a strong track record of developing quarterbacks. And at No. 17, Minnesota acquired a very talented edge rusher in Alabama’s Dallas Turner after dealing for another first-round pick. Turner should be a good NFL player right away, but McCarthy might be the player of the future. The Pittsburgh Steelers.Speaking of good fortune in the draft, the Steelers were quite fortunate to select offensive tackle Troy Fautanu of Washington with the 20th choice. Pittsburgh’s offensive line has two glaring holes: one at centre, where they essentially have no one, and another at left tackle, where they start one of the worst players in the league. They have a gifted and incredibly flexible big man in Fautanu who can inflict some brutality on what has frequently been an underperforming line. The Steelers needed to recruit someone like Fautanu in order to give rookie quarterback Russell Wilson a chance, and other clubs’ actions helped Pittsburgh solve their issue. In the second round, West Virginia centre Zach Frazier was available for the taking, continuing the Steelers’ successful selection strategy. The Steelers need depth at this position, so third-round selection Roman Wilson of Michigan might see a lot of playing time as a rookie. Those who fail the […]
Few in the sports media gave thought to how Washington’s quarterback, who has encountered numerous difficulties, could feel about the news, while everyone else focused on Kirk Cousins and his response to the Atlanta Falcons selecting Michael Penix Jr. The majority of the media’s reaction to Penix’s selection as the eighth overall draft pick was negative, overshadowing what should have been a moment of celebration. Cousins immediately expressed his dissatisfaction with the decision and the Falcons’ handling of the situation through his agent following the draft. It makes sense that Cousins is frustrated, given that he recently inked a multimillion-dollar three-year contract with Atlanta. Penix worked hard to overcome terrible injuries during his career, but his complaints stole the show from his significant accomplishment. Joel Klatt of Fox Sports opted to back Penix’s right to be even more incensed, even though most conversations centred on Cousins. Klatt contended on The Rich Eisen Show that Penix is a better quarterback prospect than Caleb Williams in the draft. He highlighted Penix’s time working with Kalen DeBoer at Washington, highlighting his ability to quickly assess situations and understand . Though Klatt questioned why Penix, who was ready from day one, should wait behind Cousins, he noted that inexperienced quarterbacks often benefit from studying behind veterans, as in Green Bay. On Friday, Klatt declared, “If I were Michael Penix, I would be more enraged than even Kirk Cousins.” “I stood by that entire time. I was hurt all over. After travelling to Washington, I had these two incredible years. I’m a man of greater age. In the NFL, what is more valuable? obtaining a second contract or being selected in the top 10? […]
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