Falcons Offseason Summary Following the first wave of 2026 free agency, the Atlanta Falcons' primary draft needs are Defensive Tackle, Cornerback, and Wide Receiver Depth. Under new general manager Ian Cunningham and head coach Kevin Stefanski, the Falcons aggressively added veteran depth to "raise the floor" of the roster, but they enter the draft with significant pressure due to having no first-round pick.
The Falcons’ offseason has been defined by a "new era" approach following the firing of Raheem Morris and Terry Fontenot. The team made a splash by signing quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to a one-year deal to bridge the gap for Michael Penix Jr., who is recovering from an ACL injury. While they successfully bolstered their pass rush with Azeez Ojulari and Samson Ebukam, the defense still lacks a blue-chip anchor on the interior, and the secondary remains thin after the departure of starting nickel Dee Alford.
Franchise Needs
IDL
CB
WR
LB
Free Agent Losses
QB Kirk Cousins (Released), DL David Onyemata, CB Dee Alford, LB Kaden Elliss, RB Tyler Allgeier, WR Darnell Mooney (Released)Free Agent Gains
QB Tua Tagovailoa, WR Jahan Dotson, EDGE Azeez Ojulari, EDGE Samson Ebukam, LB Christian Harris, TE Austin Hooper, K Nick Folk, P Jake BaileyDraft Capital Overview
- Pick 48 (Round 2)
- Pick 79 (Round 3)
- Pick 114 (Round 4)
- Pick 197 (Round 6)
- Pick 231 (Round 7)
ATL Mock Draft Picks
Keith Abney II
Coverage competitiveness remains a defining emphasis as Atlanta continues refining its secondary identity. Abney’s physical instincts and route-disruption traits provide rotational upside for a defense seeking more consistent perimeter play. He projects as a developmental corner capable of earning gradual responsibility.
L.T. Overton
Athletic edge traits remain a worthwhile long-term investment for Atlanta’s defensive evolution. Overton’s length and movement ability provide developmental pass-rush upside. He profiles as a rotational rusher with growth potential.