People are saying the Falcons need Boston College quarterback Matt Ryan, but they already have depth and talent at that position in Chris Redman and D.J. Shockley.
What they should be looking for in the first round is a talented tight end or offensive tackle, and there are a few I've had my eye on.
If they go the TE way, they could choose USC's Fred Davis who is nothing but a WR in a tight end's body.
Another great TE possibly available to them would be the huge 6'7" Brad Cottam of Tennessee. Even though he did not play much this season, this monster of a man displayed some true talent in the Senior Bowl.
If the Falcons don't decide to go the TE route, there are a couple good tackles they could pick from.
Jake Long of Michigan is the top tackle and has enough size and power to bolster the Falcons' offensive line immediately. This big guy could be a great resource with his fast feet and quick punch off the ball.
He'd fit into the Falcons' scheme perfectly.
Another great OT comes to mind: Ryan Clady of Boise State. He is a great pass blocker and is mentally ready to play with the big boys.
One other OT who would fit with the Falcons' run scheme would me the mammoth Jeff Otah. I can only describe his size as massive, but he is exceptionally quick for his frame and would match up well with the Falcons' running game.
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Anonymous about 1 year ago
Falcons will be going with Clady or Long at OT, or Ellis at DT.
Dimitroff has said that the team does not believe in the "first round QB" theory, and the most glaring holes are on either side of the line.
The Falcons tend to draft defense first, and I think that trend will continue in the Smith era.
Smart money is on Ellis.
The Falcons do have two second round picks, so they'll take a TE somewhere down the line.
No TE is worth the 3rd overall pick this year.
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