The Second Choice: Chris Long, DE, Virginia
Given the ties to the Patriots’ organization, you can expect the best remaining defensive lineman on the board to get a long look (no pun intended). Chris Long, as we’ve already discussed, is second only to Glenn Dorsey.
If the Falcons go defense, expect Long to be their guy.
Outside Possibility: Darren McFadden, RB, Arkansas
McFadden will probably be the top player on the Falcons draft board. If they stay true to their board, they could take him here.
ESPN DRAFT COVERAGE NOTE: This is the point in the draft where we get the first “How far will McFadden fall?” comment followed by the camera zooming in on an uncomfortable McFadden trying to act like he’s not concerned.
We all know he’s counting the money he’s losing every time his name isn’t called out. By far the best part of draft weekend.
Of course, there are rumors floating around that the Cowboys are going to stupidly trade the farm, the family car, a first-round pick, and Marion Barber III to move up to the first overall pick and select McFadden.
I’m so rooting for this to happen. Jerry Jones is a genius!
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