1. Digging into Falcons GM Thomas Dimitroff's Comrade Filter for Drafting Players

    The Atlanta Falcons have gone 56-24 in the five years that Thomas Dimitroff has been the general manager. That's because he has character guidelines for all of his draft picks...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 2 months ago 5,309 reads 28 comments

  2. Atlanta Falcons Re-Sign William Moore: Why He Was Crucial to Get Back

    William Moore just re-signed with the Atlanta Falcons for five years. This was a crucial move as he's a true beast on and off the field for the Falcons...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 2 months ago 1,874 reads 11 comments

  3. Atlanta Falcons Free Agency: Moneyball Options to Fill Crucial Roles

    Despite the Falcons being mentioned as part of the Darrelle Revis Sweepstakes (h/t Manish Mehta of The New York Daily News ), they won't be flashy with their free agent moves at all this year...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 8,541 reads 65 comments

  4. 2013 Free Agent Tight Ends Who Can Replace Tony Gonzalez in Atlanta

    Although has yet to officially retire and, according to reports ( h/t CBS Sports ), may still be considering a return next season, the Atlanta Falcons would still be wise to look ...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 3,588 reads 17 comments

  5. 2013 Atlanta Falcons Mock Draft: #MockTwo Brings Unique Results

    Twitter features a group in the draftnik community who create the #MockOne every year. #MockTwo was the second iteration of #MockOne this year and it led to really unique results for the Falcons...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 10,330 reads 59 comments

  6. Atlanta Falcons Move to a 3-4 Looks Like a Reality with John Abraham Cut

    The Atlanta Falcons cutting John Abraham signals that the move to the 3-4 will be happening. It makes the most sense based on the current personnel and the investment they will have to make this offseason...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 5,631 reads 34 comments

  7. Steven Jackson to the Atlanta Falcons Would Be Mutually Beneficial

    Steven Jackson is the best choice to replace Michael Turner in the Falcons offense for the 2013 season. He would give the Falcons a cheaper alternative who would also be an upgrade...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 8,073 reads 33 comments

  8. Atlanta Falcons: Tavon Austin Could Be Dark-Horse Replacement for Tony Gonzalez

    Tony Gonzalez is retiring and needs a true replacement. Tavon Austin is a slot receiver and all around threat, but his career will just be starting. Tavon Austin should explode in the NFL and the Falcons do need depth at receiver...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 8,270 reads 33 comments

  9. Ranking the 10 Best NFL Scouting Combine Performances of All Time

    The NFL Scouting Combine has produced some spectacular athletic displays in its 32-year history, including impressive contributions from Adrian Peterson , David Pollack and Julio Jones...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 42,382 reads 74 comments

  10. Who Has the Most to Prove at the NFL Scouting Combine?

    The NFL Scouting Combine starts February 20 and runs through the 26th. Throughout the combine, players have to prove their worth and answer questions about their draftable attributes...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 10,303 reads 8 comments

  11. 2013 Atlanta Falcons Mock Draft: Final Pre-Combine Scenario Including Comp Picks

    The Atlanta Falcons will have their full slate of draft picks and should be able to have a good bit of depth replenished on a team that barely missed the Super Bowl in 2012...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 10,909 reads 53 comments

  12. What Must Change for Atlanta Falcons to Finally Make the Super Bowl?

    The Atlanta Falcons will make the Super Bowl. But they have to make some changes, or they will regress into the team they were before Mike Smith came to the Falcons...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 3,885 reads 17 comments

  13. 2013 NFL Mock Draft: Valentine's Day Edition with Projected Compensatory Picks

    Compensatory picks for 2012 free-agent losses will be announced soon. With the anticipation comes the mock projections of not just the picks, but also the players who should be chosen with them...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 43,968 reads 173 comments

  14. Bleacher Report Atlanta Falcons Mailbag: 2013 Offseason Kickoff

    It's been a great season for the Atlanta Falcons , who finished just a few points shy of the Super Bowl. The mailbag is back to answer all of the questions that need addressed this offseason...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 3,455 reads 18 comments

  15. South Carolina Football Recruiting: Grading the Gamecocks' 2013 Recruiting Class

    South Carolina has an excellent recruiting class this year despite it being underrated. The class is headed up by Larenz Bryant—a linebacker who should compete for the starting role in the spur/"Will" right away...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 8,366 reads 9 comments

  16. Florida State Football Recruiting: Grading the Seminoles' 2013 Recruiting Class

    The Florida State Seminoles just wrapped up one of the best classes in the nation again this year. Under Jimbo Fisher's leadership and guidance, the Seminoles have been able to re-tool a team that won the ACC and should be in contention for it again...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 8,023 reads 10 comments

  17. Clemson Football Recruiting: Grading the Tigers' 2013 Recruiting Class

    Clemson has an excellent recruiting class this year that has earned top 15 honors from ESPN , 247Sports and Rivals . They are headlined by cornerback MacKensie Alexander and feature a heavy defensive focus; however, they lack a quarterback...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 6,305 reads 16 comments

  18. Florida State Football: Jimbo Fisher Building Nation's No. 1 Defense

    Florida State has the potential to be the No. 1 defense in all of college football. And this is not just in 2013, this is for the next couple of years...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 4,783 reads 23 comments

  19. 5-Star Mackensie Alexander Chooses Clemson, Says Tigers Will Win National Title

    Mackensie Alexander —a 5-star cornerback from Immokalee , Florida—has committed to Clemson...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 3,470 reads 36 comments

  20. Matthew Thomas Commits to Florida State: How 5-Star OLB Will Impact FSU in 2013

    Linebacker Matthew Thomas should compete for the starting role at weak-side linebacker on the Florida State Seminoles in 2013...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 2,431 reads 9 comments

  21. Tyler Wilson and 10 NFL Draft Prospects Who Will Rise at the Scouting Combine

    There are quite a few prospects who will end up skyrocketing up boards once the NFL combine goes down. The underwear Olympics have proven to be an excellent way to measure pure athleticism ...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 3 months ago 3,625 reads 8 comments

  22. 2013 Atlanta Falcons: An Audit of the Falcons' Offensive Line Situation

    The Atlanta Falcons have excellent talent on the offensive line. They need to give their young players a chance to prove themselves first, though...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 4 months ago 3,049 reads 20 comments

  23. 2013 NFL Mock Draft: Three Rounds Before the NFL Combine

    The combines are right around the corner, and this year's NFL draft will be a great one for teams that need multiple starters. The talent level is off the walls—especially in the defensive front seven and on the offensive line...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 4 months ago 29,761 reads 184 comments

  24. Why the NFL Draft Is Essential to Building a Successful and Cost-Efficient Team

    The NFL draft is the most important part of building a team that will compete regularly and stay together for a long time in today's NFL. The salary cap has started to look like Major League Baseball's payrolls instead of a standard hard cap...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 4 months ago 298 reads 2 comments

  25. Atlanta Falcons: A Look at the Cap Situation in 2013 and Beyond

    The Atlanta Falcons have an excellent cap situation for both 2013 and beyond. Especially when you consider the amount of flexibility and the talented man running the books—Thomas Dimitroff ...

    Scott Carasik Written by Scott Carasik about 4 months ago 5,415 reads 28 comments