The first major surprise of the 2024 draft has arrived. With the eighth overall pick, the Falcons have drafted Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. This surprises on a number of levels, with Penix being ranked as the fifth- or sixth-best quarterback in the draft and after Atlanta signed Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180MM deal. But a Penix-to-Atlanta scenario emerged on the … [Read more...] about Falcons Draft QB Michael Penix Jr. With No. 8 Pick
Colts Attempted To Move Up In First Round
In the build-up to last night’s opening round of the draft, the Colts were one of several teams mentioned as a suitor regarding a move up the order. Adding a receiver or highly-touted tight end Brock Bowers was a reported goal, but the team ultimately wound up focusing on the opposite of the ball. After an historic start to the draft with 14 straight offensive players coming … [Read more...] about Colts Attempted To Move Up In First Round
Falcons HC Raheem Morris Addresses QB Situation
One of the draft’s biggest surprises came on Friday night when the Falcons used their top selection on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. That move came about despite Kirk Cousins being on the books for the next four years (including fully guaranteed salaries in 2024 and ’25). Cousins will, of course, enter the coming season atop Atlanta’s depth chart. The presence of a successor … [Read more...] about Falcons HC Raheem Morris Addresses QB Situation
QB Draft Notes: Penix, Daniels, Nix, Raiders
The biggest surprise of the first round was Michael Penix Jr. hearing his name called eighth overall. The Falcons added to their quarterback room with their top selection, despite having signed Kirk Cousins in free agency last month. The latter was taken aback by the decision, one which he became aware of while Atlanta was on the clock. Cousins is in place as the starter for … [Read more...] about QB Draft Notes: Penix, Daniels, Nix, Raiders
Falcons Acquire No. 35 From Cardinals
After a stunning start (per Kirk Cousins, at least) to Round 1, the Falcons are moving up the board to open Round 2. They are acquiring No. 35 from the Cardinals. Atlanta will pick up Nos. 35 and 186, while Arizona will add Nos. 43 and 79. The Falcons used the pick on Clemson de Born Oghenerukevwe Orhorhoro, Ruke spent five years at Clemson, but he didn’t start for the Tigers … [Read more...] about Falcons Acquire No. 35 From Cardinals