There have been rumours that the Atlanta Falcons will enhance the quarterback situation with the eighth overall choice in the 2024 NFL Draft, despite having two players under contract with them.
This appears plausible as part of their rebuilding process under new management, since recently appointed offensive coordinator Zac Robinson stated in his introductory press conference that “all options are on the table.”
“Whether it’s a pocket guy, or a guy who can move around a little bit, we’re just looking for the best guy we can find,” Robinson told ESPN on Wednesday. “We certainly know the men that are here; we’re analyzing everyone, including Taylor (Heinicke) and Desmond (Ridder). Every option is on the table.
Robinson and incoming head coach Raheem Morris are inheriting a strong offensive core, including Kyle Pitts, Bijan Robinson, and Drake London, so finding the appropriate signal-caller is critical to realizing their full potential.
Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback plays in 2023.
Three different quarterbacks started for the Atlanta Falcons in 2023. Desmond Ridder started 13 games, Taylor Heinicke started the remaining four, and Logan Woodside played only a few snaps in their last regular-season game.
Ridder finished with 3,544 passing yards, 14 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, for a 64.2 percent completion percentage. The Atlanta Falcons went 6-7 during his leadership.
Heinicke, on the other hand, was 1-3 in his four starts. He finished with 890 passing yards, five touchdowns, and four interceptions, for a completion percentage of 54.4.
Last but not least, Logan Woodside recorded 27 passing yards and one interception against the New Orleans Saints. He’ll be an unrestricted free agent this summer.
What are the Atlanta Falcons’ choices in the 2024 NFL draft?
By the time the Atlanta Falcons get to use their eighth overall pick, the three best quarterback prospects (Caleb Williama,Jayden Daniels, and Drake Maye) will most likely be off the board, and the only way to get either of them is to trade up, using either Desmond Ridder or Taylor Heinicke as trade chips.
Another option for them is to sit back and choose Michael Penix Jr., Bo Nix, or JJ McCarthy, which is something to consider.
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