Atlanta Falcons News: Falcons preparing for free agency

Good morning, Falcons fans. Welcome to the Dirty Bird Daily. As you sip your coffee this Sunday morning, enjoy these articles from around the Atlanta Falcons blogosphere.

Falcons preparing for effective free agency period — AtlantaFalcons.com

To say this offseason is huge for the Falcons would be an understatement. With just five draft picks, making some smart decisions in free agency will be key. Dan Quinn is confident the team can add the right pieces on the open market, starting in just a few days on March 9.

Potential Falcons target: Tamba Hali’s contract voided — Matthew Chambers of The Falcoholic

The Falcons need to improve their pass rush, and an option could be Tamba Hali, whose contract has been voided in Kansas City. Could the 32-year-old be on Atlanta’s radar? Age is an issue, but the Falcons need playmakers.

Picking one free agent Falcons should sign — ESPN

The ESPN writers were asked which free agent the team they cover should sign. Vaughn McClure picked inside linebacker Danny Trevathan for the Falcons. The Broncos star could be on his way out of Denver as his price tag could far exceed what they can afford. Maybe it’ll be too much for Atlanta, too, but there’s no doubting the impact he would make to the heart of the Falcons’ defense.

Falcons Pro Day roundup — Aaron Freeman of FalcFans.com

I’m a big fan of Aaron Freeman’s work, and he’s rounded up the latest Falcons news from this week’s Pro Days. One of those was the University of Kentucky pro day, which saw 31 NFL teams represented.

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What we will remember best about Roddy White — The Falcoholic

The Falcoholic staff have come together and said what they will remember best about Roddy White’s 11-year career in Atlanta. There are some great memories in here and is well worth checking out.