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Atlanta Falcons News: Best player available or draft for need?

By Freddie Boston

Feb 25, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 25, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff speaks to the media during the 2016 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports /
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Good morning, Falcons fans. I hope you all had a great Easter and are ready to talk some more Falcons football this morning. There’s a fun mock draft to kick us off this morning with a lot of trades flying around. And The Falcoholic’s Dave Choate takes a look at Calvin Johnson’s retirement and what this could mean for Julio Jones.

As you sip your coffee this fine Monday morning, check out these articles.

2016 two-round mock draft featuring trades — Aaron Freeman of FalcFans.com

This is an interesting mock draft by Aaron Freeman, and it features a lot of trades. The Falcons are involved on the trade market in a move that would make a lot of sense in my opinion. Check it out and see how the mock unfolds.

Should Calvin Johnson’s retirement give us pause about Julio Jones? — Dave Choate of The Falcoholic

This is a very interesting topic. After Calvin Johnson’s early retirement at just 30-years-old — and with a number of talented player leaving the game early — is there a reason to be worried about Julio Jones’ longevity? Jones is 27-years-old and takes a lot of punishment due to the nature of the offense, targeting him a large number of times. Do the Falcons need to ease the pressure from Jones, who had a significant foot injury let”s not forget, to prolong his career?

Next: Draft options for Falcons at linebacker

Will the Falcons approach the draft with a needs-based strategy? — Dave Choate of The Falcoholic

To me, taking the best player available should always be the most important thing when drafting. However, I can understand the Falcons’ tough spot they are in. With just five picks and a number of needs, they may well end up picking for need. Which approach will they take this year?

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