Atlanta Falcons News: Leonard Floyd to visit Atlanta Falcons on Friday

Oct 4, 2014; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) reacts with linebacker Amarlo Herrera (52) after a sack against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Vanderbilt 44-17. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 4, 2014; Athens, GA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Leonard Floyd (84) reacts with linebacker Amarlo Herrera (52) after a sack against the Vanderbilt Commodores during the first half at Sanford Stadium. Georgia defeated Vanderbilt 44-17. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /
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It’s Friday, Falcons fans! Not only that, we are now just 20 days away from the 2016 NFL Draft. The draft preparation is almost over for all 32 teams who at this stage will have a strong grasp on who they like and want to target on draft day.

As you sip your morning coffee this fine fine fine Friday, enjoy these articles from the world of the Atlanta Falcons.

Scouting Deion Jones: The Value Placed on Speed — Charles R. McDonald of The Falcoholic

How would Deion Jones fit in Atlanta? Charles R. McDonald has put together a scouting report for the LSU linebacker. If you want speed, you don’t have to look any further than Jones. Dan Quinn wants his team to be ‘fast and physical’, and Jones certainly fits the bill.

Quinn: Coleman must ‘prove he can be available’ — D. Orlando Ledbetter of AJC.com

Dan Quinn spoke about Tevin Coleman’s grit, but said in year two he needs to ‘prove he can be available’. After dealing with a hamstring injury in training camp, a ribs injury and then a concussion later in the year, his best ability might be availability moving forward. Coleman has the potential to shine behind Devonta Freeman, but first he must stay on the field.

Leonard Floyd to visit Falcons — D. Orlando Ledbetter of AJC.com

A potential target for the Falcons in the 2016 NFL Draft is edge rusher Leonard Floyd. Floyd is scheduled to visit with the Falcons who want to get a closer look of the Georgia product. He will be visiting with Atlanta today.

Next: Latest Falcons seven-round mock draft

Falcons preseason schedule set — Aaron Freeman of FalcFans.com

The Falcons now know the teams they will face in the preseason this August. Atlanta will meet Washington, Jacksonville, Cleveland and Miami in the exhibition games. It won’t be long now until the regular season schedule is released. It’s going to be interesting to see how the tricky road trips are scheduled.