Atlanta Falcons News: Breaking down Mohamed Sanu’s role on offense

Nov 5, 2015; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) scores a touchdown on a pass from quarterback Andy Dalton (not pictured) in the second half against the Cleveland Browns at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals won 31-10. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 5, 2015; Cincinnati, OH, USA; Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) scores a touchdown on a pass from quarterback Andy Dalton (not pictured) in the second half against the Cleveland Browns at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals won 31-10. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Doster-USA TODAY Sports /
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In today’s Dirty Bird Daily, there is an in-depth look at the Atlanta Falcons wide receiver situation. Also, do the Falcons have their best backfield since 2011?

Good morning, Falcons fans. We’re under 15 weeks away from the start of the season. That sounds good to me.

As ever, there’s plenty of great Falcons content ready for you to kickoff your week. As you sit down with your morning coffee, enjoy these articles from around the internet.

Atlanta Falcons takeaways from last week — Aaron Freeman of FalcFans.com

Aaron Freeman’s weekly takeaways post is always a fun read. Freeman looks at Mohamed Sanu and Justin Hardy, who both shine in the slot, and also projects how Sanu can fill the void Leonard Hankerson left. The focus is all on the wide receivers this week, and ever it’s a great read.

Falcons should have their best ground game since 2011 — Dave Choate of The Falcoholic

Between Devonta Freeman and Tevin Coleman, the Falcons could have their best rushing attack since 2011. Freeman showed just how good he can be last season, and Coleman offered flashes of his potential but struggled to keep hold of the football and stay healthy. If he gets that fixed, look out.

Atlanta Falcons: A look at the 2016 schedule — Kathryn Morris of ATL All Day

There’s no denying the Falcons’ schedule is not a happy sight for fans, but which games should they be looking at as winnable, and which are the toughest? Kathryn Morris gives some insight into the 16 games that lay ahead for the Falcons.

Morris’ energetic style welcomed by Falcons receivers — Kelsey Conway of AtlantaFalcons.com

New Falcons wide receivers coach Raheem Morris has been welcomed by the wideouts. Eric Weems described him as energetic and likes to have fun while working the receivers hard. Hopefully his influence on the pass catchers will lead to better production in 2016.

Next: Atlanta Falcons: Five hardest games of 2016 season

Projecting the Falcons 2016 offense: Austin Hooper — The DW of The Falcoholic

How will Austin Hooper perform as a rookie? The DW of The Falcoholic looks into the crystal ball and gives his predictions for the tight end’s first year in Atlanta.