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Atlanta Falcons News: Breaking down the cornerback situation

By Freddie Boston

Dec 20, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jalen Collins (32) works out prior to the game at EverBank Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Jalen Collins (32) works out prior to the game at EverBank Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Happy Tuesday, Falcons fans. We are now just 16 days away from the 2016 NFL Draft, and Mike Mayock has released his latest board. It’s interesting to get a feel for what players might fall where and how this could affect the Falcons’ draft.

Let’s just not pin too many hopes onto the fourth round, as Thomas Dimitroff’s history with this pick isn’t too exciting. That and more is featured in today’s Dirty Bird Daily. As you sip your coffee this morning, enjoy these articles from the world of the Atlanta Falcons.

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

This week, Aaron Freeman breaks down the Falcons’ cornerback issue following Jalen Collins’ four-game suspension. He lists some potential free agents who could fill in short-term for the Falcons while Collins sits, and also looks at the futures of Desmond Trufant and Robert Alford who are due for new contracts soon. Here’s hoping Collins can raise his level of play when he returns to the field and become the player Dan Quinn expected.

DL Sheldon Rankins moves up in Mayock’s rankings — Andrew Hirsh of AtlantaFalcons.com

Now we are just over two weeks away from the 2016 NFL Draft, we’re beginning to see analysts’ final draft boards. NFL.com’s Mike Mayock has released his more recent board, which has seen Sheldon Rankins rise to No. 2 among interior defenders. Could he tempt the Falcons at No. 17 if he’s there? Another name to watch is safety Keanu Neal, who will potentially be there for Atlanta in the second.

Thomas Dimitroff’s Draft Success by Round: Fourth round follies — Dave Choate of The Falcoholic

Thomas Dimitroff has been surprisingly good when picking players in the first round, but the same can’t be said of the fourth round. Devonta Freeman was of course a hit two years ago and we haven’t had the right amount of time to judge Justin Hardy, but looking through the history books isn’t a particularly fun endeavor.

More falcons: Latest Falcons seven-round mock draft

And finally: Falcons show more interest in tight end

The Falcons seem to have a keen eye on the tight ends in this year’s class, perhaps a sign they will look to land one of the prospects later this month. Maybe there is a view to trade back in the draft. At this stage, your guess is as good as mine.

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