Atlanta Falcons News: Takeaways from Dan Quinn pre-draft presser

Happy Saturday, Falcons fans. This time next week we’ll be sitting here looking ahead at the final day of the draft and recapping on how the Falcons were able to land Joey Bosa, Laremy Tunsil and Su’a Cravens over the first two days. Or maybe that’s wishful thinking, but we can dream.

The draft buildup continues today here at Blogging Dirty with the third round of our community mock draft, and there’s also plenty to read at the start of your day right here in the Dirty Bird Daily. Star cornerback Desmond Trufant will be sticking around for a fifth year, which is good news.

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

Falcons pick up fifth-year option on Pro Bowl corner Desmond Trufant — Vaughn McClure of ESPN

In news that will come as no surprise to anyone, the Falcons have picked up the fifth-year option on cornerback Desmond Trufant. What’s great with first-round draft choices is the ability to keep them in town for five years before their rookie deal expires. The Falcons get that luxury with one of the best cornerbacks in the game.

Six things to know from Dan Quinn presser — Andrew Hirsh of AtlantaFalcons.com

Coaches don’t tend to reveal much in their pre-draft press conference for obvious reasons, but there are some interesting nuggets take from Dan Quinn and Thomas Dimitroff’s presser earlier this week. They are open to trading back which is good to hear. With just five picks in the draft, this would make a ton of sense.

Next: Falcons focus on defense in latest mock draft

Former Ohio State TE Nick Vannett really likes the Falcons — Jeanna Thomas of The Falcoholic

The Falcons certainly appear to have interest in a tight end, and Nick Vannett believes they could make a move for him. Vannett is arguably the most all-around tight end in the class and could be available in the third or fourth round for Atlanta. How would you feel about landing him on day two or three?