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Atlanta Falcons: Full seven-round 2021 NFL Mock Draft 2.0

By Andrew Boardwine

Nov 7, 2020; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Clemson Tigers running back Travis Etienne (9) runs the ball as Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Kurt Hinish (41) attempts to tackle in the first quarter at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 7, 2020; South Bend, Indiana, USA; Clemson Tigers running back Travis Etienne (9) runs the ball as Notre Dame Fighting Irish defensive lineman Kurt Hinish (41) attempts to tackle in the first quarter at Notre Dame Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports /
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Full Atlanta Falcons seven-round 2021 NFL Mock Draft 2.0

The Atlanta Falcons are going to be on the clock in just a little over a month and there is plenty of intrigue surrounding what they’ll do with that No. 4 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft.

But what about after the No. 4 pick?

The Falcons possess a draft pick in each of the first six rounds and there’s a belief that they might wok to try and garner a pick or two more before it’s all said and done.

Today, let’s talk a look at how the Falcons’ draft might play out. To do the full seven-round draft, we are using The Draft Network’s Mock Draft Machine.

Here’s a look at my second seven-round 2021 NFL Mock Draft for the Atlanta Falcons.

The Falcons will likely be awarded two compensatory picks this month, but for this draft now we’re just using the six picks currently given to them.

Round 1, No. 4 overall: QB Trey Lance (North Dakota State) 

We took a defensive player in our first mock draft, so we wanted to have some fun and take a QB here. Trey Lance has a bright future and is considered by many to be the third-best QB in this draft.

Round 2, No. 35 overall: RB Travis Etienne (Clemson)

You can’t pass on Travis Etienne in the second-round, can you? There are some other talented running backs later in the draft, but he stands out far too much to miss out if he’s still available at No. 35 overall.

Round 3, No. 68 overall: DE Carlos Basham Jr. (Wake Forest)

Carlos Basham Jr. is a talented edge-rusher who, I believe, would be able to come in and start immediately. He created havoc at Wake Forest and would be much higher in this draft class had he played elsewhere.

Round 4, No. 99 overall: S Ar’Darius Washington (TCU)

Ar’Darius Washington shows great athleticism and the ability to play the position. Would be a good depth piece with potential to become a starter before it’s all said and done.

Round 5, No. 132 overall: IDL Marvin Wilson (Florida State)

Marvin Wilson has had his issues at Florida State, but it would be tough to overlook his raw power and skill in the fifth round. He has the ability to be a breakout player and the Falcons absolutely could use another interior defensive lineman.

Round 6, No. 163 overall: CB Bryce Thompson (Tennessee) 

Bryce Thompson showed flashes of greatness at Tennessee and he could develop into a starter-caliber corner. It’s no guarantee and there’s a low floor with him, but as far sixth-rounders go, he’s not a bad pickup.

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We’ll be continuing to break down the NFL Draft in every facet here on Blogging Dirty as we’re just a little more than a month out from the big even currently. Make sure you check back here for the latest updates and complete analysis.