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Full mock draft: Atlanta Falcons snag top wide receiver

By Grayson Freestone

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Steele Chambers (22) and Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Cody Simon (30) tackle Michigan Wolverines running back Hassan Haskins (25) during the first quarter of their NCAA College football at Michigan Stadium at Ann Arbor, Mi on November 27, 2021.Osu21um Kwr 19
Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Steele Chambers (22) and Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Cody Simon (30) tackle Michigan Wolverines running back Hassan Haskins (25) during the first quarter of their NCAA College football at Michigan Stadium at Ann Arbor, Mi on November 27, 2021.Osu21um Kwr 19 /
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Dec 4, 2021; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama quarterback Bryce Young (9) reaches and and manages to recover his own fumble as he is tackle by Georgia defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95) during the SEC championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 4, 2021; Atlanta, GA, USA; Alabama quarterback Bryce Young (9) reaches and and manages to recover his own fumble as he is tackle by Georgia defensive lineman Devonte Wyatt (95) during the SEC championship game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-USA TODAY Sports /

*Trade*

Falcons get: picks 43, 115

Washington Football Team get: pick 41

Round 2, Pick 43: Myjai Sanders (EDGE) – Cincinnati

There is no question in anyone’s mind that the Falcons must find help along the defensive line. They arguably have the worst defensive line in the entire NFL, and that was obvious against the 49ers.

Myjai Sanders brings the length and explosion that the Falcons do not have. He is the type of player who will play until the whistle is blown and will never give up. He has the traits to become one of the dominant pass rushers in the NFL, which is what Atlanta so desperately needs right now.

Round 2, Pick 58: Nik Bonitto (EDGE) – Oklahoma

To repeat what was previously said, Atlanta needs all the help they can get on the defensive line, there is no denying that. If you are Terry Fontenot, why not double-dip on taking edge rushers? If they project into the scheme, then pull the trigger.

Nik Bonitto is a different player than Sanders, he may not have as high of an upside as Sanders as a pure pass rusher, but he can be one of the most versatile defenders out there. He is able to rush the passer and drop into coverage, which could be very beneficial if Foye Oloukun goes elsewhere.

Round 3, Pick 73: Devonte Wyatt (DT) – Georgia

Three straight picks have the Falcons taking defensive lineman to help turn that group around. This time they take an interior lineman from close to home.

Devonte Wyatt is among the many amazing Georgia defensive lineman, he is a big powerful player who will exclusively line up inside. He has the power to push the pocket on passing plays, so he does not just have an impact on run plays.

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