New rumors suggest top draft prospect could land with the Falcons

Atlanta has been on the search for a new franchise pass rusher even since the departure of John Abraham.

In 2016 they thought they finally had one when Vic Beasley posted a league-leading 15.5 sacks, but in true Falcons fashion, he fizzled out quickly. Now the Falcons are in a position to possibly take one with their top pick and the latest buzz suggests they might end up with a top-tier prospect.

ESPN’s Todd McShay names the Falcons as the “parachute pick” for Kayvon Thibodeaux

In a recent article, Todd McShay went through the latest buzz for the top picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, and he had some really interesting things to say about the Atlanta Falcons:

"“I’ve also heard the Falcons’ eighth overall selection is likely the parachute pick for Thibodeaux. Some decision-makers around the NFL are under the impression that Atlanta will take the Oregon pass-rusher if he’s still there.”"

This is very telling as there is seriously a chance that Kayvon falls to the Falcons at eight and that could be extremely lucky for Atlanta.

Thibodeaux was once garnered as the sure number one pick in this year’s draft, but due to a step back in play during his final season at Oregon and some questions on his passion, he has become one of the biggest question marks in the draft when it comes to where he will be drafted.

However, there is no denying that he is extremely talented and could potentially become a dominant force in the NFL. He has all the physical traits you look for in an edge defender. Despite his question marks, the Falcons would be extremely fortunate to end up with him.

He would instantly become the best pass rusher in Atlanta and an unquestioned starter to start the season.

Hopefully, the teams in front of the Falcons question him enough to pass on him and he becomes a building block for Atlanta for years to come.