10 Veteran free agents the Atlanta Falcons should consider signing after draft week
By Nick Halden
5. Randall Cobb
Atlanta's options at receiver are so limited at this point in the off-season that they will have to consider every option even those clearly on the wrong side of their career. Cobb has been a consistent veteran target in a lesser role over the past four seasons.
Cobb isn't the typical receiver that Arthur Smith targets but could be a great option from the slot with Kyle Pitts, Mack Hollins, and Drake London as the primary targets. Cobb would be an interesting change-of-pace option for a team that clearly has prioritized speed and blocking at the receiver position. If Cobb doesn't follow Rodgers to New York perhaps the veteran could find a fit in Atlanta with a young offense that could use reliable veteran depth.
6. Rashaan Evans
The only question with this move is if Evans is willing to accept a lesser role on a team that he led in tackles. Atlanta has clearly moved on from Evans as a starter with Jerry Gray and Ryan Nielsen looking to take this team in a different direction.
Still, if Evans is unable to find a starting role elsewhere the familiarity with Atlanta and Arthur Smith could lead to the veteran accepting a cheap deal as a reliable depth option. Despite the solid season, it seems Evans' options are limited and could lead to a reunion in Atlanta.