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It’s hard to know how much of this is speculation vs. inside information, but Schrager is one of the more plugged-in guys around the league. Cousins is seemingly still available for trade, but the Falcons are in no rush to push the veteran quarterback out the door. Whether or not a trade could emerge between the Falcons and Steelers likely hinges on Aaron Rodgers and his decision on playing for the Steelers in 2025. Cousins will be 37 at the start of this season and lost his starting job to Michael Penix Jr. late last year. While he would be an immediate upgrade over what is arguably the worst quarterback room in the league, Cousins going to the Steelers would do more to stabilize the offense’s floor in 2025 than raise its ceiling. Cousins threw for 3508-18-16 in 14 games last season and had an abysmal five-game stretch in which he threw just one touchdown to nine interceptions, which ultimately led to his benching.

“Year 2 of the system. Year 2 of understanding what we’re trying to do offensively. All those things that come with it, so expecting a lot of good things from Kyle,” Robinson continued, presumably while trying to sell the people who asked him this question a bridge. The good news for those who would want to buy in on Pitts is, like the Spanish Inquisition, nobody is expecting a Pitts breakout year in his fifth season. He’s now a freeroll. But it’s hard to believe he’ll do any better than low-end TE1 duty this year.

Dwelley entered the NFL as a 2018 UDFA with the 49ers and spent six seasons there before completing a one-off campaign with the 2024 Falcons. Dwelley has failed to earn more than five targets in a single season, dating back to 2020. He can be safely expected to settle in as a rotational blocker in his age-30 season.

London, who will turn 24 in July, is locked up for the 2026 season. London has been superb through his first three NFL seasons: Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase were the only other two wideouts to average more than 12 yards per catch on 100 receptions in 2024. London was third in receiving yards and seventh in receptions last season, quickly becoming a target hog with Michael Penix under center for Atlanta. London should be viewed as a top-five fantasy receiver going into 2025.

Biggs said the 25-year-old undrafted free agent out of San Jose State, who led all college receivers in catches, yards, and touchdowns in 2024, could make an impact in offseason workouts and training camp and find his way into a role in the Atlanta offense. “With time,” Biggs said, “you can see Nash work his way into the rotation, earning his keep on special teams and four/five receiver sets.” Nash’s lack of explosiveness and long speed will be tough to overcome, but precise route running and sure hands for the QB-turned-wideout could earn Nash a roster spot this summer. For now, Drake London, Ray-Ray McCloud, and Darnell Mooney sit atop the Atlanta receiver depth chart.

One day after the 2025 NFL Draft concluded, NFL media reported en masse that Ulbrich’s son, Jax, was involved in the prank call made to Sanders during the former Colorado quarterback’s draft-day(s) slide. The Falcons organization then released a public statement, sending “sincere apologies” to the entire Sanders family. For those concerned that the father might be punished for the sins of the son, the Falcons let it be known that the organization “will not take any action against their defensive coordinator.” Schefter adds that the Falcons “are continuing to review their protocols to make sure something like this doesn’t happen again.” We believe it is safe to assume that all team-issued iPads will be safely locked with six-digit codes and/or facial recognition technology moving forward.

A rangy boundary safety with prototype measurables (6’4/218, 32.5-inch arms) and a 9.15 RAS, Verdon boasts elite size and enough athleticism to turn heads. Iowa State’s 4-2-5 scheme saw him thrive in zone-heavy duties, posting an 80.5 coverage grade and 73.0 overall PFF defensive mark in 2024. While the tools are enticing, consistency remains elusive. He tallied 76 tackles, 5 PBUs, and 2 interceptions across 11 starts, even while wearing a cast for part of the season. His long-striding frame covers ground well downhill, but loose anticipation and questionable pursuit angles contributed to a 13.2 percent missed tackle rate and kept him from being trusted in man. Still, his 52 stops over three seasons suggest he can fill an alley and disrupt screens with burst. Verdon is a traits-based project with four-down potential. If special teams become his launching pad, teams may find a low-hole defender worth developing.

Running a 4.65s 40-yard dash, Simon (6’4/239) was second-fastest among tight ends at the NFL Combine. He ranked No. 2 in both the broad jump and vertical jump, building out a formidable athletic profile. Simon spent four seasons at Western Kentucky, missing nearly all of his third with a knee injury. He transferred to South Carolina for two more seasons and caught 40 passes for 519 yards and seven touchdowns his final year. Simon’s smaller frame is not ideal for a tight end as a blocker, but he has the agility to be an impactful receiver. He profiles as a secondary pass-catching tight end at the next level. Though he won’t be a dominant blocker in the NFL, Simon’s athleticism gives him a chance at having an impact.

Bryant (6’0/180) is a tone-setting outside corner with four years of starting experience in Brian Borland’s zone-heavy scheme. A three-time First-Team All-Big 12 selection, Bryant tied Aqib Talib for the second-most career interceptions in Kansas history (13), showing off elite ball production, physicality, and a knack for momentum-shifting plays, returning four turnovers for scores in three different ways. His tape jumps with alpha energy and fearless run support, despite a wiry frame and average play strength. Bryant has plus instincts, closes quickly from zone, and isn’t afraid to chirp or throw his weight around (see his hit-stick fumble vs. BYU). However, his aggressiveness can burn him, biting on double moves and drawing flags in trail coverage. He’s a dogged competitor with functional speed (4.53), though limited twitch and recovery tools may confine him to off-man or nickel roles. Ideal fit for zone-based defenses seeking toughness, ball skills, and a little swagger on the boundary.