Don Deal: As a notable player, valued at $750 million, has agreed to sign a great contract with the Atlanta Falcons.
All season long, both fantasy football and NFL fans demanded it. And at last, their request was granted.
Arthur Smith is no more.
That implies that the Atlanta Falcons will have a new coaching staff, offense, and most likely a new quarterback in 2024. Fun moments ahead.
Bijan Robinson, Drake London, and Kyle Pitts are just a few of the team’s many young players, but beyond them, the depth chart is somewhat sparse.
Rich McKay, the president, and general manager Terry Fontenot still have a lot of work ahead of them this summer.
Raheem Morris has reportedly been appointed head coach of the Falcons. From the viewpoints of Falcons supporters and fantasy football players, let’s examine the team’s weapons heading into NFL free agency. Fantasy football is a year-round pastime because of dynasty leagues and early best ball, and the combine and 2024 NFL Draft are quickly approaching! Even if Bill Belichick isn’t the next head coach, that’s what he would ultimately desire.
The wage ceiling figures mentioned in this post are provided by our friends at Spotrac.com.
Falcons Quarterback Depth Chart in Fantasy Football
Desmond Ledder
Heinicke, Taylor
sprinting back
Robinson Bijan
Tyler Allegeier
Patterson Cordarelle
Broad Receiver
London Drake
Mack Hollins
Broad Receiver
Van Jefferson
Scotty Miller
Broad Receiver
Hodge, Khadarel
Close End
Pitts, Kyle
Smith Jonnu
Pruitt Mycole
Complete back
Keith Smith
White = free agent without limitations
Green indicates a safe role.
Yellow: Potentially dangerous role
Red = may be released or traded
AVERAGE SALARIES FOR 2024: around $225 million
AVERAGE 2024 CAP SPACE: about $25M
Quarterback Desmond Ridder of the Atlanta Falcons looks ahead to 2024 NFL Free Agency
Russell Wilson has been the best quarterback selected in the third round in the last forty years, statistically speaking. Matt Schaub has been the next best thing. Whoa. Ridder had a difficult start because the deck was stacked against him. Since he is still a rookie, he most likely sticks around as the backup quarterback, but the team is undoubtedly going to move on at quarterback, and Russell Wilson might be the choice. Although Wilson hasn’t officially been released by the Broncos yet, there are a lot of rumors going around.
Taylor Heinicke Heinicke had an opportunity to demonstrate why he might be this team’s quarterback in the future, but it didn’t go well. With just a $2 million dead cap, he may be released, so I wouldn’t be shocked to see him removed.
NFL QB FREE AGENCY TAKEN AWAY
This team will almost certainly address the position through the draft, trades, or free agency in one way or another. They have the eighth pick in the 2024 NFL draft, thus they might have to move up to acquire the player of their choice.
Potential free agent selections include Russell Wilson (not an FA at this time), Jameis Winston, Kirk Cousins, and Ryan Tannehill.
Robinson, Bijan, running back
Fans of the NFL, particularly those who participate in fantasy football, were hoping to see more of Bijan Robinson. And who could blame them—Bijan has demonstrated his electrifying potential. However, how much of him we see will depend on whether the next coach prefers to use a committee system or to allow one person go crazy.
Tyler Allegeier
Tyler Allgeier did his duty, even though it wasn’t the same as his in 2022. Bijan had no choice but to be the short-yardage plodder while working in space. He’s not going anywhere with a rookie contract that makes him a fifth-round pick.
Patterson Cordarelle
Although Patterson enjoyed his moment in the spotlight, it seems unlikely that he will be a feature again. Despite being one of the greatest kick returners in NFL history, he is 33 years old.
RB FREE AGENCY TAKEN BY FALCONS
With Bijan and Allgeier, the Falcons are positioned fairly well at the top. They might have a single adaptable player, such as Antonio Gibson or Kareem Hunt, who can cover for Bijan or Allgeier, or they might merely use a few lesser players who are also capable of playing on special teams to add depth. It is also possible to reach the later stages of the draft.
