Terry Fontenot said that finding a quarterback will be the Falcons’ top goal this summer and that they would make a determined effort to address the most obvious hole on the squad that has existed since he took over as general manager three years ago.
Yes, Steve, we will not close any doors. That’s our main objective for the upcoming offseason, you’re right,” the general manager of Atlanta said. “We will not obstruct trades, free agency, or the draft in any way. We’ll make sure to approach it with an open mind and persevere until the issue is resolved.
Trading up in the draft would be the Falcons’ most aggressive option to address their quarterback situation. Currently, the consensus is that the top three quarterback prospects—Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, and Drake Maye—will be selected in whichever order with the first three choices. But if, for whatever reason, any of the top three clubs in the draft decides not to proceed, Terry Fontenot and company may have a fantastic chance.
In a recent simulated deal, PFF acquired 2023 Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels for the Falcons by moving up with the Patriots for the third overall selection.
The Falcons’ most aggressive approach to improving their quarterback problem would be to trade up in the draft. There is already general agreement that the top three quarterback prospects—Drake Maye, Jayden Daniels, and Caleb Williams—will be chosen with the first three picks, whichever order they are chosen in. However, Terry Fontenot and company could have a great shot if any of the top three clubs in the selection decide not to move further for any reason.
In a recent mock draft, PFF moved up with the Patriots for the third overall pick in order to obtain 2023 Heisman Trophy winner Jayden Daniels for the Falcons.
