Almost all the experts were projecting Dallas Turner to Falcons... So, it's funny Falcons took away Kirk from Vikings and gifted back Turner as well.
I think Falcons have made good moves in free agency, picking an elite defensive player might help theoretically, but trust me, nothing will help Kirk unless he does his part in big plays, big games, big downs (sort of like the saying "God helps those who helps themselves") - that's exactly why elite QB money is thrown around, not to ask for a great all-around team surrounding him.
And Kirk keeps getting Elite money without coming close to the production (not fantasy stats production).
I think Falcons are looking tightly at the big picture, building a team for the future, looking two years ahead. We know Kirk's contract can be set aside in a couple of years, while eating tens of millions of dead cap hit and by the time they may be looking to complete the roster build.
I don't disagree. They like the interior line depth of this draft. Maybe a 3rd or 4th round pick there.
When you look at the last two drafts, the only defensive pick was JuJu at corner last year. There was 5 offensive picks at the top of both 22 and 23 drafts. Pierce, Woods, Raismann, Richardson, Downs. Could easily be a top heavy defensive draft.
The only negative about Latu is his past injury. He is one of the best edge rushers, but how will that stand in the NFL? OTOH, Ballard must have considered everything and decided that the reward outplays the risk. They wouldn't have gotten him if they had any doubts.
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