Falcons-Saints inactives: Freeman, McKinley out; Julio Jones active

Atlanta has their No. 8 overall pick in Michael Penix Jr., now the focus shifts to other positions, particularly those of need. 

The Falcons drafted a quarterback in the first round despite signing Kirk Cousins in free agency.

Michael Penix Jr. was confident he impressed the Falcons but didn't expect to be picked No. 8 overall until he heard the phone ring. 

Atlanta already has Kirk Cousins under contract for four years. Now, the team potentially has something Matt Ryan never had: a successor. 

Atlanta decides to use its first-round draft pick on former Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. 

The board is stacked. The hay is in the barn. Now comes the fun part.

As of now, the Falcons have eight picks in this year's draft, beginning with No. 8 overall. 

It's draft week, y'all. Here's one more mock draft to get you thinking. 

As it stands, the Falcons have eight picks in the 2024 NFL Draft, starting with No. 8 overall in the first round Thursday.

The 2024 NFL Draft starts Thursday, with the Falcons on the clock at No. 8 overall... as of now. 

In his pre-draft press conference, Atlanta general manager Terry Fontenot addressed questions about the Falcons' new quarterback. 

The Falcons owner reflected on Ryan's impact on the Falcons almost 16 years since the organization drafted the long-time quarterback.