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This is a 2021 photo of Frank Darby of the Atlanta Falcons NFL football team. This image reflects the Atlanta Falcons active roster as of May 12, 2021 when this image was taken. (AP Photo)

Frank Darby

WR

#88

Experience: 3 years

Height: 6-1

Age: 27

Weight: 200 lbs

College: Arizona State

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Biography

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Darby played 40 career games at Arizona State, totaling 67 receptions for 1,317 yards and 13 touchdowns.
In 2020, Darby posted six receptions for 46 yards and one touchdown in three games as he was limited due to injury.
Is the third consecutive Sun Devil receiver to be drafted (N'Keal Harry and Brandon Aiyuk both first-round picks).

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