The Atlanta Falcons enter this offseason needing to improve their pass rush, which ranked second-to-last in the NFL with 31 sacks this past season. It's a similar problem the Falcons have faced in several off-season's over the past two decades -- but perhaps this time,

The Falcons have surrounded themselves with offensive skill position players since 2021. But PFF's mock simulator presents a different take.

In retrospect, Jimmy Lake's defense didn’t do any of the Falcons’ defenders any favors, and you could start to see the lack of buy-in. Outside of injury, this remains the biggest reason why the Falcons struggled down the stretch.

It’s been five years since the Falcons last drafted a defensive player in the first round but that’s likely to change in 2025. With needs at cornerback, linebacker, safety and possibly defensive tackle, most of the top defensive prospects should be on the table for general manager Terry Fontenot.

The NFL offseason is all fun and games when there's salary cap space available. However, tough decisions need to be made when money gets tight. Teams routinely cut star players while they're still productive due to financial reasons.

Pro Football Focus' Jordan Plocher predicted the Atlanta Falcons to draft a playmaking edge rusher at No. 15 overall in the first round of the 2025 NFL draft.