2023 Season Recap
Record: 7-10
Points for: 321
Points against: 373
Off-season Roster Recap
Added:
Qb Kirk Cousins, Wr Rondale Moore, Wr Darnell Mooney, Wr Ray-Ray McCloud, Te Charlie Woerner, OL Storm Norton, DL Kentavious Street, DT Eddie Goldman, Cb Antonio Hamilton, Cb Kevin King
Lost:
Qb Desmond Ridder, Rb Cordarrelle Patterson, Wr Van Jefferson, Wr Scotty Miller, Wr Mack Hollins, Te Johnu Smith, Te Mycole Pruitt, C Matt Hennessy, IDL Calais Campbell, De Bud Dupree, Cb Jeff Okudah
Draft Recap Offense
(8) Qb Michael Penix Jr. , (186) Rb Jase McClellan, (187) Wr Casey Washington
Draft Recap Defense
(35) Dt Ruke Orhorhoro, (74) Olb Braelon Trice, (109) Dt Brandon Dorlus, (143) Lb JD Bertrand (197) Dt Zion Logue
2024 Outlook
Overview
Atlanta and their fans were able to breathe a sigh of relief early in the off season when owner Arthur Blank made the decision to fire Arthur Smith and replace him with the familiar face of Raheem Morris. A new Qb under center is also allowing for some fresh hope in way of Kirk Cousins.
Passing
The Falcons look to have some stability at the Qb position for the first time since Matt Ryan left town. Kirk Cousins will be a big upgrade over the likes of Desmond Ridder, Taylor Hienike, and Marcus Mariota. The promise of continued success at the position is placed at the feet of rookie Michael Penix Jr, who will get the benefit of watching Cousins for a few years.
Rushing
Bijan Robinson….. Not much more needs to be said here. Without Arthur Smith and his gimmicky play calling Robinsons number should only go up from his stellar rookie season. Third year man Tyler Allgeier will have the task of giving Bijan rest. Rookie Jase McClellan doesnt look to be a factor this season.
Receiving
Drake London and Kyle Pitts owners will be rejoicing at the fact that these two weapons will finally have a Qb that can get them the ball. The rest of the receiving room looks to be wide open with new additions in Darnell Mooney, Rondale Moore, and rookie Casey Washington looking to slot in for the chance to be the third option.
Defense
The defense will be anchored by DT Grady Jarrett, CB AJ Terrell, and S Jesse Bates again this season. There was a lot of turnover on this side of the ball for the Falcons. New Defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake will be tasked with trying to get the rookies up to speed quick to fill holes on this side of the ball. The defense looks to be the continued weak link of the Atlanta Falcons.
Fantasy Impact
As long as Kirk Cousins is healthy, the falcons skill positions players should see upticks in their respective fantasy stock. This year feels like a make or break year for tight end Kyle Pitts. New Offensive coordinator Zac Robinson has said Pitts will be both a tight end and wide receiver this year. Bijan Robinson looks to be a top 10 running back again this season.
Schedule
Week 1 Vs Pittsburgh
Week 2 @ Philadelphia
Week 3 Vs Kansas City
Week 4 Vs New Orleans
Week 5 Vs Tampa Bay
Week 6 @ Carolina
Week 7 Vs Seattle
Week 8 @ Tampa Bay
Week 9 Vs Dallas
Week 10 @ New Orleans
Week 11 @ Denver
Week 12 BYE
Week 13 Vs Los Angeles Chargers
Week 14 @ Minnesota
Week 15 @ Las Vegas
Week 16 Vs New York Giants
Week 17 @ Washington
Week 18 Vs Carolina
Strength of schedule: .453 (T-31st)
Draftkings Projected wins- 9.5
#beefin’s projection- 10 wins, 7 loses
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