FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. – Today’s Early Bird Report includes the unique inspiration for the Falcons’ first-round draft pick as well as takeaways from the AFC’s comeback win in the Pro Bowl.
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Throughout his rookie season, Falcons pass-rusher Takkarist McKinley developed into a steady contributor for the defense. The first-round draft pick finished the 2017 season with six sacks, one shy of the franchise rookie record, and he appears to have a bright future ahead of him on a surging, young defense.