In Dan Kadar’s latest mock draft for SB Nation, the Falcons justifiably focus their attention on the trenches. The players they wind up with will rank as a surprise for some and a disappointment for others, but Kadar’s heart is in the right place and his picks make sense when you consider the context in which they occur.
Given that, let’s dive in.
14. Atlanta Falcons: Christian Wilkins, DT, Clemson
Offseason needs: Defensive tackle, cornerback, tight end
Maybe it’s getting a little boring to send defensive tackles to Atlanta in mock drafts, but this explains why the line needs some work.