A closer look at the positions the Atlanta Falcons could target at the NFL combine in Indianapolis:
Positions of need: The Falcons need help on the offensive and defensive lines along with more speed at linebacker and a receiver to alleviate some of the pressure on top target Julio Jones. With coach Dan Quinn being a defensive line guru, it wouldn't be a surprise to see Atlanta think defensive line with the No. 17 pick. Linebacker probably would take precedence over a wide receiver in the first-round pecking order behind defensive line because a playmaking linebacker has to earn strong consideration as the first priority after the release of Justin Durant.