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Hall of Famer Deion Sanders headlines best draft picks for Atlanta Falcons

The Atlanta Falcons have drafted 585 players since entering the NFL in 1966. Here's a look at their best draft picks by position.

OFFENSE

Quarterback: Matt Ryan, first round, 2008, Boston College. Ryan, the third overall pick, was known for his accuracy and didn't disappoint as he made an immediate impact in the league and eventually evolved into an MVP. He holds 20 franchise records. Michael Vick might go down as the franchise’s most exciting QB, but Vick never made it to a Super Bowl and wasn’t known for his passing.