The Falcons clearly perceive cornerback as a position they needed to address. They’ve expended two second round picks into the position under Dan Quinn, and while Jalen Collins flamed out thanks to off-field issues, 2018 selection Isaiah Oliver is a probable starter. Then the Falcons went ahead and sunk two Day 3 picks into the position this year, giving them seven-plus options for 4-5 roster spots.
For all that attention, ESPN still thinks cornerback is the biggest hole on this Falcons roster.
The Falcons came into the offseason with two major goals: plug glaring holes in the defensive front seven and rebuild their offensive line.