I know, I know, it’s only eight games into the year. The bye week still provides us with an excellent time to take a deep breath and consider what’s really ahead and at stake before eight more games wash over us.
We’re months away from knowing what the Falcons are going to do with this group, but again, it’s worth considering what they might do given the profound implications for the 2020 season. It may be a rebuilding year, but it’s unlikely to be a complete teardown.
Here’s an early look at who the Falcons must re-sign, who they probably should re-sign if they have the cash, and who they’ll probably let walk.