Check out all of the AJC’s Falcons preseason position previews
After the draft and free agency, the Falcons are preparing to report for training camp July 23 at their facility in Flowery Branch.
All eyes will be on quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and running back Bijan Robinson, plus the team’s additions on defense, with rookies Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr.
AJC Falcons beat writer D. Orlando Ledbetter breaks down each position ahead of the opening of training camp, the preseason opener Aug. 8 and the regular-season debut Sept. 7.
Here’s a breakdown of each position preview:
Quarterbacks: Michael Penix Jr. ready to take the reins
Running backs: With Robinson and Allgeier, do Falcons have one of league’s best backfields?
Offensive line: Chris Lindstrom heads up rugged O-line, a strength of the team
Wide receivers/tight ends: Falcons hoping to unlock the various skills of Kyle Pitts
Defensive line: Falcons D-line plans to throw haymakers ‘like Mike Tyson’
Inside/outside linebackers: Can rookies Jalon Walker, James Pearce Jr. improve Falcons’ dormant pass rush?
Secondary: Falcons secondary play will require heart, mind and fists
Special teams: Falcons’ Koo faces competition after 2024 regression
About the Author
Honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame in recognition of his "long and distinguished reporting in the field of pro football," D. Orlando Ledbetter, Esq. has covered the NFL 28 seasons. A graduate of Howard University, he's a winner of Georgia Sportswriter of the Year and three Associated Press Sports Editor awards.
