How big of a role will the Atlanta Falcons rookies play in 2026? Here's what to expect from their six draft picks and some of their top undrafted free agents.

Here’s a deeper look at the Falcons’ tight ends before players arrive for training camp July 28 in Flowery Branch, Georgia.

Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts, who took up golf in 2021, hosts an annual charity golf tournament. He signed a contract extension with Atlanta in late June.

This is the third story in a nine-part series previewing the Falcons’ position groups leading into training camp.

Five players who could break through for the Atlanta Falcons in 2026 include Jalon Walker, Jahan Dotson, Zach Harrison, Maason Smith and Xavier Watts.

The Falcons' running back room returns star Bijan Robinson and adds free agent Brian Robinson Jr. Since 2022, Atlanta hasn't finished worse than 10th in rushing.

Falcons quarterbacks Tua Tagovailoa and Michael Penix Jr. both view the starting job as up for grabs, while coaches stress footwork and accuracy.

Falcons outside linebacker Bralen Trice, who missed his first two NFL seasons with knee injuries, is poised to compete for a roster spot when training camp starts July 29.

Zaccheaus, back with Atlanta and entering his eighth season as an NFL receiver, is different from his last stint.

The Atlanta Falcons anticipate second-year safety Xavier Watts, who was fourth in the 2025 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year voting, will take another step forward in 2026.