FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons first-round pick Keanu Neal's contract likely will be worth more than $10 million.

Defensive end Arik Armstead was drafted 17th overall by the San Francisco 49ers last year, and he signed a four-year, $9.84 million deal, with a $5.42 million signing bonus.

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Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins attempts a pass during overtime against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. In three appearances this season, Cousins has completed 32 of 52 attempts for 250 yards, with no touchdowns or interceptions. (Miguel Martinez/AJC)

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Travelers wait in Concourse F, the international terminal, at Hartsfield-Jackson airport in Atlanta on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. (Arvin Temkar / AJC)

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