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The Atlanta Falcons have a new head coach and new expectations. After three consecutive 7-10 seasons, Raheem Morris will be expected to do big things with this young and talented roster. They were 26th in scoring offense in 2023 and 22nd in passing yards. Quarterback is the biggest issue for the team right now. The defense showed promise last year but still needs to add a couple of pieces to get to the next level. 31-year-old defensive lineman Grady Jarrett could be a cap casualty unless he restructures his contract which counts for $20.4 million against the cap in 2024. Jonnu Smith will also likely be cut. AJ Terrell and Kyle Pitts are in the last years of their deals, so they will need extensions, or a succession plan needs to be drafted for both players. The team is slated to lose three defensive ends in free agency as well. The team could fill holes in free agency as well as make trades to get players they need, but this mock draft is being done with the current roster only in mind, and there will be no trades up or down. The Falcons will pick at 8, 43, 74, 109, 145, 189, 201, and 244.