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Falcons Revamp Pass Rush with Bold Draft Picks

4/25/2025

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The Atlanta Falcons made a bold move in the 2025 NFL Draft, snagging edge rusher Jalon Walker from Georgia at 15th overall. They didn’t stop there, trading up to 26 to secure Tennessee's James Pearce Jr. Both players are set to revitalize a faltering pass rush, as GM Terry Fontenot focuses on strategic roster improvements.

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The Atlanta Falcons made a bold move in the 2025 NFL Draft, snagging edge rusher Jalon Walker from Georgia at 15th overall. They didn’t stop there, trading up to 26 to secure Tennessee's James Pearce Jr. Both players are set to revitalize a faltering pass rush, as GM Terry Fontenot focuses on strategic roster improvements.