As the Atlanta Falcons aim to rebound from a challenging post-Matt Ryan era, they have implemented significant changes to their roster and coaching staff. The team, which has struggled in recent seasons, has made notable moves to rejuvenate their performance.
Although the Falcons were rumored to be interested in former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, they opted instead to hire Raheem Morris, the former defensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams. This unexpected choice came after the dismissal of Arthur Smith, who was let go following the end of the 2023 NFL season.
In addition to bringing Morris on board, the Falcons made a major upgrade by signing veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins during free agency. This acquisition is expected to provide a substantial boost to the team’s offensive capabilities.
With Cousins now leading the offense, Atlanta is poised to fully leverage their array of offensive talent. This includes wide receivers Drake London and Darnell Mooney, tight end Kyle Pitts, and running back Bijan Robinson.
However, the Falcons received unfortunate news recently when wide receiver Rondale Moore was carted off the field due to a knee injury, which has now been confirmed as season-ending, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network.
Despite this setback, the Falcons possess a wealth of offensive talent that should help them cope with Moore’s absence. If they can maintain the health of their key players throughout the 2024 season, Atlanta could emerge as a formidable contender in the NFC, potentially making a significant impact this year.