Is there a possibility that the Atlanta Falcons could draft Quinyon Mitchell with the 8th overall pick in the NFL Draft?
With the NFL Draft just around the corner, the Atlanta Falcons are facing one of their most pressing needs: cornerback. Holding the 8th overall pick, they have a range of options to consider, including Quinyon Mitchell, a cornerback from Toledo, who has surged up draft rankings in recent times.
“During the draft evaluation process, Mitchell has swiftly risen through the ranks. Initially a three-star prospect in high school, he spent all four of his college seasons at Toledo. Notably, he secured five interceptions during his junior year and earned recognition as a second-team All-American in his senior season,” reports The Athletic.
“Recently, Mitchell visited the Falcons for a top-30 meeting, indicating a level of interest from the team. At 22 years old, Mitchell concluded his college tenure with a total of six interceptions, with five occurring in 2022, along with defending 52 passes, showcasing his adeptness with interceptions.”
“After an impressive performance at the Senior Bowl, Mitchell continued to bolster his draft stock at the Combine, posting an impressive 4.33-second 40-yard dash, a 38-inch vertical jump, and a 10’2″ broad jump. Additionally, he displayed his strength with 20 reps on the bench press.”
“With his combination of size, speed, and skill, Mitchell emerges as a compelling first-round prospect for the Falcons, whether at the 8th overall pick or in a potential trade down.”
“At the annual league meetings on March 26, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris expressed confidence in the team’s cornerback group, particularly highlighting Terrell, along with Clark Phillips III, Dee Alford, and Mike Hughes. However, Morris hinted at the Falcons’ intention to infuse youth into the cornerback room during the upcoming season.”
“We’ll be adding more talent to that room, introducing some fresh faces. While cornerback remains an area of focus for us, the performance of our current players on tape has been encouraging,” Morris commented. “Although it’s a position of need, our cornerbacks displayed solid performances last season upon review of the game footage.”
