Round 3 (No. 78): OL Matt Hennessy – Temple
Analysis: Hennessy wasn’t the sexy pick, but was a necessary acquisition for the Falcons in the third round. Temple’s versatile interior offensive lineman was considered one of the best in the draft at his position, and can be plugged in at left guard instantly for Atlanta. Last year, the Falcons traded up to select two offensive linemen in he first round. With 2019 free-agent guards James Carpenter and Jamon Brown both failing to solidify the left guard role, the team had no choice but to complete its offensive line rebuild through the draft.
By putting him out there right away next to Alex Mack and Jake Matthews, Hennessy could be in a great position to succeed as a rookie. Take a look at his outstanding RAS:
With pick 78 in the 2020 NFL Draft, the #Falcons selected Matt Hennessy, OC, Temple.
He posted a great #RAS with good size, good speed, great explosiveness, great agility at the OC position.https://t.co/z8GSaqkFBj#InBrotherhood pic.twitter.com/QNPP9tVONK
— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) April 25, 2020
Video: Here’s Hennessy at center as Temple takes on North Carolina: