The departures of Keanu Neal and Ricardo Allen, along with the potential loss of Damontae Kazee, have left the Falcons with a noticeable hole in the defensive secondary. Despite the team signing former Raiders safety Erik Harris, Atlanta should still look to utilize an early-round draft selection to fill this vacancy.
While the 2021 class may not be loaded with first-round talent at safety, whoever the Falcons select should be expected to start right away. Here are the five best options in the draft for Atlanta to upgrade the safety position.