As the NFL’s free agency period continues, it’s safe to say the Atlanta Falcons have already gotten most of their shopping done. After signing Dante Fowler Jr. and Todd Gurley, the team used most of what little cap space it had.
While the Falcons likely won’t be bringing in someone like Jadeveon Clowney, there are still some affordable options available that could help add depth and leadership.
Here are four remaining free agents that the Falcons could consider.
LB Clay Matthews
2019 Stats: 37 tackles (27 solo), 8 sacks, 2 forced fumbles
Matthews is past his prime, but showed last season that he can still be a productive player in a smaller role. He racked up eight sacks and two forced fumbles for Los Angeles in 2019. The Falcons already signed defensive end Dante Fowler to a three-year, $48 million contract, but don’t have much depth behind him. With Atlanta losing Adrian Clayborn, a veteran presence like Matthews could be an affordable option as a situational pass-rusher.
It sure was fun to watch Clay Matthews in green & gold. 😤💪 @ClayMatthews52 • #GoPackGo
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