Round 4, Pick 119: RB Darrynton Evans, Appalachian State
The Falcons released Devonta Freeman earlier in the offseason and shortly replaced him with Todd Gurley. However, I don’t believe that rules out another addition to the backfield. Gurley should see around 20 touches, but the team will likely look to a rotation. Atlanta was at its best with Freeman and Tevin Coleman splitting carries in the backfield, and Thomas Dimitroff commented on how the 49ers’ loaded backfield was the stem of their success. Not only does Evans fit the inside gap type scheme the Falcons like to run, but the team virtually met with Evans twice. It’s certainly possible the Falcons try to replicate the Los Angeles Rams’ 2019 backfield, which is where Gurley saw most of his success.