As we our just a week away from the start of the 2020 NFL Draft, Falcons fans are trying to figure out what general manager Thomas Dimitroff has up his sleeve this year.
After going through every pick Dimitroff has made since taking over, today we will look at Atlanta’s draft tendencies by round since 2008.
Round 1: 13 picks
QB: 1 (7.6%)
RB: 0
WR: 2 (15.3%)
TE: 0
OT: 3 (23.1%)
IOL: 1 (7.6%)
DT: 1 (7.6%)
DE: 2 (15.3%)
LB: 1 (7.6%)
CB: 1 (7.6%)
S: 1 (7.6%)
Analysis: The Falcons have selected four offensive linemen in round one. The second-most drafted position by Atlanta in the first round is a tie behind wide receiver and defensive end — with two of each being selected since 2008.