Some criticism of Atlanta's draft class seems to be a classic example of NFL analysts valuing draft selections more than actual prospects. Draft picks are only worth anything if they eventual become good players. The Falcons believe they gave up a future first-round selection for a first-round prospect that fills an immediate need.

Following the 2025 NFL draft, the Atlanta Falcons offense will look nearly identical to last year's unit. However, the defense has undergone some major changes at key positions of need. The team added three potential long-term starters in Jalon Walker, James Pearce Jr. and Xavier Watts.

In the 2025 NFL Draft, the Falcons picked linebacker Jalon Walker in the first round (15th overall) before trading back into the first round to take edge rusher James Pearce Jr. Here are the Falcons' 2025 NFL Draft picks: