The 2026 NFL Draft is officially in the books and the Atlanta Falcons have to be fairly happy with their haul. Despite not having a first-round pick, the team left the draft with six new players and over a dozen undrafted free agents.
The Falcons made another front office addition on Tuesday evening, hiring a new senior vice president of football administration/senior personnel executive to work with general manager Ian Cunningham and president of football Matt Ryan.
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In today’s Falcons recap, Atlanta’s rookie uniform numbers are revealed, the team makes front office changes, and we examine the latest 2026 NFL Draft grades and undrafted free agent signings.
Falcons rookie uniform numbers revealed
The Falcons unveiled their rookie uniform numbers (not including their undrafted free agent signings) on Tuesday. Cornerback Avieon Terrell will wear the No. 12, while second-round pick Zachariah Branch will wear the No. 17. Check out all six rookie uniform numbers below:
Falcons make front office changes
The Falcons have hired former Eagles front office exec Bryce Johnston to be their senior vice president of football administration/senior personnel executive, the team officially announced on Tuesday. Atlanta has also parted ways with senior director of football of administration Chris Olsen.
“We’re excited to add Bryce to our staff,” Falcons general manager Ian Cunningham said in a statement. “He’s an outstanding professional and someone I know well from our time together in Philadelphia. During those five years, it was clear that Bryce brought a high level of preparation, leadership and attention to detail to everything he did. I saw firsthand his ability to combine long-term vision with a detailed and disciplined approach. We’re thrilled to welcome him to our organization and look forward to the impact he’ll have as we continue building this team.”
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Falcons draft grades: ESPN, CBS Sports weigh in
The 2026 NFL Draft is over and the draft grades are out. While most analysts praised Atlanta’s Day 2 selections, there was a fair amount of uncertainty around the team’s Day 3 picks. CBS Sports’ Pete Prisco gave Atlanta a C grade, while ESPN’s Mel Kiper gave the Falcons a C+:
“It’s tough to tackle needs with just five non-first-rounders at your disposal, but the new Falcons braintrust of GM Ian Cunningham, coach Kevin Stefanski and president of football Matt Ryan did its best,” wrote Kiper. “And I think the Falcons left Day 2 with two really, really good players. Both Avieon Terrell and Zachariah Branch spent time in my top 25 during the season, and they were both on my favorite players in the class list.”
Falcons agree to terms with 16 undrafted players
The Falcons have reportedly agreed to terms with 16 undrafted free agents, however, they’ve yet to officially announce the class. Check out each reported UDFA signing below:
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QB Jack Strand, MSU-Moorhead: According to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero, the Falcons are signing MSU-Moorhead quarterback Jack Strand. Atlanta met with Strand before the draft and now he joins the team as its fourth quarterback. Last season, Strand had 3,546 yards and 42 touchdowns with 14 interceptions.
RB Cash Jones, Georgia: The Falcons are signing undrafted Georgia running back Cash Jones, per SI draft expert Justin Melo. Jones met with the team ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. The pass-catching weapon is someone to watch in training camp.
TE Brandon Frazier, Auburn: According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Falcons are signing undrafted free agent Auburn tight end/h-back Brandon Frazier. A blocking specialist, Frazier gives the team some much-needed tight end depth.
TE Jack Velling, Michigan State: The Falcons are signing undrafted Michigan State tight end Jack Velling, per NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Last season, Velling had 36 catches for 359 receiving yards and three touchdowns over 12 games in East Lansing.
WR Keelan Marion, Miami: The Falcons are signing undrafted Miami wide receiver Keelan Marion, per report. Marion had 57 receptions for 746 receiving yards and two touchdowns for the Hurricanes last season.
WR Andrel Anthony, Duke: According to USA TODAY reporter Arye Pulli, the Falcons are signing undrafted Duke wide receiver Andrel Anthony. The former Blue Devil had 26 catches for 246 receiving yards and five touchdowns last season.
WR Malik Rutherford, Georgia Tech: The Falcons are signing Georgia Tech wide receiver Malik Rutherford according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The 5-foot-9 wideout recorded 46 catches for 519 yards and three touchdowns last season.
WR Vinny Anthony, Wisconsin: According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Falcons are signing Wisconsin wide receiver Vinny Anthony. The former Badgers wideout will reportedly get $265,000 guaranteed to join Atlanta. Last season, he had 31 catches for 391 receiving yards and one touchdown.
WR Le’Meke Brockington, Minnesota: According to NFL insider Aaron Wilson, the Falcons are signing Minnesota wide receiver Le’Meke Brockington. Last season, he had 46 catches for 484 receiving yards and four touchdowns for the Golden Gophers.
CB Malcolm Dewalt, Akron: The Atlanta Falcons are signing Akron CB Malcolm Dewalt, according to NFL reporter Easton Butler. Dewalt had two interceptions, one forced fumble and eight passes defended last season.
OL Kam Dewberry, Texas A&M: The Falcons are signing Alabama Crimson Tide offensive lineman Kam Dewberry, per reporter Wyatt Fulton. Dewberry is another developmental guard prospect with some upside.
OL Riley Mahlman, Wisconsin: The Falcons are signing Wisconsin offensive lineman Riley Mahlman, per NFL reporter Aaron Wilson. The 6-foot-8 left tackle is an intriguing developmental prospect.
C James Brockermeyer, Miami: The Atlanta Falcons are signing Miami center James Brockermeyer, per NFL reporter Matt Zenitz reported. Brokermeyer can provide depth behind Ryan Neuzil in 2026.
DT Carlos Allen, Houston: “Former Houston DT Carlos Allen is signing with the Falcons, per source,” NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero reported on Saturday evening. The Falcons needed help at defensive tackle and Allen is someone to watch in training camp.
DL CJ Nunnally, Purdue: The Falcons are expected to sign former Purdue defensive lineman CJ Nunnally, according to NFL reporter Matt Zenitz.
LS Philip Florenzo, Clemson: The Falcons have signed long snapper Philip Florenzo, per report. Florenzo was one of just seven long snappers at the combine.
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA – NOVEMBER 08: Avieon Terrell #8 of the Clemson Tigers reacts after a play during the second half of a football game against the Florida State Seminoles at Memorial Stadium on November 08, 2025 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)
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What NFL draft experts said about Falcons CB Avieon Terrell
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – DECEMBER 07: Avieon Terrell #20 of the Clemson Tigers celebrates after a pass defense during the fourth quarter of the 2024 ACC Football Championship at Bank of America Stadium on December 07, 2024 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Grant Halverson/Getty Images)
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CLEMSON, SOUTH CAROLINA – SEPTEMBER 28: Avieon Terrell #20 of the Clemson Tigers celebrates after intercepting the ball during the first half of a football game against the Stanford Cardinal at Memorial Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Clemson, South Carolina. (Photo by David Jensen/Getty Images)
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Dec 29, 2023; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Clemson corner back Avieon Terrell (20) tackles Kentucky receiver Tayvion Robinson (9) near safety Jalyn Phillips (1) during the third quarter of the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Sports
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Kentucky Wildcats wide receiver Dane Key (6) carries Clemson Tigers cornerback Avieon Terrell (20) exchange words after Key took a long pass to the 5-yard line while being defended by Terrell during the first quarter. The Kentucky Wildcats faced off against the Clemson Tigers Friday, December 29, 2023, in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl in Jacksonville, Florida. The Wildcats led 14 to 10 at the half. [Bob Self/Florida Times-Union]
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Clemson corner back Avieon Terrell (20) during Clemson football practice at Jervey Meadows in Clemson, S.C. Wednesday August 7, 2024.
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Clemson corner back Avieon Terrell (20) during the first practice at Clemson, S.C. Friday, August 4, 2023.
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Dec 21, 2024; Austin, Texas, USA; Texas Longhorns wide receiver Matthew Golden (2) catches a pass as Clemson Tigers cornerback Avieon Terrell (20) defends during the second quarter of the CFP National Playoff first round game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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AUSTIN, TEXAS – DECEMBER 21: Jaydon Blue #23 of the Texas Longhorns runs the ball against Avieon Terrell #20 of the Clemson Tigers during the second quarter in the Playoff First Round Game at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium on December 21, 2024 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Jack Gorman/Getty Images)
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What NFL draft experts said about Falcons WR Zachariah Branch
ATHENS, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 6: Zachariah Branch #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs warms up prior to the game against the Austin Peay Governors at Sanford Stadium on September 6, 2025 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Nov 28, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) celebrates with offensive lineman Monroe Freeling (57) after a touchdown catch against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the second quarter at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE – SEPTEMBER 13: Zachariah Branch #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs celebrates with Oscar Delp #4 after the 44-41 OT win over the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium on September 13, 2025 in Knoxville, Tennessee. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
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Zachariah Branch #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs carries the ball after a reception against the Texas Longhorns during the second quarter of the game at Sanford Stadium on November 15, 2025 in Athens, Georgia.
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Zachariah Branch of the Georgia Bulldogs celebrates a touchdown during the first half against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on November 28, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia.
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ATHENS, GEORGIA – SEPTEMBER 06: Zachariah Branch #1 of the Georgia Bulldogs returns a kickoff during the third quarter against the Austin Peay Governors at Sanford Stadium on September 6, 2025 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
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Jan 1, 2026; New Orleans, LA, USA; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) gestures after a first down against the Mississippi Rebels during the 2026 Sugar Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
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Georgia wide receiver Zachariah Branch (1) carries the ball during the Sugar Bowl and College Football Playoff quarterfinals at Caesars Superdome in New Orleans, La., on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026.
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Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Georgia wideout Zachariah Branch (WO09) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kendal Daniels (5) celebrates after a play during a college football game between the University of Oklahoma Sooners (OU) and the Missouri Tigers at Gaylord Family à Oklahoma Memorial Stadium in Norman, Okla., on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025. Oklahoma won 17-6.
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Oct 25, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kendal Daniels (5) reacts during the second half against the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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NORMAN, OKLAHOMA – NOVEMBER 22: Linebacker Kendal Daniels #5 of the Oklahoma Sooners celebrates sacking quarterback Beau Pribula #9 of the Missouri Tigers (not pictured) for a loss of three yards with defensive back Omarion Robinson #2 in the fourth quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on November 22, 2025 in Norman, Oklahoma. Oklahoma won 17-6. (Photo by Brian Bahr/Getty Images)
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Oct 18, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kendal Daniels (5) celebrates a safety against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
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Oct 25, 2025; Norman, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Kendal Daniels (5) celebrates with Oklahoma Sooners linebacker Sammy Omosigho (7) and Oklahoma Sooners defensive back Reggie Powers III (13) during the second half against the Ole Miss Rebels at Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Sep 7, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back TreVeyon Henderson (32) muscles his way into the endzone for a touchdown past Western Michigan Broncos defensive lineman Anterio Thompson (11) and defensive lineman Corey Walker (93) during the first half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium.
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – SEPTEMBER 06: Anterio Thompson #54 of the Washington Huskies takes the field against the UC Davis Aggies at Husky Stadium on September 06, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
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Washington Huskies senior defensive tackle Anterio Thompson celebrates after Washington’s win over Purdue. Mandatory Credit: Scott Eklund- University of Washington Athletics/Red Box Pictures
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – MAY 02: Anterio Thompson #54 of Washington Huskies in action during the Second Annual Dawgs After Dark Spring Game at Husky Stadium on May 02, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Rio Giancarlo/Getty Images for ONIT)
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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – NOVEMBER 15: Anterio Thompson #54 of the Washington Huskies celebrates his sack against the Purdue Boilermakers at Husky Stadium on November 15, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
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COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – SEPTEMBER 14: Harold Perkins Jr. #7 of the LSU Tigers looks on before taking the field to face the South Carolina Gamecocks at Williams-Brice Stadium on September 14, 2024 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Isaiah Vazquez/Getty Images)
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BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA – SEPTEMBER 13: Harold Perkins Jr. #7 of the LSU Tigers looks on during the game against the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium on September 13, 2025 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)
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Falcons post-draft depth chart: Projecting rookie roles in 2026
Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Ethan Onianwa (78) blocks during the NCAA football game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 4, 2025.
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