McCoy is a six time pro bowler, three time first team all pro and second team all pro in 2016. He has 54.5 career sacks, 297 tackles, 21 pass deflections and six forced fumbles in nine seasons. These types of numbers are something that should not be ignored.
His experience in the NFL is something the Atlanta Falcons could have used to help develop the young guys on the defense. Players like Grady Jarrett and Vic Beasley could use some veteran leadership to help them take the next step in their careers.