In one week and several hours, the Falcons will join the rest of the NFL in welcoming a new league year. There is so much uncertainty for the team and the larger league with the new CBA still in the air, but the Falcons have their own self-inflicted cap crunch and big decisions to navigate.
To get you ready for what’s ahead, here’s a list of everything the Falcons must consider between now and next Wednesday afternoon, and what you need to know.
Cap space
With the top 51 rule set to kick in shortly, the Falcons are estimated to have about $4.