TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – The Falcons are hoping that Javon Alexander Mack can help resurrect quarterback Matt Ryan’s career.
The team is closing in on signing Mack, a three-time Pro Bowler, to a five-year contract worth nearly $47.5 million, according to several reports.
The team would not comment on the reports before the 4 p.m. start of the league’s new business year.
The Falcons have been under orders from owner Arthur Blank to attempt to maximize Ryan’s prime.
Ryan, who turned 30 last season, has been under duress since signing a $103 million contract in 2012.