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Falcons' golden opportunity to fill biggest need vanished in heartbreaking fashion

The Atlanta Falcons' offense enjoyed their best performance of the season in Week 4, but that doesn't change the reality—their wide receiver room is a massive concern. The Dirty Birds' 34-27 victory over the Washington Commanders saw Drake London log his first 100-yard game of the season, but Darnell Mooney left the game with a hamstring injury and didn't return after recording just one reception.

While London is a bona fide star, the team lacks a true vertical threat to complement his size and red-zone ability. The name that made the most sense was Dolphins star Tyreek Hill, as his track speed would have been a seamless fit in Atlanta and served as a clear upgrade over Mooney.