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Falcons’ overlooked free-agent gem is finally earning some national recognition

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The Atlanta Falcons haven't given fans many reasons to be encouraged this season, but the defensive turnaround has been years in the making. And while the improved pass-rush is receiving most of the credit, Divine Deablo has flown under the radar despite a breakout first season in Atlanta.

The Falcons signed Deablo to a two-year, $14 million deal this offseason, and that decision has quickly paid dividends due to his versatility. And his big year led Pro Football Focus' Bradley Locker to include the 27-year-old in his rankings of the 20 best free agent signings from the 2025 offseason.