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Reviewing how the Falcons' 2024 NFL Draft class has fared over one year later

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Atlanta's 2024 NFL Draft class was met with equal parts intrigue and skepticism, headlined by one of the most polarizing top-10 picks in recent memory.

Now, nearly a season and a half removed from that weekend, we have enough of a sample size to judge the early returns -- and the results are all over the board.

Round 1, Pick 8: Michael Penix Jr., QB, Washington

Say what you want about the process -- the result looks like a win. The Falcons stunned the league by taking Michael Penix Jr. with the eighth overall pick despite signing Kirk Cousins to a massive contract.