Across the last few weeks, it's become clear that the Atlanta Falcons' sensational 2025 NFL Draft class is Terry Fontenot's only saving grace in Atlanta. The Falcons came away with four starters and three defensive cornerstones, which has helped rewrite the defensive narrative practically overnight.
Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. have morphed into stars overnight, while Xavier Watts enjoyed his breakout game on Monday Night Football against the Rams. And that led ESPN's Benjamin Solak to list all three rookies on his 2025 NFL All-Rookie Team, but only Walker was named to the first team.