Oct 29, 2020; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) warms up during pre game against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Falcons now control the direction of the 2021 NFL Draft.
Friday, the Atlanta Falcons first-round pick in 2021 became a lot more valuable after the San Francisco 49ers traded up to the number three overall pick with the Miami Dolphins.
The Falcons now hold all the cards for the 2021 NFL Draft.
The Atlanta Falcons more than likely were not going to take a quarterback with their first pick in the draft and this trade effectively put the proverbial nail in the coffin.