The Atlanta Falcons made a controversial draft-day decision to trade back into the first round for Tennessee's James Pearce Jr.
Most analysts saw the trade, which involved a 2026 first-rounder, as a massive overpay for an uncertain talent. But the Falcons saw it as a chance to add another piece to their retooled defensive front.
Little did they know, their trade would also help them avoid the drama plaguing nearly every NFL team entering training camp.
Falcons' lack of a second-round rookie was a blessing in disguise
The first two picks of the second round, Carson Schwesinger of the Browns and Jayden Higgins of the Texans, are the only two second-round picks under contract right now.