The Atlanta Falcons have taken large steps in enhancing the cross rush by signing Kaden Elliss and David Onyemata whereas bringing again Lorenzo Carter. Elliss is a stable choice off the sting whereas Onyemata ought to solidify the within of the defensive position paired with Grady Jarrett.
Nonetheless, the Falcons may use a pass-rushing increase, and looking out on the doable matches vs. anticipated price Floyd is the very best match. Whereas Floyd was paired with Aaron Donald the Rams’ defensive position took an enormous step again throughout the board and Leonard managed to stay productive.
Floyd is a longtime edge rusher who together with Kaden, Carter, and Arnold Ebiketie would give the Falcons an important rotation at each edge positions. Ebiketie may show to be a productive starter, nevertheless, the sting rusher is in 12 months two and can want time to develop.
Including a participant like Floyd helps each Atlanta’s short-term manufacturing and their capacity to develop their present edge rushers. Floyd has completed with not less than 9.0 sacks in every of the final three seasons and has 103 profession quarterback hits and 54 tackles for loss.
Floyd is not only a nice pass-rushing choice however a stable run defender for an edge participant and would match effectively into what Ryan Nielsen is constructing in Atlanta.