In 2023, the Atlanta Falcons made significant changes after another disappointing NFL season. They decided to start fresh by parting ways with head coach Arthur Smith once the regular season concluded. It was evident that the Falcons had already made up their minds about Smith’s inability to lead the young team in the future.
Following Smith’s departure, there were rumors that former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick would be his successor. However, the team took a different path and interviewed 14 coaching candidates, some of them multiple times. Ultimately, they chose Raheem Morris, who previously worked with the Los Angeles Rams, to fill Smith’s shoes. Now, the team’s focus has shifted to their top priority for the upcoming NFL offseason.
According to Falcons General Manager Terry Fontenot, their main objective moving forward is to address the quarterback position. Fontenot emphasized this in an interview with Around The NFL.
Desmond Ridder was entrusted with the reins of the franchise heading into the 2023 season, with hopes that he would become the face of the team. However, Ridder struggled throughout the year, proving that he is not the solution for the future. As a result, the Falcons are now faced with the decision of pursuing a proven veteran quarterback in NFL free agency, such as Kirk Cousins, or exploring the possibility of trading for a player like Justin Fields. It is clear that the team is considering all options to upgrade the quarterback position.
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