3 years agoAtlanta Falcons general manager Terry Fontenot stated in a press conference on Wednesday that the team believes they will come out of the draft with a quarterback. The Falcons hold pick No. 8 and already signed quarterback Marcus Mariota to a two-year deal worth $18.75 million. Kenny Pickett of Pittsburgh and Malik Willis of Liberty are considered the top two quarterbacks, but not by a staggering margin. Atlanta has quietly been doing their homework on this year's quarterback class and could create a major shake-up on Day 1 by selecting a signal-caller early. With Mariota providing a bridge, the team could also opt for a quarterback on Day 2 who may take more time to develop. The Falcons have had the luxury of not needing to take a quarterback in the first round since selecting Matt Ryan third overall in 2008. Willis is an Atlanta native, and Fontenot was present for his Pro Day last month.--Dessy John
Source: Ian Rapoport