The Atlanta Falcons swung two trades and made five picks in the 2025 NFL draft, ultimately ending with a class that pleased head coach Raheem Morris and general manager Terry Fontenot. Here’s who the Falcons took across the three-day event: Walker led Georgia with 10.

In the 2025 NFL Draft, the Falcons picked linebacker Jalon Walker in the first round (15th overall) before trading back into the first round to take edge rusher James Pearce Jr. Here are the Falcons' 2025 NFL Draft picks:

Wilson then continued on to praise the selections of Watts and Bowman, noting Watts' 13 interceptions the past two seasons and Bowman's 4.3 speed. The Falcons earned an "A+" grade of from Wilson. Fellow CBS Sports co host, Mike Renner, gave the Falcons an "A-minus" only due to them giving up a first round pick for 2026.