Lindstrom’s five-year, $102.5 million deal highlights the evolving market for premium guards and signals Atlanta’s aim to build a sturdier front to support a growing offense.

Lindstrom navigated a tough challenge with TB’s interior disruption, including the hit that sprung Vea’s 4th-and-1 stop and slowed Atlanta’s drive. His performance illustrated the line’s need to tighten up as the Falcons search for consistency against refreshed defenses.

Lindstrom named Falcons captain on the offensive line, anchoring protection and run-blocking with Matthews in a veteran-led front.

Lindstrom anchors Atlanta’s line with elite pass protection and run-blocking acumen. His 2024 season showcased stellar sack- and pressure-allowed metrics across 627 pass-blocking reps, cementing him as a top interior blocker and a keystone for the Falcons’ offense.

Lindstrom represents the interior strength on a Falcons line that’s part of the broader discussion about protection-first units. His reliability anchors run and pass schemes, translating to fantasy stability for Falcons playmakers.