The Atlanta Falcons made strategic moves during the 2025 NFL Draft, acquiring edge rushers and defensive backs that they desperately needed to strengthen a struggling defense. Despite adding talent, Bleacher Report still ranked their defense near the bottom of the league at 28th, highlighting their persistent issues with pass-rush efficiency and the need for improvement in pressuring opposing quarterbacks.

With the addition of Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr., the Falcons are hopeful that their young players can rejuvenate the defense. Veteran Leonard Floyd was also signed to bring experience and leadership to a unit that finished with the second-fewest sacks last season. While these improvements are a step in the right direction, doubts remain about whether they are enough to elevate the Falcons to playoff contention.