The Atlanta Falcons are prioritizing youth on their defensive line for the upcoming 2025 NFL season, particularly with the departure of veteran Grady Jarrett, who joined the Chicago Bears after the team released him.

In the draft, the Falcons focused on bolstering their edge positions but left the interior largely untouched, opting instead to bring in veteran Morgan Fox and retain Ta'Quon Graham. The expectations are that David Onyemata will anchor the line, with Ruke Orhorhoro and Zach Harrison positioned to start alongside him, indicating a shift towards a younger roster. This strategy reflects head coach Jeff Ulbrich's vision of a revamped defensive line relying heavily on a rotation of players to adapt to various game situations.