The Falcons have nine selections in the 2019 NFL draft and could go a variety of ways.
Looking at this from a best player at a position of need-style draft at every pick, and using the Draft Network Mock Draft Machine for some assistance, here is a great scenario that would give the Falcons an influx of talent for the 2019 season and beyond.
Round 1, No. 14 Overall: OT Andre Dillard, Washington State

The Falcons need a true pass protecting right tackle to help protect Matt Ryan on the longer drop backs he’ll see under new offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter. By bringing in a 6-foot-6, 312 pound pass protector and career left tackle in Andre Dillard, Atlanta would vastly improve their pass protection. Dillard will need some help in run blocking, but that is easier to learn at the pro level.
Round 2, No. 45 Overall: NT Dexter Lawrence, Clemson

Adding a Ted Washington clone at nose tackle is something the Falcons should do in the second round by drafting Dexter Lawrence. He’s a space eating guy who would help Atlanta stuff the run early in his career and could eventually become a 3-down tackle. Lawrence would help the Falcons defense become one of the most formidable units in the NFL.
Round 3, No. 79 Overall: CB David Long, Michigan

David Long is a corner that’s athletically built closer to the Desmond Trufant mold than anyone else in this draft class. He’s physical and he’s fast. He’s able to jump routes and creates turnovers with the best of them. Long’s man coverage and press coverage abilities also make him one of the toughest corners to throw near because he locks down his side of the field.
Round 4, No. 117 Overall: EDGE Maxx Crosby, Eastern Michigan

Adding a pass rusher with the kind of productive nature that Maxx Crosby showed at Eastern Michigan is something Atlanta hasn’t done in the draft in years. Crosby also has first-round athleticism, comparing well to Anthony Barr in his combine metrics. Once he fully understands the NFL game, he could be a potential 10-sack guy without a massive first-round investment.
Round 4, No. 137 Overall: WR Darius Slayton, Auburn

Adding another deep threat to the passing offense would throw off quite a few opponents when facing the Falcons. Darius Slayton is a speedster who would be able to easily fill into Marvin Hall’s old role and could also give Calvin Ridley or Julio Jones some more time on the bench to rest when the Falcons don’t want to overwork their premier pairing.
Round 5, No. 152 Overall: RB Ryquell Armstead, Temple

The Falcons could use a powerful straight-line running back to add to their offense with potential to become more of an all-around threat down the road. Ryquell Armstead would give Atlanta that short-yardage back they haven’t had since Michael Turner while also providing someone with more raw natural running ability than either Devonta Freeman or Ito Smith.
Round 5, No. 172 Overall: S Sheldrick Redwine, Miami

Depth at safety is an issue for the Falcons behind Keanu Neal and Ricardo Allen. Sheldrick Redwine could be a perfect backup strong safety should Neal get injured again. He’s got more raw ability than Sharrod Neasman and could even contribute to special teams early on. Redwine would be a steal in the fifth round when all is said and done.
Round 6, No. 186 Overall: LB Ben Burr-Kirven, Washington

Sixth-round linebackers tend to treat the Falcons well. Spencer Adkins back in 2009 and Foye Oluokun just last season both were solid depth linebackers with special teams ability. Oluokun might even be more than that. Burr-Kirven could initially take over Oluokun’s initial 2018 role while also providing competition with Duke Riley for his roster spot.
Round 7, No. 230 Overall: RB/WR Jalen Hurd, Baylor

Want to add an all-around explosive weapon that would need some development to your offense? Look no further than Jalen Hurd. He’s got experience at running back and wide receiver and could be a true wild card in this draft. Get the ball in his hands and hope for the best – even if it’s as a return specialist, which is a spot the Falcons had a lot of trouble with in 2018.