6 veteran free agents the Atlanta Falcons should call up this summer

The Atlanta Falcons seem happy with drafting Bralen Trice, losing Calais Campbell and kicking off the 2024 season with their current pass rush. It’s confusing when your starting options are Arnold Ebiketie and Lorenzo Carter.

Carter has largely proven that he is not a constant threat at quarterback. Ebiketie has shown impressive ability to get into the backfield but has obvious issues in his game. Your current backup option is Trice.

Justin Houston is one season away from being a great asset in the pass rush. Giving the veteran the chance to return to his home state is a smart, low-risk move for Atlanta.

How much do the Falcons trust Clark Phillips and Dee Alford? The next two months and the team’s moves or lack thereof will answer that question. Howard would be a great addition that gives you the chance to find a reliable veteran to pair with AJ Terrell.

Put Phillips inside and let Alford serve as depth. This gives you the opportunity to move on from Mike Hughes and feel much better about your depth at the position. Even if it’s not Howard, there are a myriad of cheap veteran options in free agency that would be a good fit for Atlanta.