2016 NFL Mock Draft: Week 8 Update
By Jon Dove
Oct 17, 2015; South Bend, IN, USA; Notre Dame Fighting Irish wide receiver William Fuller (7) catches a pass as USC Trojans cornerback Adoree Jackson (2) defends in the fourth quarter at Notre Dame Stadium. Notre Dame won 41-31. Mandatory Credit: Matt Cashore-USA TODAY Sports
26. Atlanta Falcons (6-1)- William Fuller, WR, Notre Dame
The Atlanta Falcons have surprising transformed to an offense that relies on their running game to move the football. This has to do with the emergence of Devontae Freeman but also the rapid decline of Roddy White. Atlanta must start looking to bring in another pass catcher to replace their aging star.
Notre Dame’s William Fuller is an explosive playmaker who would excel playing opposite Julio Jones. Fuller is a balanced player in that he can stretch the field and also create separation with his route running.
If the Falcons look to keep improving the defense they could look at a linebacker like USC’s Su’a Cravens. He’s a linebacker/safety hybrid who can hold up in coverage but is capable of supporting the run.
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