The former ESPN analyst defended Atlanta's stunning move in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft.
pulled off the most shocking move of the 2024 NFL draft's first round Thursday by selecting quarterback Michael Penix Jr.
The Falcons, of course, handed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins a four-year contract worth $180 million in free agency this offseason. Instead of taking a potential defensive star or another offensive weapon for Cousins to utilize, Atlanta decided to draft his eventual replacement under center."Atlanta—I'm not saying they had to do it, but I absolutely applaud their organization for making this decision," McShay said on."I do.
"Yeah, they're thinking beyond ," McShay said."... Atlanta made the right decision. Kirk Cousins and those young weapons, they have a team that's not going to be picking in the top eight. That's my belief. Now, next year you're picking at No. 22, No. 23 . There's no quarterback opportunity there, realistically. So, let's get this guy now because this is about the organization the next five years and beyond.
After shocking the rest of the NFL on Thursday, the Falcons began Friday by trading up in the second round and selecting Clemson defensive lineman Ruke Orhorhoro.
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