The Atlanta Falcons used two first-round picks on edge rushers in the 2025 NFL Draft, aiming to bolster their pass rush, but now face the prospect that neither player will be fit to start the 2026 season. This is a significant setback for a defence that had pinned its hopes on the pair developing into core contributors so soon after being drafted.

The concern centres on linebacker Jalon Walker, whom the Falcons fear has torn his ACL, threatening to sideline him for a lengthy period. The article was cut short before further details on the second edge rusher or the full extent of the injury situation were provided.