Atlanta Falcons Make Surprising Hire for Head Coach
The Atlanta Falcons have finally made a decision on their new head coach, and it’s not who many expected. Despite interviewing big-name candidates like Bill Belichick and Jim Harbaugh multiple times, the Falcons have chosen former Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris to lead the team. Morris now faces the challenge of turning the franchise around and making necessary moves during the NFL offseason.
Morris is optimistic about the Falcons’ roster moving forward and has highlighted two standout offensive players, Bijan Robinson and Drake London. Robinson, who was drafted by the Falcons with the No. 8 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, had an impressive rookie season, falling just 24 yards short of rushing for 1,000 yards. London also had a solid year, with 69 receptions for a career-high 905 receiving yards and two touchdowns.
With the right quarterback upgrade, Robinson and London’s numbers are expected to improve significantly. Falcons fans are excited about the potential impact these young players can have on the team’s offense.