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2015 NFL Free Agency: 5 Atlanta Falcons Rumors You Need To Know

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5 Atlanta Falcons Rumors You Need To Know

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With the combine currently underway and free agency set to start soon, here's a look at five of the biggest rumors surrounding the Atlanta Falcons

5. Falcons Not Expected To Use Franchise Tag

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5. Falcons Not Expected To Use Franchise Tag

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The Falcons are reportedly not going to use their franchise tag in 2015 to retain any of their free agents. Notable players up for grabs from the Falcons roster include kicker Matt Bryant and linebacker Sean Weatherspoon. Re-signing Bryant should be a priority and there is almost a done deal.

4. Steven Jackson Expected To Be Cut

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4. Steven Jackson Expected To Be Cut

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The odds of Steven Jackson remaining with the Falcons in 2015 are extremely slim, and his release from the team is expected. His $ 3.5 million savings will be a help with the sizable contract extension coming for stud wideout Julio Jones. Devonta Freeman would step in as the starter, and the new offense is expected to be an excellent fit for Freeman’s skills.

3. Falcons Are Interested in Justin Forsett

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3. Falcons Are Interested in Justin Forsett

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Current Baltimore Raven Justin Forsett is expected to be available and the Falcons are rumored to be strongly interested in him. With the expected departure of Steven Jackson and the need to shore up the depth chart with Devonta Freeman, Forsett would make a lot of sense and give the Falcons another quality rushing option.

2. Falcons Keeping Close Tabs On Jason Pierre-Paul's Availability

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2. Falcons Keeping Close Tabs on Jason Pierre-Paul's Availability

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The Falcons are keeping a close watch on the developments in New York with defensive end Jason Pierre-Paul. Should he hit the free agent market, expect the Falcons to be heavily interested in acquiring him. The Falcons need all the pass-rushing help they can get and landing Pierre-Paul would be a major boost to a struggling defense.

1. Trade for Marshawn Lynch?

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1. Trade for Marshawn Lynch?

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With running back Marshawn Lynch not a happy camper in Seattle and the hiring of ex-Seahawk defensive coordinator Dan Quinn as head coach, there might be a possibility Quinn uses that connection to swing a trade and bring Lynch to Atlanta. Reports of Lynch considering retirement could drive his price tag down, and Seattle may decide to let Lynch go and roll with Christine Michael as their starter.

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