The Atlanta Falcons need to fill on both sides of the ball in the off-season, and that’s before possible cap casualties. One feature where the team can use an infusion of depth and talent is by running back.
Ito Smith and Qadree Ollison are back in 2021, but Todd Gurley and Brian Hill are unrestricted free agents. The design is probably the best option for the Falcons to upgrade on the run back, but as GM Terry Fontenot said when he was hired, the team will be exploring all avenues to find talent.
Here are 12 running backs Atlanta could pursue in free service.
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