Atlanta Falcons: Three New Players to Watch for at Falcons Training Camp

At the NFL Owners’ Meeting in March, Atlanta Falcons Head Coach Dan Quinn named 6 current players he wanted to elevate their game in 2018 but what new players should we look for at Training Camp?

LINCOLN, NE – NOVEMBER 24: Defensive lineman Nathan Bazata #99 of the Iowa Hawkeyes tackles fullback Luke McNitt #41 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers on a fake field goal attempt at Memorial Stadium on November 24, 2017 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images) /

Luke McNitt

The most important position Atlanta Falcons battle this camp will be the fullback position. Although the Falcons didn’t address it in the draft, they did sign 3 fullbacks to compete for the starting position. My early favorite for the job is Luke McNitt for a couple of reasons. He fits the typical fullback archetype that you want rather than the typical hybrid back we see in the league now so would fit in with the run-first style of offense.

"“They really like my special teams film, they can see me playing on all four special teams. I want to be a leader on those special teams units.” – Luke McNitt to Husker247"

He also has great special teams talent so the Falcons won’t completely miss out on Coleman’s special teams’ production.

Terrell McClain

ARLINGTON, TX – JANUARY 04: Matthew Stafford #9 of the Detroit Lions passes as Terrell McClain #97 of the Dallas Cowboys rushes during the first half of their NFC Wild Card Playoff game at AT&T Stadium on January 4, 2015 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) /

Terrell Mcclain was arguably the biggest FA signing made by the Falcons this offseason as he fits the very noticeable hole at defensive tackle. While he isn’t a rookie like the other two players, he is still a new player to the Falcons. Although he struggled last year it was mainly because of scheme fit. He’s finally found a good scheme fit in Atlanta as he is reunited with a 4-3 defense. He could very easily be a crucial run stopper for Atlanta and is one to watch at minicamp.

Deadrin Senat

TAMPA, FL – SEPTEMBER 03: Quarterback Morgan Mahalak #6 of the Towson Tigers gets pressured by defensive tackle Deadrin Senat #10 of the South Florida Bulls during the first quarter of their game at Raymond James Stadium on September 3, 2016 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Joseph Garnett Jr. /Getty Images) /

Deadrin Senat was selected by the Falcons in the third round of the NFL draft and in my opinion, was a fantastic pick. He’s built exactly like Grady Jarrett and I think has the same potential. He’s a big guy who never gives up on plays and is always working on his craft. The main reason I like him and his potential is his hands. He’s got a great initial punch as well as violent and sudden hands that could lead to him getting a big amount of snaps.

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He’s one to watch at camp as I think if he gets more quality time with Grady Jarrett like above, he could be a disruptive player this year.

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