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One of the strengths of the Atlanta Falcons' roster is their secondary, where they have multiple stars and some solid depth options all around. However, in the modern NFL the back end of your defense can never be too good or too deep.
With that in mind, Atlanta shouldn't hesitate to add more talent to this unit in the upcoming 2026 NFL draft. One prospect that they have their eye on in particular could help complete the look, potentially turning a good unit into a great one. That would be Arizona star Treydan Stukes, who will be entering the pros with the complete package, including plus size, speed, versatility, experience and ball skills.
According to a report by Ian Rapoport at NFL Network, Stukes will be visiting with the Falcons this week, as well as the Panthers and the Eagles. He's already visited the Cowboys, Cardinals, Titans and Rams.
A combo safety/nickel defender, Stukes put in six years with the Wildcats, appearing in a total of 52 games. In that time, he put up seven interceptions, 29 pass breakups, 12 tackles for a loss and 206 combined tackles overall.
On tape Stukes is quick to the ball, has sharp instincts and is unafraid to stick his nose in and make tackles in space. Here's a look at his highlight reel.
Stukes' draft stock has steadily risen since the end of the college football season. He is now expected to come off the board some time in the third or fourth rounds of the draft.
The Falcons will be entering this year's draft with only five picks to make, so they have to be selective. If he's still on the board when they're on the clock in Round 3 (No. 79 overall) Stukes will be worth a serious look at a minimum.
This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: Arizona NFL draft prospect Treydan Stukes to visit Falcons this week
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With that in mind, Atlanta shouldn't hesitate to add more talent to this unit in the upcoming 2026 NFL draft. One prospect that they have their eye on in particular could help complete the look, potentially turning a good unit into a great one. That would be Arizona star Treydan Stukes, who will be entering the pros with the complete package, including plus size, speed, versatility, experience and ball skills.
According to a report by Ian Rapoport at NFL Network, Stukes will be visiting with the Falcons this week, as well as the Panthers and the Eagles. He's already visited the Cowboys, Cardinals, Titans and Rams.
A combo safety/nickel defender, Stukes put in six years with the Wildcats, appearing in a total of 52 games. In that time, he put up seven interceptions, 29 pass breakups, 12 tackles for a loss and 206 combined tackles overall.
On tape Stukes is quick to the ball, has sharp instincts and is unafraid to stick his nose in and make tackles in space. Here's a look at his highlight reel.
Stukes' draft stock has steadily risen since the end of the college football season. He is now expected to come off the board some time in the third or fourth rounds of the draft.
The Falcons will be entering this year's draft with only five picks to make, so they have to be selective. If he's still on the board when they're on the clock in Round 3 (No. 79 overall) Stukes will be worth a serious look at a minimum.
This article originally appeared on Falcons Wire: Arizona NFL draft prospect Treydan Stukes to visit Falcons this week
Continue reading...
