In today’s Falcons recap, team owner Arthur Blank discusses trading away former MVP Matt Ryan, head coach Arthur Smith discusses the Lorenzo Carter signing, and Atlanta meets with free-agent linebacker Rashaan Evans and wide receiver Damiere Byrd.
Falcons meet with another Byrd
Byrd, 29, is dangerous in the open field and a versatile weapon that would fit well in Arthur Smith’s offense. For his career, Byrd has 117 catches, 1,421 receiving yards and five touchdowns.
Falcons to meet with ILB Rashaan Evans
Evans, 25, was taken with the 22nd overall pick in the 2018 draft out of Alabama. During his four seasons in Tennessee, Evans started 50 of the 59 games he appeared in, racking up 316 tackles (195 solo), 38 pressures, four sacks and two interceptions.
Smith says Mariota is a good fit, team must find a backup QB
Erik Harris contract details
KhaDarel Hodge contract details
Arthur Smith on team’s addition of EDGE Lorenzo Carter
Arthur Blank on Deshaun Watson pursuit
Arthur Blank on Matt…