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Atlanta Falcons first-round NFL football draft pick, former Alabama receiver Calvin Ridley ,poses with head coach Dan Quinn, right, and general manager Thomas Dimitroff Friday, April 27, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

‘Trader Tom’ keeps streak intact as Falcons add offense

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Alabama wide reciever Calvin Ridley; his mother, Kassna Daniels, right; and girlfriend, Dominique Fitchard, left, react as after he was picked by the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL football draft, at a watch party in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Thursday, April 26, 2018. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun-Sentinel via AP)

After drafting Ridley, Falcons may look to defense on Day 2

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Alabama wide receiver Calvin Ridley is greeted by well-wishers as he arrives for an NFL draft watch party in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Thursday, April 26, 2018. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun-Sentinel via AP)

Roll Tide! Falcons add another Alabama receiver with Ridley

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

FILE - In this Feb. 28, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine, in Indianapolis. The Falcons have the 26th pick of the first round at the NFL Draft. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings, File)

No pressing needs for Falcons heading into wide-open draft

By PAUL NEWBERRY - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons draft capsule

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Atlanta Falcons General Manager Thomas Dimitroff, left and head coach Dan Quinn speak Thursday, Jan. 18, 2018, in Flowery Branch, Ga. Quinn reviewed the 2017 season and said offensive coordinator Steve Sarkasian will return for the 2018 season. (AP Photo/Charles Odom)

Falcons’ offensive coordinator Sarkisian to return in 2018

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Aug. 31, 2017, file photo, Atlanta Falcons head coach Dan Quinn, center, speaks with Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Atlanta. Only one year after Atlanta led the league in scoring in its 2016 Super Bowl season, the offense was no better than mid-level in a season that ended with a divisional round playoff loss at Philadelphia. (AP Photo/David Goldman, File)

Defense rises, but offense is a new concern for Falcons

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press

Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins reacts to stopping Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman short of a first down on a fourth-down play during the first half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 15-10. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Defense rose to challenge for Eagles

By Rob Maaddi - Associated Press

Philadelphia Eagles' LeGarrette Blount scores a touchdown during the first half of an NFL divisional playoff football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Michael Perez)

Eagles use goal-line stand, Elliott FGs to beat Falcons

By ROB MAADDI - Associated Press

Philadelphia Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins reacts to stopping Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman short of a first down on a fourth-down play during the first half of an NFL football NFC divisional playoff game Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018, in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 15-10. (Curtis Compton/Atlanta Journal-Constitution via AP)

Falcons’ offense falters, costs them at Philadelphia

By BARRY WILNER - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 6, 2018, file photo, Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan watches during warm ups before an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams, in Los Angeles. After missing practice on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018, for undisclosed personal reasons, Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is expected back on Wednesday. It's an important practice day as Atlanta prepares for Saturday's divisional round playoff game at Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)

Atlanta’s Matt Ryan aims for happy homecoming in Philly

By ROB MAADDI - Associated Press

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff is sacked by Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley during the first half of an NFL football wild-card playoff game, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Falcons hitting road back to Super Bowl with 26-13 win in LA

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) passes in the first half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers in New Orleans, Sunday, Jan. 7, 2018. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)

Not exactly a showcase weekend for the NFL

By Thom Loverro

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (24) scores against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football wild-card playoff game Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

Falcons show playoff poise in 26-13 win over upstart LA Rams

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) carries the ball during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Tennessee Titans, in Kansas City, Mo., Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018. (AP Photo/Ed Zurga)

The Latest: Falcons topple Rams 26-13, face Eagles next

By The Associated Press - Associated Press

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley, left, and quarterback Jared Goff chat on the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in Los Angeles. Both players sat out of today's game. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)

LA Rams make long-awaited playoff return vs tested Falcons

By GREG BEACHAM - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 31, 2017, file photo, Philadelphia Eagles' Nick Foles (9) throws a pass over Dallas Cowboys' DeMarcus Lawrence (90) during the first half of an NFL football game in Philadelphia. The Eagles earned the top seed in the NFC playoffs for the first time since 2004. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, File) **FILE**

NFC playoff teams fight to end championship droughts

By Arnie Stapleton - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera walks the sidelines during the second half of an NFL football game between the Atlanta Falcons and the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Rivera wants Panthers to turn focus to Saints, playoffs

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo passes against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) **FILE**

Garoppolo, 49ers beat playoff-bound Rams 34-13

By BERNIE WILSON - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Devin Funchess (17) makes a touchdown catch in the end zone against Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 31, 2017, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Falcons clinch playoff spot, beat Panthers on Bryant’s 5 FGs

By CHARLES ODUM - Associated Press