As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, the Atlanta Falcons are preparing to make their first selection at pick No. 48 in Round 2. Under the new leadership of President Matt Ryan, General Manager Ian Cunningham, and Head Coach Kevin Stefanski, the team is expected to focus on acquiring a wide receiver to address a significant gap in their roster. The Falcons recently released Darnell Mooney and KhaDarel Hodge, replacing them with Jahan Dotson and Olamide Zaccheaus, but still lack depth at the position. Drake London, a former top-10 pick, is seen as a potential star, yet he faced injuries last season. The draft includes promising wide receiver prospects such as Germie Bernard from Alabama and Zachariah Branch from Georgia, both of whom have caught the Falcons' attention. Additionally, notable free agents like Tyreek Hill and DeAndre Hopkins are available, although their age raises questions about their fit. The draft kicks off on April 23, 2026, with the Falcons making their first pick on Day 2.