The Atlanta Falcons are reportedly expected to be one of the most aggressive teams in the 2020 NFL Draft, which could include trading into the top five.
It's no secret that the Falcons could improve on both sides of the ball, with defense expected to be their main focus in the draft.
However, it seems like Atlanta may not be content with keeping their No. 16 pick and taking the best player available at that spot.
Instead, the Falcons could find a way to make a deal that could get them a top-five pick, according to ESPN's Chris Mortensen.
Chris Mortensen just reported on ESPN that the #Falcons are expected to be the most aggressive team in the draft and could even move into the top-5. Wow.
— Matt Karoly (@mattkaroly) April 20, 2020
Players like South Carolina defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw and Florida cornerback CJ Henderson have been linked with the Falcons in numerous mock drafts, but obviously, a move into the top five could signal Atlanta's interest in another player.
There has been speculation that Tua Tagovailoa could fall in the first round, but if Atlanta really wanted him, making a big jump up the draft board would give the franchise the best chance of landing him.
Of course, it's also possible that the Falcons could pursue another top defensive player like Ohio State cornerback Jeff Okudah or Clemson linebacker Isaiah Simmons.
The Falcons have lots of options considering that they sit in the middle of the first round, but it does seem like trading up is in their plans as they try to get back to being a Super Bowl contender.
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