There's high hopes for the Atlanta Falcons locally. The team could have better, or at least more consistent, quarterback play with a breakout season from Michael Penix Jr. The Falcons could also get better edge rushing production from rookies Jalon walker and James Pearce Jr.

Penix is about to start in his first full season after taking over for Cousins in 2024, after a down year for the veteran. All offseason it was all about the Cousins trade rumors, but it looks like he will stick around and be the veteran leader to help out the young quarterback.

The second year of the Raheem Morris era in Atlanta is off to a good start as the Falcons work their way through Day 2 of mandatory minicamp. While these camp practices aren't overly physical, they do give players a chance to build chemistry heading into the season.