Mike S. from Calgary (again, because he asked some good questions)
Is it too early to fire up the free agent/draft needs articles, because I certainly don't want to hear about winning out and going 10-7. I think we need: WR, TE, nose tackle, linebacker and maybe now's the time to talk about long-term kicker. What do you think the team needs next year to compete for the division? I think some of those are better addressed in the draft and some others will be free agency.
It's not a flashy position but you have to start thinking about your offensive tackle spot long-term. For as much of an iron man as Jake Matthews has been, the reality is he's in the twilight of his career. Kaleb McGary will return next season from injury, but he is on a shorter-term deal. You have to figure out a plan there.
While you're at it, you have to address the center position, too. I think Ryan Neuzil is a good backup, but you need a solidified starter, in my opinion.
Then, there's your skill guys: The wide receivers, tight ends and (yes, if you don't bring back Tyler Allgeier) running backs of the bunch. This season has shown the lack of depth the Falcons currently have at receiver. Outside of London, no one is producing at a clip you can rely on. You need more out of that group for sure.
And no one may want to hear it, but the Falcons will have to look at quarterbacks, too, considering you don't know if you will have Penix available to you to start 2026.
Nose tackle, eh. I can take it or leave it. Kicker, yeah, you gotta figure it out. But all of the positions I mentioned above? That's where I think my priorities lie right now.