NFL Mock Draft: Falcons Take 'Outstanding' Northwestern OT Peter Skoronski

The Atlanta Falcons could eye an offensive lineman in this year's draft with Kaleb McGary testing free agency.

Jeremy Brener | Feb 16, 2023

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The Atlanta Falcons are hoping to replicate the success the offensive line had this past season for 2023.

That may be challenging with Kaleb McGary going into free agency, meaning tackle could be the ideal position to target as a start to the team's draft class.

In ESPN's latest mock draft, Northwestern tackle Peter Skoronski is mocked to the Falcons.

"Atlanta has Kaleb McGary and Chuma Edoga headed to free agency, meaning the offensive tackle depth chart is barren," ESPN writes. "And for a team that relies so heavily on the run, the line has to be a focus. Questions about Skoronski's length should get answers at the combine in a few weeks, but man, this guy's quickness, balance and awareness are outstanding.

"He takes great angles as a run-blocker, which should open things up for Tyler Allgeier and whoever else is taking handoffs next season."

The Falcons are building an identity by running the ball. As the league's third-best rushing offense this past season, it'd be wise to invest more into that part of the offense, and the trenches are key. That's why spending a pick on Skoronski or another top tackle makes sense for Atlanta and can help them return to the playoffs next season after a five-year drought.

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Published Feb 16, 2023

JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several Fan Nation websites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener has been with Fan Nation since 2021. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid. He moved to Orlando in 2016 to go to college and pursue a degree. He hosts "The Dream Take" podcast covering the Rockets, which has produced over 350 episodes since March 2020. Brener graduated in May 2020 from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. While at UCF, Brener worked for the school's newspaper NSM.today and "Hitting the Field," a student-run sports talk show and network. He was the executive producer for "Hitting the Field" from 2019-20. During his professional career, Brener has covered a number of major sporting events including the Pro Bowl, March Madness and several NBA and NFL games. As a fan, Brener has been to the 2005 World Series, 2010 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 NCAA National Championship between the Villanova Wildcats and North Carolina Tar Heels. Now, Brener still resides in the Central Florida area and enjoys writing, watching TV, hanging out with friends and going to the gym. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener. For more inquiries, please email jeremybrenerchs@gmail.com.