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The Atlanta Falcons are widely expected to prioritize defense in the 2025 NFL Draft, and team owner Arthur Blank reaffirmed that direction at the NFL's annual spring meeting. Still, with limited draft capital and only five picks in total, the Falcons may look to add value on offense in the later rounds, particularly at wide receiver and along the interior offensive line.
One name that has surfaced as a potential late-round option is Arkansas wide receiver Andrew Armstrong, a productive and physically intriguing prospect who could fit Atlanta's long-term plans.
Armstrong's Versatility and Production Turn Heads
According to The Draft Network's Justin Melo, the Falcons conducted a virtual meeting with Armstrong during Arkansas' pro day, signaling genuine interest in the former Razorback. At 6-foot-3 and 200 pounds, Armstrong brings ideal size for an NFL receiver and has experience lining up both in the slot and on the perimeter.
In 2024, Armstrong led the SEC with 78 receptions and 1,140 receiving yards, building on a solid 2023 campaign where he posted 56 catches for 764 yards. His 4.51-second 40-yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine showcased enough straight-line speed to stay competitive at the next level, especially considering his physical style and catch radius.
That production, combined with his frame and versatility, makes Armstrong a compelling prospect for teams like the Falcons that are searching for developmental talent with long-term upside.
Developmental Potential with Measurable Tools
Though his college numbers are impressive, Armstrong is generally projected as a Day 3 pick. Pro Football Focus ranks him as the No. 172 overall prospect in the class-likely placing him in the fifth-round range. The Falcons, who have minimal early-round ammunition, could view Armstrong as a low-cost, high-upside addition to their receiver room.
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein offered a tempered evaluation, citing Armstrong's size and ball skills but questioning his separation ability at the pro level.
"Long-limbed, tight-hipped wideout with average feet and a lack of separation talent," Zierlein noted. "He doesn't get in and out of breaks quickly enough to separate and lacks the pure gas to be a field-stretching option, but he has good size and ball skills."
Such a profile aligns with what the Falcons may be looking for in a developmental piece who doesn't need to contribute immediately but could provide depth behind established targets like Drake London, Darnell Mooney, and Ray-Ray McCloud.
A Logical Fit for Atlanta's Late-Round Strategy
If the Falcons do address receiver in this draft, it's unlikely to happen before Day 3. Even then, their early Day 3 selections will likely go toward defensive reinforcements. But should Armstrong remain available in the later rounds, he fits the profile of a player Atlanta might be willing to take a chance on, someone who may not be polished but brings the physical tools and college production to warrant development at the next level.