The Atlanta Falcons made a big splash on Thursday by officially signing four of their 2026 NFL Draft picks, the team confirmed. This move bolsters their roster with a mix of offensive firepower and defensive depth.

Leading the pack is third-round wide receiver Zachariah Branch, selected 79th overall. Branch brings explosive playmaking ability after a standout college career that saw him suit up for Georgia in 2025, following two seasons at USC (2023-24). Over 38 collegiate games, he hauled in 159 receptions for 1,634 yards and nine touchdowns, showcasing the kind of versatility that could make him an instant fan favorite in Atlanta’s passing attack.

On the defensive side, the Falcons locked in two key linebackers. Sixth-round pick Harold Perkins, whose signing was previously reported, is joined by fourth-rounder Kendal Daniels. Daniels, taken 134th overall, is a seasoned veteran after playing 52 games with 41 starts across stints at Oklahoma State (2022-24) and Oklahoma (2025). His stat sheet is impressive: 293 tackles, 33.5 tackles for loss, 16 passes defensed, 7.5 sacks, five interceptions, and two forced fumbles. He’s the kind of high-motor linebacker who can make plays all over the field.

Rounding out the signings is seventh-round offensive lineman Ethan Onianwa, selected 231st overall. Onianwa brings a powerful presence up front, having started 25 consecutive games at right tackle for Rice from 2022-23 before shifting to left tackle in 2024—starting all nine games he played that year. He then transferred to Ohio State for the 2025 season, adding big-program experience to his résumé.

With these signings, the Falcons are clearly building for the future, blending young talent with proven college production. For fans, this is an exciting glimpse into the team’s evolving identity—and a reminder that every new draft pick brings fresh energy to the gridiron.