Falcons Pursue Keenan Allen for QB Support

0:00It's March 6th for the NFL. Let's get into it. The Atlanta Falcons are gearing up for the legal tampering period. Just days away, which kicks off a busy free agency stretch. New General Manager Ian Cunningham has made some early roster tweaks, but his moves now will show his vision for the team heading into the draft. And the 2026 season. With holes at spots like defensive line, wide receiver, quarterback, linebacker, running back, and cornerback, fans are buzzing about potential. Targets. Earlier this week, the Falcons released wide receiver Darnell Mooney, leaving them with just Drake London and Casey Washington at the position. Cunningham called it a premium spot, and stressed the need to evaluate receivers closely. Filling out that room through free agency, the draft, or both, will be key to supporting young quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Plenty of talk has centered on adding a veteran to help Penix develop and ease pressure on London and tie it in Kyle Pitts. Sports Illustrator writer Gilberto Manzano suggested pursuing Keenan Allen

1:02as an affordable option who can get open quick and mentor the youngsters. Allen, who turns 34 before next season, put up 81 catches for 777 yards and four touchdowns last year with the Chargers. Despite some injury history, he's a steady hand who spend most of his career there with a short stand in Chicago and a cheap $3 million dollar. Deal back in Los Angeles for 2025. If Allen hits free agency, the Falcons should reach out and see about bringing him to flowery branch. It could mirror past mentor pairings that boosted Atlanta's receivers, setting up a stronger offense moving forward. This episode is supported by our sponsor. If sleep podcasts are your thing, this is your pillow, built for comfort and calm,