The Atlanta Falcons made team history when they selected Georgia Bulldogs linebacker Jalon Walker with the No. 15 pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Walker, who played at Georgia for three seasons, is the Falcons' first ever first-round pick from the University of Georgia during the common draft era.

Atlanta targets its biggest weakness—pass rush—by selecting dynamic edge rusher Jalon Walker at No. 15 overall, signaling a new era for the Falcons’ defense.