Falcons draft strategy and targets with Thor Nystrom

TL;DR

The Falcons face a challenging 2026 NFL Draft with limited picks and significant needs. Thor Nystrom discusses their strategy and potential targets for Day 2 of the draft.

Key points

Falcons have limited draft capital for 2026 NFL Draft
Team has significant needs to address
Discussion includes draft strategy and Day 2 targets

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LUBBOCK, TEXAS - OCTOBER 25: Lee Hunter #2 of the Texas Tech Red Raiders reaches for Trent Howland #24 of the Oklahoma State Cowboys during the first half of the game at Jones AT&T Stadium on October 25, 2025 in Lubbock, Texas. (Photo by John E. Moore III/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Falcons have limited draft capital and a lot of needs in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft. Kevin Knight is joined by Thor Nystrom to discuss Atlanta’s new brain trust, draft strategy with no first rounder and only five picks, and top targets for the Falcons on Day 2. Fellow Falcoholics, welcome to another episode of the Dirty Birds and Brews podcast! You can also listen to all of our video shows in an audio-only podcast format, available on all your favorite podcast platforms or by using the player below. If you’re interested in supporting the show, check out our Patreon page to unlock access to exclusive perks including Patron Q&A sessions, Discord perks, live shout-outs and more! Be sure to check out the new community Discord server here! Come chat with your fellow Falcons fans about the show, the team, the NFL draft, and more. You can watch the show here on The Falcoholic, but we recommend for the best experience—including full 1080p HD video and access to the live Q&A in the chat. You can also access the show using your smart TV or device using the YouTube app for the real big-screen experience! We hope you enjoy the show! If you have comments, we’d love to hear them. Send them to us on Twitter (@FalcoholicLive), leave them below, or e-mail the show at . Thanks for watching!

Q&A

What is the Falcons' draft strategy for the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Falcons are focusing on maximizing their limited draft capital and addressing multiple team needs despite not having a first-round pick.

Who are the top targets for the Falcons on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft?

While specific names weren't detailed, the discussion highlights that the Falcons are prioritizing key positions to strengthen their roster.

How many picks do the Falcons have in the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Falcons have only five picks in the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft, which limits their options for addressing team needs.