Falcons trade up, pick Clemson DT Ruke Orhorhoro in 2nd round

Apr 26 2024 by The Falcoholic

 
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Atlanta adds pass rush punch to its defensive front, selecting an interior defender to spell and eventually supplant their older starters.

The Atlanta Falcons traded up, surrendering pick No. 79 in the third round, to snag the 35th pick in the draft and select Clemson defensive tackle Ruke Orhorhoro.

A surprise selection here—he was projected to go in the third round in most every mock draft and prospect ranking I saw—Orhorhoro is a tough,...

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