Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that Auburn DE/OLB Dee Ford is visiting the Falcons Tuesday.
- Ford has also met with the Patriots, Saints, Colts, Texans and Buccaneers.
Ford is an explosive athlete who could find himself sneaking into the first round because of his pass-rushing ability.
Atlanta’s first two picks are at No. 6 and No. 37, although GM Les Snead is not afraid to pull the trigger on a draft day trade.
The Falcons are expected to use a 3-4 base defense more often this season, and Ford would likely fit that scheme well as an edge rusher. Â Atlanta had 32 sacks last season, which put them only ahead of Chicago and Jacksonville.
Last year, Ford totaled 29 tackles, — 14.5 of which were for a loss — 10.5 sacks, and two forced fumbles.
We have Ford going No. 27 to the Saints in our most recent 2014 NFL Mock Draft.
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