CBS Sports lists Falcons rookie among top 10 players to watch
Falcons draft pick makes CBS Sports' rookie watch list for preseason Week 1
In his first offseason as general manager, the Atlanta Falcons were tasked with filling a void left by the departure of veteran linebacker Kaden Elliss. To accomplish this, the team's scouts focused on identifying talent in the middle rounds, ultimately selecting Oklahoma's Kendal Daniels and LSU's Harold Perkins on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft.
Currently listed as the second team on the depth chart, Perkins has proven himself worthy of being considered for the first-team roster during training camp. His ability to excel as both a linebacker and an edge rusher has been viewed as a potential asset in the modern NFL. CBS Sports has included Perkins on their list of 10 rookies to watch during the preseason, noting his promising performance so far.
As the Falcons open their preseason campaign against the Denver Broncos on Friday night at home, Perkins will undoubtedly be a player to watch. He may even challenge current first-team linebacker Christian Harris for a starting position, given that the season is still in its early stages. Other Falcons rookies to keep an eye on include second-round pick Avieon Terrell, third-round pick Zachariah Branch, and seventh-round pick Ethan Oninawa.
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