A steal in the 3rd round, as Watts was a very good player for the Fighting Irish. 13 interceptions in his last two seasons with one pick six and being a two-time all-American. This pick is very good for the Falcons as they have brought in a potential starter in the secondary to complement Jesse Bates.

ATLANTA -- The 2025 NFL draft (8 p.m. ET on ESPN, ABC, ESPN App) began Thursday and is being held in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The Atlanta Falcons bolster their defense in Round 1 with Georgia linebacker Jalon Walker at No. 15, then traded with the Rams to land James Pearce Jr. at No. 26.

The Atlanta Falcons have selected Oklahoma safety Billy Bowman in the fourth round of the 2025 NFL draft. The versatile defensive back can play both safety spots and provide depth at the nickel position for Atlanta.