"The East-West Shrine Bowl festivities have ended, and there are a handful of prospects that boosted their stock and caught the attention of analysts. The team is going to have to be calculated with their minimal draft assets this coming spring, and Shrine is a great place to do some bargain shopping. Here are four prospects that could be intriguing options for the Atlanta Falcons."
"The Falcons desperately need to inject some juice into the special teams unit, and Wetjen has it in spades. Arguably the best returner in college football last year, Wetjen showcased his explosiveness all week at the Shrine Bowl and had quality reps as a receiver. While his main role would be as a returner, the Falcons offense could benefit from finally having a real vertical threat, even if it is for only 10 plays a game."
"Jackson made so much noise at the Shrine Bowl that the Senior Bowl has called him to come to their all-star game. The Florida State product is a physical marvel, officially checking in at 6'5\" 328lbs with 11\" hands and 35\" arms (85\" wingspan!). He eats double teams for breakfast and is a force against the run, exactly what the Falcons defensive interior needs."
Several prospects at the East-West Shrine Bowl boosted their draft stock and attracted NFL attention. The Atlanta Falcons need to use minimal draft assets carefully and can shop for value at the Shrine Bowl. Wetjen offers explosive kick/punt return ability and plays receiver, providing a vertical threat in limited offensive snaps and fits late-round selection. Darrell Jackson Jr. is a massive, powerful nose tackle with elite measurements who excels against the run and could project from the third round into the second. Parker showed versatility snapping at center and playing guard, increasing offensive line value.
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