With Jeff Ulbrich as the new defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons, there are expectations for potential player acquisitions that leverage his previous relationships. Jamien Sherwood and Derek Barnett are two notable free agents who have direct ties to Ulbrich and new assistant coaches. Sherwood, an inside linebacker, has excelled since being drafted under Ulbrich's leadership with the Jets. Barnett, now a free agent, has seen success under Nate Ollie’s coaching, making him another strategic target. Both players could significantly bolster a Falcons defense looking for improvements.
This is about as clean of a fit as you can possibly find. Sherwood was drafted the year Ulbrich took over the Jets defense and has worked with new passing game coordinator Mike Rutenberg over that entire time.
The Jets will likely prioritize keeping him around, but the Falcons should make every effort to pry Sherwood loose and reunite him with Ulbrich and Rutenberg.
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