The Atlanta Falcons must fill on both sides of the ball out of season, before any potential accident. One position where the team could use an infusion of depth and talent is to run back.
Ito Smith and Qadree Ollison will return in 2021, but Todd Gurley and Brian Hill are unrestricted free agents. The project is probably the best option for the Falcons to upgrade, but as GM Terry Fontenot put it when he was hired, the team will explore all avenues in finding talent.
Here are 12 runners Atlanta could follow in a free agency.
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