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Falcons drop ex-No.2 pick
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The Atlanta Falcons are making changes to their roster ahead of the 2023 season, with a focus on revamping their quarterback room.
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On Tuesday, the Falcons announced the release of Marcus Mariota,
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a move that will save the team $12 million against the salary cap.
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Mariota signed a two-year, $18.75 million contract with Atlanta prior to last season and was named the starting quarterback during training camp.
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Mariota kept the job until Week 15 when he was benched for rookie Desmond Ridder.
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Despite some big games, Mariota's overall performance was inconsistent,
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finishing the 2022 season with 2,219 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, and nine interceptions.
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He added 438 rushing yards and four scores on the ground.
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As the former No. 2 overall pick, Mariota had high expectations,
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but he did not do enough to prove he is worthy of starting for a team next season.
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The Falcons will now look to fill the void, and many expect them to target a quarterback in the NFL Draft,
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where they currently hold the eighth overall pick.
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The release of Mariota gives the Falcons more flexibility in their approach to the draft,
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as they could now be one of the teams inquiring about trading up to the No. 1 pick to secure a top-tier quarterback.
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It's clear that the Falcons are serious about making changes and building a competitive team for the upcoming season.