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2015 NFL Draft: 5 Last-Minute Atlanta Falcons Rumors

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Here are the five most credible rumors circulating in regards to the Atlanta Falcons’ intentions in the 2015 NFL Draft.

5. Falcons Want To Fortify Pass Rush With Shane Ray

5. Falcons Want To Fortify Pass Rush With Shane Ray Getty Images
Many lifelong draft scholars maintain that Missouri DE Shane Ray will be taken in the top seven selections of the first round. However, in the scenario that Ray falls to Atlanta at No. 8, you can expect the Falcons to pull the trigger, according to credible whispers.

Many lifelong draft scholars maintain that Missouri DE Shane Ray will be taken in the top seven selections of the first round. However, in the scenario that Ray falls to Atlanta at No. 8, you can expect the Falcons to pull the trigger, according to credible whispers.

4. Kentucky's Bud Dupree Is Another Alternative At No. 8

4. Kentucky's Bud Dupree Is Another Alternative At No. 8 Getty Images
Although it appears as if the aforementioned Ray is the Falcons' first choice from a pass rush perspective, rumors have been circulating that perhaps that is not the case. Instead, it's Kentucky's Bud Dupree who is the Falcons' true object of affection.

Although it appears as if the aforementioned Ray is the Falcons' first choice from a pass rush perspective, rumors have been circulating that perhaps that is not the case. Instead, it's Kentucky's Bud Dupree who is the Falcons' true object of affection.

3. Clemson's Vic Beasley Also Desired Selection At No. 8

3. Clemson's Vic Beasley Also Desired Selection At No. 8 Getty Images
Let's be completely honest: even the most seasoned draft wizards have no clue what the Falcons are going to do at No. 8. Yeah, they know Atlanta is taking pass rush; that really isn't debatable under any circumstance. However, with Vic Beasley's name also being bandied about at No. 8, there's simply no telling who the Falcons will ultimately take even if all three players were available.

Let's be completely honest: even the most seasoned draft wizards have no clue what the Falcons are going to do at No. 8. Yeah, they know Atlanta is taking pass rush; that really isn't debatable under any circumstance. However, with Vic Beasley's name also being bandied about at No. 8, there's simply no telling who the Falcons will ultimately take even if all three players were available.

2. Falcons Pass On TE, Take Cornerback In Second Round?

2. Falcons Pass On TE, Take Cornerback In Second Round? Getty Images
The most vociferous whisper surrounding Atlanta's second-round intentions has been that the Falcons are targeting TE Maxx Williams. However, conflicting credible theories have circulated. Instead, it could be Utah CB Eric Rowe at No. 42.

The most vociferous whisper surrounding Atlanta's second-round intentions has been that the Falcons are targeting TE Maxx Williams. However, conflicting credible theories have circulated. Instead, it could be Utah CB Eric Rowe at No. 42.

1. Falcons Want A RB In Third Round

1. Falcons Want A RB In Third Round Getty Images
Atlanta is rumored to be incredibly interested in Boise State RB Jay Ajayi. Ajayi is probably a second-round talent, but it appears he will fall into the third round. And if that indeed occurs, the Falcons will be there to catch him if he's still available at No. 73.

Atlanta is rumored to be incredibly interested in Boise State RB Jay Ajayi. Ajayi is probably a second-round talent, but it appears he will fall into the third round. And if that indeed occurs, the Falcons will be there to catch him if he's still available at No. 73.

Timothy Downs is a writer for RantSports. Follow him on Twitter and like him on Facebook.
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