Atlanta Falcons OL named to NFL.com All-Breakout Team

There are a lot of young players scattered throughout the Atlanta Falcons roster. Recently, NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks recognized one of the team’s young talents as a top candidate for the NFL All-Breakout Team this season.

In Brooks’ words, these players are “ready to make some noise” sooner rather than later, and Atlanta has a starter on the offensive line who has been retained.

Syracuse’s 6’5, 325-pound sophomore guard Matthew Bergeron was thrust into action last season. He started all 17 games for former head coach Arthur Smith as a rookie, showing his immense potential, particularly as a run blocker.

However, according to Bucky Brooks, his full ability as a pass protector in an offense capable of consistently pushing the ball downfield in the passing attack has yet to be fully revealed, leaving coaches and fans eagerly awaiting his future performances.

“The athletic inside blocker is poised to shine in a revamped offense under new coordinator Zac Robinson who makes the most of his people-moving talents at the point of attack,” Brooks wrote on NFL.com.

“Bergeron’s movement skills should give running back Bijan Robinson more space on runs while providing enough protection for Kirk Cousins ​​to attack from the pocket. As Robinson develops a game plan that allows the Falcons to showcase their talented players on the perimeter, the football world might better appreciate the work Bergeron does between the tackles in 2024.”