Falcons rookie Kendal Daniels may start alongside Divine Deablo

Kendal Daniels, a fourth-round draft pick out of Oklahoma, is in contention to start for the Atlanta Falcons at linebacker this season. Daniels has impressed during the preseason and has occasionally worn the green dot due to injuries within the team. He could play alongside Divine Deablo in the Falcons' defense. Another rookie, Harold Perkins Jr. from LSU, may also see significant playing time, providing an explosive complement to Daniels. The team needs impactful performances from its rookies to challenge negative perceptions heading into 2026.

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