Falcons had formal meeting with Texas CB Malik Muhammad
Falcons met with Texas CB Malik Muhammad at 2026 NFL Scouting Combine
The Atlanta Falcons have made several under-the-radar moves in free agency, but they haven't forgotten about the 2026 NFL Draft. On Wednesday, the team showed up in full force at Georgia's pro day, including president of football Matt Ryan, general manager Ian Cunningham and head coach Kevin Stefanski. While the Falcons don't have a first-round pick this year, the draft has seven rounds for a reason and this front office group is determined to find impact players.
Aside from scouting Bulldogs, Atlanta has been looking elsewhere for talent. According to SI draft analyst Justin Melo , Atlanta formally met with Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad at the scouting combine. The Longhorns standout has drawn plenty of interest around the league.
"I had a formal interview at the NFL Combine with the Atlanta Falcons," Muhammad told NFL Draft On SI . "I have a two-day visit with the Dallas Cowboys coming up. I’ve already met with the Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers [virtually].
I’m actually scheduled to meet with the Panthers a second time. " Texas CB Malik Muhammad is one of my favorite DBs in the 2026 NFL Draft. NFL teams are taking notice.