There's high hopes for the Atlanta Falcons locally. The team could have better, or at least more consistent, quarterback play with a breakout season from Michael Penix Jr. The Falcons could also get better edge rushing production from rookies Jalon walker and James Pearce Jr.

The second year of the Raheem Morris era in Atlanta is off to a good start as the Falcons work their way through Day 2 of mandatory minicamp. While these camp practices aren't overly physical, they do give players a chance to build chemistry heading into the season.

Organized team activities are in the books. Now, the NFL offseason continues with the Atlanta Falcons beginning their three-day mandatory minicamp. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. started the last three games of the Falcon’s regular season,