Bralen Trice’s rookie season with the Atlanta Falcons ended before it even began due to a torn ACL he suffered during the preseason. The third-round draft pick from 2024 had been expected to make an impact as an outside linebacker, but his injury sidelined him for the entire year. Despite the setback, the Falcons remain confident that Trice will be a key contributor to their pass rush when he’s back to full health.
At the time of his injury, head coach Raheem Morris had been excited about Trice’s progress in training camp and the preseason. Trice had impressed coaches with his skills, and the team was eager to see him develop into a reliable pass rusher. While the Falcons’ pass rush struggled in 2024, ranking second-to-last in sacks, Trice’s absence didn’t help, especially as other rookie defensive linemen also faced challenges.
However, Morris is optimistic that Trice, along with other players like Ruke Orhorhoro and Brandon Dorlus, will take significant steps forward in their second year. The Falcons have made some defensive upgrades this offseason, but Morris still believes that getting Trice healthy and contributing will be crucial for improving their defense.
Trice is back to work this offseason and is ready to get back on the field. If he can stay healthy, he has the potential to help turn around the Falcons’ pass rush and be a big part of their defense moving forward.
Bralen Trice: Why the Falcons Are Confident He’ll Deliver After His Injury-Shortened Debut”
