Falcons Brass Scouts Top QB Prospects at Oregon-Oklahoma State
Atlanta Falcons president Matt Ryan and GM Ian Cunningham attended the Oregon-Oklahoma State game to evaluate quarterback prospects for the 2027 draft. Oregon's Dante Moore struggled, completing 14 of 29 passes for 191 yards and two touchdowns in the upset loss. Oklahoma State's Drew Mestemaker impressed with 317 passing yards and a rushing touchdown.
The Falcons' front office traveled to Stillwater to watch two projected first-round quarterback prospects in one game. Dante Moore, the senior Oregon passer, had a rough outing, completing fewer than half his attempts in the upset loss. Drew Mestemaker, the Oklahoma State redshirt sophomore, delivered a strong all-around performance with both passing and rushing production.
Atlanta's quarterback situation remains unsettled entering the 2026 season. Cooper Rush is slated to start Week 1 with Tua Tagovailoa injured and Michael Penix Jr. recovering from a torn ACL. The team's draft positioning will depend heavily on how the season unfolds under new head coach Kevin Stefanski.
This scouting trip could shape the Falcons' franchise direction for years. If the quarterback situation remains unstable, a high draft pick may be used on a signal-caller, affecting team performance and fan engagement. The decision could also influence the careers of current players and the team's competitive trajectory in the NFC, with broader implications for the local fan base and league parity.