The Facts: According to Heavy, the Falcons are potentially in the market forGaroppolo. “Don’t be surprised if the Falcons jump in,” Heavy’s Matt Lombardo tweeted. “You aren’t going to know about Desmond Ridder for two or three years, at best, and they can’t afford to wait that long.” Atlanta Falcons analyst Cam Marino added that the Falcons are one of five teams that have called about Jimmy G.

Diehards Line: With Garoppolo’s market now officially heating up, the buzz will begin rolling out regarding his potential landing spot. Garoppolo is expected to be traded soon, giving him little time to learn a new playbook and acquaint himself with his teammates before the season kicks off. In 2021, Garoppolo appeared in 15 games for the 49ers and completed 68.3 percent of his passes for 3,810 yards, 20 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. He also rushed for 51 yards and three touchdowns.