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How the Jessie Bates trade impacts the Falcons' defense
The Atlanta Falcons traded star safety Jessie Bates to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for draft compensation, including a second-round pick in 2027 and a fifth-round pick in 2028. Ali Mac, Mike Johnson, and Beau Morgan break down the blockbuster deal on The Morning Shift. They analyze why Atlanta moved on from Bates, what this means for the defense going forward, and whether more roster moves are coming before the deadline.
















