Matthew Bergeron is currently a big part of why the Atlanta Falcons are 2-2.

During the 2023 draft, the Dallas Cowboys were debating whether to pick defensive tackle Mazi Smith or offensive guard Matthew Bergeron. The latter, a standout lineman for Syracuse, was under the impression he’d be suiting up for the Lone Star.

Matthew Bergeron named Atlanta's top breakout candidate by PFF

With the new contract for running back Bijan Robinson, the Falcons have recently given big deals to four young players who have become part of the nucleus of the team.

Tua Tagovailoa made his 11-on-11 debut at Atlanta Falcons training camp on Monday as full pads went on for the first time. A strong fan turnout made its presence known with applause as Tagovailoa took the field, rookie receiver Zachariah Branch showed flashes of brilliance and Jeff Ulbrich returned to the practice facility. Offensive guard Matthew Bergeron had one extra thing to smile about after signing a four-year, $96 million contract extension on Saturday, joining a list of young Falcons playmakers who have been rewarded for their efforts leading up to the season.

The Atlanta Falcons have taken care of a big piece of business, but it wasn't a new contract extension for star running back Bijan Robinson. The post Falcons Announce $96 Million Contract Extension, but it isn’t for Bijan Robinson appeared first on HEAVY.

Zachariah Branch wows fans at camp, Matthew Bergeron gets $96M in new Falcons Recap