The Falcons will report to training camp this time next week, but there could still be a couple of moves on the horizon.

The defense needs bolstering. I hope to god that Raheem Morris isn’t content with the cornerback room, but the safety and edge units could also use some TLC.

In that same breath, the Falcons have a surplus of quarterbacks and could end up trading Talyor Heinicke, who appeared on Bleacher Report’s trade block big board.

9. Taylor Heinicke, QB, Atlanta Falcons

Potential Landing Spots: Las Vegas Raiders, New York Giants
Projected Trade Value: 2025 fifth-round pick

The Falcons are in an obvious position to move Heinicke; no team needs two backup quarterbacks. After signing Kirk Cousins to a $180 million free agent deal and drafting Michael Penix Jr. with a top 10 pick, the veteran Heinicke became expendable.

Now, the only factor working against a potential trade is Heinicke’s price tag. He took a pay cut earlier in the offseason and is only accounting for a $4.5 million cap hit; that’s a more than fair number.

However, the Falcons should be interested in getting back a defender, if possible, or an earlier Day 3 draft pick. Heinicke has started nearly 30 games in the NFL, including in the postseason. He could be had for a fifth-rounder and will be a dirt cheap starter; there will be interest.

As of right now, the Giants and Raiders do make some sense, but more openings could emerge as we get into training camp. Whether it’s underperformers or injuries, some team will have a need for Taylor Heinicke. It would be a missed opportunity if the Falcons don’t capitalize.