The Atlanta Falcons are heading into a pivotal offseason, and with Kevin Stefanski now officially at the helm, change is not just expected - it’s necessary. After years of spinning their wheels, the Falcons are eyeing a full reset, and Stefanski has the green light to shape the roster and staff in a way that aligns with his vision. That means evaluating every piece of the puzzle, including the backfield behind Bijan Robinson.
Tyler Allgeier has been a steady contributor over the past three seasons, carving out a role as a reliable No. 2 behind the ultra-talented Robinson. But with free agency looming, Allgeier could be looking for a larger opportunity elsewhere - and the Falcons, tight against the salary cap, may not be in a position to match what he commands on the open market.
Enter Jerome Ford - a name Falcons fans should start getting familiar with.
Ford, a 2022 fifth-round pick out of Cincinnati, flashed real potential in Cleveland when given the chance. After Nick Chubb went down in 2023, Ford stepped in and delivered 813 rushing yards and four touchdowns.
He added versatility as a pass-catcher, hauling in a combined 81 receptions over the next two seasons. That dual-threat ability is exactly what Stefanski has leaned on in his offensive schemes - and that’s no coincidence.
The connection here runs deeper than just a need and a name. Stefanski coached Ford in Cleveland, so there’s already a foundation of trust and system familiarity.
That’s huge when you’re trying to plug in a complementary back behind a star like Bijan. Ford doesn’t need to be the guy - he needs to be the right guy.
Someone who can handle short-yardage work, spell Robinson without a drop-off in tempo, and step in seamlessly if needed.
At 26, Ford still has plenty of tread left and could come at a team-friendly price. That’s important, especially when you compare him to Allgeier, who just posted a career-high eight rushing touchdowns and might be looking to cash in as a potential starter elsewhere.
The Falcons would love to bring Allgeier back - but only if the price is right. And if it’s not, Ford offers a plug-and-play option who knows the system and has proven he can produce when called upon.
This isn’t about replacing a star. It’s about making smart, efficient moves to build a more complete roster. Allgeier has been a key piece of the offense since arriving from BYU, but he’s not irreplaceable - not when someone like Ford is available and fits the mold Stefanski is looking for.
As the Falcons work to end an eight-year playoff drought, every roster decision matters. This one - a potential swap of backup running backs - might not make headlines, but it could be one of those under-the-radar moves that pays off when the games start to count.