Brandon Dorlus joins Falcons in 4th round

The Atlanta Falcons selected Oregon defensive lineman Brandon Dorlus in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL Draft, 109th overall.

Dorlus brings an intriguing skill set to the Falcons' defensive line and can play inside or outside. He racked up 27 tackles for loss and 12 sacks during his college career.

Pre-draft profile

Dorlus is a bit of a tweener. He doesn't quite have the size for an every-down role on the inside, and his athletic profile isn't a match for high-volume work on the edge. That doesn't mean he can't be an impact player at the next level, though. Dorlus' greatest value will come as an interior pass-rusher. His athleticism plays up when working against guards as he shows lateral quickness to complement his natural power. He makes the most of those traits with a wide array of pass-rush moves to consistently beat blocks and get into the backfield. While a rotational pass-rush role alone would yield significant value in today's game, Dorlus can also contribute as a plus run defender on the edge on early downs. Assuming he's deployed in the right role, the Oregon product could significantly outplay his draft position.