Atlanta Falcons Land a Major Win

Falcons Land a Steal, Sign Former Kansas CB Cobee Bryant as UDFA

The Atlanta Falcons’ successful NFL Draft continued even after the final pick, as they signed former Kansas cornerback Cobee Bryant as an undrafted free agent. Back in March, Falcons on SI highlighted potential defensive backs who could fill the “nickel” role in new defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich’s system, with Bryant being a notable name.

Despite being projected as high as the 61st overall pick (2nd round), Bryant was still regarded as a top-150 talent before the draft. However, the Falcons were able to sign him as a UDFA, making it a major coup.

Standing 6 feet tall and weighing 180 pounds, Bryant made history as the first player in Kansas program history to earn First-Team All-Big 12 honors three years in a row. Over his career with the Jayhawks, he started 42 games, recording 13 interceptions and 128 tackles.

In his final season, Bryant showcased his versatility, allowing only two touchdowns on 46 targets (841 coverage snaps) while ranking third in run defense among all college cornerbacks, according to PFF. He also posted career-highs in combined tackles (37) and tied his career-best with 4 interceptions.

Kansas CB Cobee Bryant is signing with the #Falcons, per sources.

Bryant was a 3x First-Team All Big-12 performer for the Jayhawks. He had 13 career INTs, including two career pick-sixes. pic.twitter.com/os3wWO7V8V

— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) April 27, 2025

Film analysis highlights Bryant as a highly instinctive and polished corner, with a strong nose for the ball and a willingness to contribute in run support. While he’s a bit lighter and can struggle against larger receivers in space, his ball skills and ability to read route development and quarterback intentions shine in zone coverage. If Bryant can refine his technique and limit penalties, he has the potential to earn nickel snaps in the NFL.

At the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine, Bryant ran a 4.53-second 40-yard dash and had the fifth-highest “production score” among cornerbacks, according to Next Gen Stats.

Although the Falcons didn’t draft a cornerback, they selected two safeties, including Billy Bowman, who Ulbrich mentioned as a possible nickel option. Signing Bryant—who was projected to go no later than the fifth round—adds another valuable piece to their secondary.