The Falcons selected defensive back Damontae Kazee out of San Diego State with the No. 149 overall pick in the 2017 NFL Draft.
Kazee, a ballhawk, finished his 2015 season recording eight interceptions --tied for second most interceptions in the FBS. He was named Mountain West Defensive Player of the Year after recording 75 tackles and seven pass breakups in addition to his eight interceptions.