What happened: NFL Network's James Palmer reports that Drake London has "taken his game to another level" in the eyes of people inside the Atlanta Falcons building. Once viewed as a gifted athlete who lacked a competitive edge for contested catches, London is now seen as having found that "dog mentality" when the ball is in the air.

Why it matters: The praise lands days after the Falcons agreed to a four-year extension with London, signaling Atlanta's belief that its former first-round pick is becoming a true No. 1 receiver. A leap from talented athlete to elite, contested-catch threat would reshape the Falcons' passing-game ceiling for the upcoming 2026 season.

What to watch: Watch how London's reported growth translates once Atlanta opens its 2026 offseason program and training camp, and whether the team leans on him as its clear top target.