# Harold Perkins Jr. NFL player. Position: **LB**. Team: **ATL**. ## Quick Facts - **Position:** LB - **Team:** ATL (Atlanta Falcons) - **College:** LSU - **Draft:** 2026, Round 6 - **Background:** Former first-round prospect; 2024 ACL injury derailed stock ## 2026 Outlook Harold Perkins Jr. was once viewed as a future first-round draft pick at LSU before suffering a torn ACL in 2024 that significantly derailed his stock. The Atlanta Falcons selected him as a potential steal in the sixth round. Perkins landed in a perfect environment to recapture his form—the Falcons retained Jeff Ulbrich as defensive coordinator despite regime change, and Perkins is a picture-perfect fit for the traditional Kaden Elliss role, which requires elite athleticism. Don't be shocked if Perkins eventually plays opposite Divine Deablo in the Falcons' defense. His combination of talent and favorable scheme fit could lead to a strong rookie year (per One Rookie From Every NFL Draft Round Forcing Tough Depth Chart Decisions Already). Post-draft scouting noted that Perkins has struggled with explosiveness since his ACL injury in 2024, and his tackling technique needs work. However, he has good coverage skills and projects as an outstanding special teams contributor while he rebuilds strength (per 10 best available players for Bears on Day 3 of 2026 NFL Draft). ## Role / Depth Chart Competing for the Kaden Elliss off-ball linebacker role in the Falcons' defense. Long-term potential as a starter opposite Divine Deablo. ## Injury Status 2024 torn ACL at LSU. Returned to play in 2025 and appears healthy entering 2026 season. ## Recent News - 2026-04-22 — 7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Browns, Jets, and Cowboys steal value early as WR and... (7-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft: Browns, Jets, and Cowboys steal value early as WR and...) - 2026-06-11 — Projecting the Falcons’ 53-Man Roster & Depth Chart After OTAs (Projecting the Falcons’ 53-Man Roster & Depth Chart After OTAs) - 2026-04-15 — 2026 ROOKIE IDP Mock Draft v2.0 | Fantasy In Frames (2026 ROOKIE IDP Mock Draft v2.0 ) - 2026-06-08 — One Rookie From Every NFL Draft Round Forcing Tough Depth Chart Decisions Already (One Rookie From Every NFL Draft Round Forcing Tough Depth Chart Decisions Already) - 2026-04-25 — 10 best available players for Bears on Day 3 of 2026 NFL Draft (10 best available players for Bears on Day 3 of 2026 NFL Draft) - 2026-05-02 — 2026 NFL Draft team grades are in: Full report cards for all 32 clubs (2026 NFL Draft team grades are in: Full report cards for all 32 clubs) - 2026-04-20 — 2026 NFL Draft: Seven-round full mock draft picks for every team (2026 NFL Draft: Seven-round full mock draft picks for every team) - 2026-04-21 — Bucs Draft 2026 Preview + Bucs Best Bets: ILB (Bucs Draft 2026 Preview + Bucs Best Bets: ILB) - 2026-04-17 — Patrick Graham Reveals Vision For More Flexible Steelers Defense (Patrick Graham Reveals Vision For More Flexible Steelers Defense) - 2026-04-27 — 2026 NFL Draft Grades For All 32 Teams (2026 NFL Draft Grades For All 32 Teams) ## Open Questions ## Sources --- Source: https://chatffb.com/players/harold-perkins-jr · ChatFFB — fantasy football answers updated from a live news wiki.