NFL Draft: Falcons Rookie Jovaughn Gwyn Brings 'Very Good Football IQ'

Among the list of goals for the Atlanta Falcons coming into the 2023 NFL Draft was finding some depth on the offensive line.

The team did that on Day 2 by taking Syracuse's Matthew Bergeron, who should be in contention to be the Week 1 starter at left guard for the Falcons in training camp. The team also grabbed some depth on Day 3 by taking South Carolina interior lineman Jovaughn Gwyn.

"Gwyn isn’t a great athlete and as he gets further downfield, there is noticeable strain on his film," SI Draft Bible writes. "Overall, Gwyn’s lack of size and length make him a prime candidate to switch to center at the next level, with guard versatility. He doesn’t have impressive traits but he has very good football IQ and experience. In a weaker interior offensive line class, Gwyn is a candidate to be selected and compete for a roster spot."

Overcoming some of his physical limitations at 6-1 weighing 297 pounds, Gwyn was voted Second-Team All-SEC by coaches thanks to his exceptional run blocking, a skill that should fit in nicely with Arthur Smith's run-heavy scheme, which mauled defenses last season.

Gwyn hopes that his football knowledge can land him a spot on the Falcons' 53-man roster this season.