Hawkins currently projects to be a reserve option in the Falcons secondary in 2023, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Hawkins seems destined to back up Richie Grant at strong safety in 2023 after Atlanta signed free safety Jessie Bates in March. Hawkins was a very productive starter in 2022, recording 84 tackles, six pass deflections, two interceptions and a forced fumble while scoring a defensive touchdown over 16 games.