The Falcons made big defensive changes in the offseason. How much can they improve on last year's dismal statistical finish?

The Atlanta Falcons received a lot of criticism for double dipping at edge rusher in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft. But with focus shifting away from draft value to projections for the ...

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His 2025 outlook isn’t as clear as others, ... At the very least, Harrison should be a positive presence as a rotational piece along the defensive line. 2024 Falcons Draft Picks.

Yes, Atlanta was facing two brand new NFL starting quarterbacks, but Weeks 1 and 2 were the Falcons defense’s best opening two-game stretch of yards per play allowed (4.2) since at least 2000 ...

The Falcons held the Chargers to 56 yards rushing and 187 total yards, which were season-best marks for the defense. “We did an excellent job stopping the run,” Lake said.

Atlanta Falcons first-round draft picks Jalon Walker, left and James Pearce Jr., right, hold up their jerseys during a news conference, Friday, April 25, 2025, in Flowery Branch, Ga. Credit: AP ...

The Atlanta Falcons let go of Grady Jarrett in the offseason and had multiple issues with the defensive line last season, one big one being not getting to the quarterback.They ranked 31st in the ...

Of the 15 players PFF ranked as the best defensive free agents this offseason, edge rusher Khalil Mack and cornerback Rasul Douglas are the two I'd project as the most intriguing fits for the Falcons.

After Ulbrich, Morris and their 4-3 defense left in 2020, the Falcons ran a 3-4 from 2021-22. Ryan Nielsen, the team's defensive coordinator in 2023, reverted back to a 4-3 before Lake again ...

Last season the Falcons the No. 23 ranked defense in terms of total yards and points allowed. This defense needs a lot of work. You could argue the offense is in a really good spot right now.