FLOWERY BRANCH – Falcons cornerback Robert Alford, the hero of the Washington win with his 59-yard interception return for a touchdown in overtime, could have put up a fuss when informed that he was moving inside to nickel back.
But he took the move in stride and has embraced his new role. He will stay outside at right cornerback in the base defense.
“What I like is that he has a great attitude,” defensive coordinator Richard Smith said.