Atlanta Journal-Constitution · Oct 29, 2015
Alford embracing move to nickel back
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.
+101115 ATLANTA: — SUDDEN DEATH — Falcons head coach Dan Quinn (far right) and his team begin to celebrate as cornerback“What I like is that he has a great attitude,” defensive coordinator Richard Smith said. “He’s not upset saying, ‘man I should be playing outside.’ He’s (doing) what’s best for the football team.”
