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Atlanta Falcons need their pass rush to show up early

The Atlanta Falcons open up the season against the Vikings, Eagles, Colts, Titans, Texans, Cardinals, Rams and Seahawks before their bye week: all playoff contenders.

And what do these quarterbacks have in common? All mobile. Some among the most mobile in the league. Look at Russell Wilson and Marcus Mariota. The two quarterbacks give defenses fits when they get outside the pocket and each has breakaway speed.

The Falcons edge rushers have to get pressure and contain. The emphasis on rushing in sync will be on full display to start the season.