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Atlanta Falcons: New linebacker could be a difference maker

Dec 29, 2019; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Frank Gore (20) avoids the tackle attempt of New York Jets outside linebacker Brandon Copeland (51) during the second quarter at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Atlanta Falcons have quietly added a defensive piece that will make a huge difference.

Not much thought has been given to the free agents that the Atlanta Falcons have signed – not because these guys aren’t good enough but rather, they simply weren’t among the elite guys available at their positions.

As general manager Terry Fontenot said at the start of free agency, the franchise was going to have to look hard to find diamonds in the rough and they may have done just that on the defensive side of the ball.