The Falcons have question marks dotting the defense, but a strong base to work with.
The Atlanta Falcons improved a year on the defensive side of the ball, though they cratered late in a way that put a dark cloud over that side of the ball thanks to injuries and ineffectiveness. The challenge this year won’t just be sustaining those modest gains, but exceeding them, ensuring the expected offensive improvement for Atlanta doesn’t go to waste.
The Falcons have put curiously few resources into ensuring that happens, with a major investment via the draft along the defensive front and a couple of modest signings in the secondary.