Stats of Note: Vic Beasley Jr. led the team with four sacks, while adding 27 tackles (20 solo), one interception, two forced fumbles, and two passes defensed. According to NFL True Media, Beasley’s four sacks were a record for a Falcons rookie.
Jonathan Babineaux played 557 snaps, logging 31 tackles (23 solo) with 1.5 sacks, one interception, one forced fumble, and two passes defensed. He also logged eight quarterback hits and 18 quarterback hurries.
Rookie Grady Jarrett was the NFL's top-rated rookie defensive tackle/nose tackle, according to Pro Football Focus.