After a second consecutive excellent performance by the defense, they deserve recognition. The signs of their success come from being stout on third down.
It has been almost a decade since the Falcons’ defensive line has been the main positive talking point through consecutive games, even in preseason. The pass rush once again shone through five drives in shutting out the Jets’ offense. Optimism is flowing following promising performances from Vic Beasley, Jonathan Babineaux, Adrian Clayborn, and more. It’s essential that the Falcons force opposing quarterbacks out of the pocket or force them to make quicker decisions instead of being comfortable by looking through their progressions.