Question: Safety Justin Simmons said the Broncos’ first-half defense was “terrible.” What was particularly awful?
Answer: Just about everything. In the first half, Atlanta had eight plays that gained at least 10 yards and built a 20-3 lead.
On the first play, cornerback Michael Ojemudia slipped, freeing up tight end Hayden Hurst for 11 yards. On the second drive, cornerback Davontae Harris was beaten on a go route for a 51-yard touchdown. On the third drive, Harris kept his eyes on a scrambling Matt Ryan instead of his assignment (42-yard completion).