The Falcoholic · Dec 12, 2024
Falcons secondary can’t solely depend on star power
When quarterbacks normally produce big games against the Atlanta Falcons’ defense, they are usually aided by operating in a clean pocket for most of the game. It’s rare for them to have the pocket collapse, let alone be sacked. That’s how insipid the pass rush has been in Atlanta since producing 39 sacks in 2017.
It’s been the same for most of this season with quarterbacks such as Bo Nix and Baker Mayfield at ease finding their receiving options across the field without much resistance. While Sam Darnold was the latest quarterback to join the club of having a memorable passing performance against the Falcons’ defense, his five-touchdown game couldn’t have been more different.
