The Falcons' defensive back unit is ailing, and a key potential deadline acquisition just slipped away. The Titans traded cornerback Roger McCreary to the Rams on Monday morning, swiping the Falcons' chance at a cheap depth piece. A former second-round pick, McCreary is primarily a slot corner, but has some experience out wide.
The Falcons' main slot man this season, Billy Bowman Jr. missed the last two games with a hamstring injury. In his stead, Dee Alford stepped up and gained the Falcons' lone sack against the Dolphins. While Alford is a good depth piece, injuries have plagued this cornerback room, and more depth is a necessity.