The Falcons defense rebounded after a miserable five game start to turn in some impressive performances down the stretch under Raheem Morris and Jeff Ulbrich, including total domination of the Raiders and a very impressive effort against the Chiefs. Despite that rally, the number of players you’d consider for defensive player of the year is...a small number.
You know the drill. Read up on our staff picks below and let us know your choice.
Grady Jarrett
Is it taboo to pick the same guy for MVP and DPOY? Eh, whatever.
Jarrett was the team’s best defender by a country mile.