As we’ve been doing for several years now, we’ll break down the Pittsburgh Steelers’ opponent each week, telling you what to expect from a scheme and individual standpoint. This year, Jonathan Heitritter and I will cover the opposing team’s defense. I will focus on scheme, Jonathan on the players.
Continuing things with the Atlanta Falcons’ defense
ALEX’S SCHEME REPORT
FALCONS RUN DEFENSE
They’re allowing 4.4 yards per carry, just about average in the league entering the week. They’re a base 4-3 front but like many defenses this year, they’re far from a static personnel. Their ends can play with their hand up and they will use 5-2 fronts against heavy personnel groupings, two-back and 12/13 personnel looks.