More Falcons - The Heat Is On!
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NFC SouthAtlanta FalconsKey veteran additions: S Rich Coady; P Toby Gowin; LB Ed Hartwell; S Ronnie Heard; OG Matt Lehr; PK Todd Peterson; LB Ike Reese; OL Barry Stokes. Key veteran departures: LB Chris Draft; PK Jay Feely; OL Roberto Garza; S Cory Hall; DE Travis Hall; DT Ed Jasper; P Chris Mohr; LB Matt
Stewart.
Most significant change: The Falcons' offseason was pretty quiet, and considering the team was one win away from the Super Bowl, it wasn't in need of much change. Ex-Raven Hartwell adds more speed to the LB corps and should create more playmaking opportunities for Keith Brooking on the weak side.
Reasons for optimism: Atlanta's running attack was the best in the NFL last season, thanks to QB Michael Vick's athleticism, but Vick believes he can add some balance with an improved passing attack. Vick says he is more comfortable with the offense this season and is ready to put up big numbers through the air. With a solid, young receiving corps, he just might make good on his promise.
Causes for concern: The Falcons' run defense was porous at times last season, and DT Rod Coleman's recent off-the-field troubles could make a bad situation worse. The loss of DE Brady Smith for training camp (and possibly the start of the regular season) following surgery on his neck also is a huge blow that leaves the defensive line thin and vulnerable.
Battle to watch: WRs Michael Jenkins and Roddy White are itching to prove they can be stars in the NFL, and it could come at the cost of Peerless Price. Price is expensive and has been disappointing, and Jenkins has shown a lot of potential in workouts. If Price has a tough camp, he could find himself cut loose.
Don't be surprised if … second-year LB Demorrio Williams beats out free-agent addition Reese for the starting job on the strong side. Williams needs to find some consistency, but he has the speed and hunger that head coach Jim Mora Jr. is looking for in his linebackers this year.
Until tomorrow - Adios!
NFC SouthAtlanta FalconsKey veteran additions: S Rich Coady; P Toby Gowin; LB Ed Hartwell; S Ronnie Heard; OG Matt Lehr; PK Todd Peterson; LB Ike Reese; OL Barry Stokes. Key veteran departures: LB Chris Draft; PK Jay Feely; OL Roberto Garza; S Cory Hall; DE Travis Hall; DT Ed Jasper; P Chris Mohr; LB Matt
Stewart.Most significant change: The Falcons' offseason was pretty quiet, and considering the team was one win away from the Super Bowl, it wasn't in need of much change. Ex-Raven Hartwell adds more speed to the LB corps and should create more playmaking opportunities for Keith Brooking on the weak side.
Reasons for optimism: Atlanta's running attack was the best in the NFL last season, thanks to QB Michael Vick's athleticism, but Vick believes he can add some balance with an improved passing attack. Vick says he is more comfortable with the offense this season and is ready to put up big numbers through the air. With a solid, young receiving corps, he just might make good on his promise.
Causes for concern: The Falcons' run defense was porous at times last season, and DT Rod Coleman's recent off-the-field troubles could make a bad situation worse. The loss of DE Brady Smith for training camp (and possibly the start of the regular season) following surgery on his neck also is a huge blow that leaves the defensive line thin and vulnerable.
Battle to watch: WRs Michael Jenkins and Roddy White are itching to prove they can be stars in the NFL, and it could come at the cost of Peerless Price. Price is expensive and has been disappointing, and Jenkins has shown a lot of potential in workouts. If Price has a tough camp, he could find himself cut loose.
Don't be surprised if … second-year LB Demorrio Williams beats out free-agent addition Reese for the starting job on the strong side. Williams needs to find some consistency, but he has the speed and hunger that head coach Jim Mora Jr. is looking for in his linebackers this year.
Until tomorrow - Adios!
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