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Falcons expected to start $6M rookie ballhawk, former NCAA INT leader, at safety in week 1

The Atlanta Falcons are aiming to return to the playoffs for the first time in years. Much of their success will depend on the defense—especially the younger players stepping up. However, the defensive line also needs to improve after a lackluster performance last season.

“Raheem Morris says he was tired of getting grilled for the lack of a pass rush for the Falcons, and they were intentional about fixing that this offseason,” Will McFadden wrote. "That's got to change, and the only way to change that is to change that."

The defense will feature a mix of young talent and veteran leadership, but much of the responsibility will fall on safety Jessie Bates to help guide the y

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