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NFL Football Players Draft Injuries Rookies Season SuperbowlPublished: May 18, 2009
Last season, the Falcons were fortunate to have a potent offense because their defense was porous, particularly the run defense. In fact, last season the Falcons were ranked 25th in run defense, surrendered 4.9 yards per carry, and allowed 127.5 rushing yards per game.
Atlanta’s worst run defense showings included allowing 184 rushing yards against Kansas City, 192 rushing yards against Philadelphia, 184 rushing yards against New Orleans, and 202 rushing yards in the season-finale against St. Louis.
Additionally, run defense, or lack thereof, was one of the key factors in Atlanta’s 30-24 playoff loss to the Arizona Cardinals. During that loss, Atlanta struggled to get pen...
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