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Atlanta Falcons News: Breaking down defensive line moves

By Freddie Boston

Sep 3, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (97) reacts after a tackle for a loss against the Baltimore Ravens in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 3, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive tackle Grady Jarrett (97) reacts after a tackle for a loss against the Baltimore Ravens in the first quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /
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How much of the Atlanta Falcons’ cap is spent on offense? How do the moves along the defensive line affect the unit? That and more in the Dirty Bird Daily.

Good morning, Falcons fans. As we move within 16 weeks of the start of the regular season, the offseason program beings to shift into another gear. We’re moving ever closer to the start of phase three in the offseason program, OTAs, which begin on Monday.

The OTAs and mandatory minicamp, which will be held from June 14-16, is the final step on the road before training camp gets underway in mid-to-late July. That’s when football truly returns.

As you sit down this fine Friday morning with your coffee, enjoy these Falcons articles from around the internet.

Falcons to have coaching video sessions at OTAs — Vaughn McClure of ESPN

This year, the Falcons will be hosting video sessions with the media at OTAs, which was a little unexpected. While the media can’t record these sessions themselves, it will act as a tool to explain what the team is trying to do this offseason. Interesting.

Falcons spending far more on offense than defense heading into 2016 — Dave Choate of The Falcoholic

The Falcons haven’t been very good defensively for some time, so it’s hardly surprising to see the majority of the cap being spent on offensive players. The hope is the young defensive players on rookie contracts elevate their games to help the unit.

Making Sense of the Falcons’ Moves Along the Defensive Line — Charles R. McDonald of The Falcoholic

What do the recent moves along the defensive line mean for the Falcons? Charles R. McDonald breaks down Grady Jarrett’s move to nose tackle, the addition of Derrick Shelby in free agency, Vic Beasley moving to linebacker and Ra’Shede Hageman sliding to defensive end.

Next: Ranking the top five offenses in NFC

New Orleans Saints vs Atlanta Falcons: Biggest Roster Hole in NFC South — Dan Salem of NFL Spin Zone

Which team in NFC South has the biggest roster hole? It could be between the New Orleans Saints and Atlanta Falcons, who both had many issues defensively last year and have been unable to get everything fixed ahead of the new season.

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