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Atlanta Falcons News: Vic Beasley going to be used in versatile role

By Freddie Boston

November 8, 2015; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (44) at the line of scrimmage during the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi
November 8, 2015; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive end Vic Beasley (44) at the line of scrimmage during the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi /
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How will the Atlanta Falcons use Vic Beasley this season? Beasley buys into his new role. That and more in today’s Dirty Bird Daily.

Good morning, Falcons fans. Vic Beasley will be used creatively by head coach Dan Quinn this season, but he isn’t the only one to be moved around. Quinn is looking to use his players more creatively this season.

In today’s “Dirty Bird Daily”, let’s also a look at the offensive line and how the state of the tackle position. As you sit back with your Saturday morning coffee, enjoy these Falcons articles from around the internet.

Video: How do the Falcons plan to use Vic Beasley? — ESPN.com

How will Vic Beasley fit into the Falcons’ plans moving forward? Dan Quinn wants to move him around to see if he has good versatility. Beasley will play some SAM linebacker as well as lining up at defensive end. He is not the only player set to move around.

Falcons 2016 roster review: Offensive Tackle — The DW of The Falcoholic

The Falcons all of a sudden have a strong pair of starting tackles. How does the position group as a whole look? If one of Jake Matthews or Ryan Schraeder gets hurt, Atlanta needs adequate depth.

Falcons offensive line ‘on a mission’ in 2016 — Andrew Hirsh of AtlantaFalcons.com

With the addition of center Alex Mack, the Falcons offensive line could be one of the best in the league this season. The O-line was much improved last season, and with a combination of good tackles as well as a top-10 center in the league, the entire line now looks stronger. They just need to stay healthy.

Falcons coaches sold Beasley on move to linebacker — D. Orlando Ledbetter of AJC.com

Vic Beasley’s move to linebacker came as a bit of a surprise initially, but it makes sense the more you think about it. Beasley is going to be a key piece for Dan Quinn defensively, and being able to move him around and use him in a number of roles can be beneficial. He’ll still get to rush the passer off the edge in nickel downs.

Next: Ranking the top five NFC offenses

Projected Falcons depth chart for OTAs — D. Orlando Ledbetter of AJC.com

How is the Falcons’ depth chart shaping up entering OTAs? D. Orlando Ledbetter makes his predictions ahead of phase three of the offseason program, which begins next week.

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