Building the Atlanta Falcons' all-time depth chart: Defense

Building the Atlanta Falcons’ all-time depth chart: Defense

ATLANTA, GA - SEPTEMBER 17: Defensive back Deion Sanders #21 of the Atlanta Falcons in action carrying the ball avoiding the tackle of centre Tom Rafferty #64 of the Dallas Cowboys September 17, 1989 during an NFL football game at Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Sanders played for the Falcons from 1989-93. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) /

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ATLANTA, GA – OCTOBER 14: Carson Palmer #3 of the Oakland Raiders fumbles after being hit by John Abraham #55 of the Atlanta Falcons at the Georgia Dome on October 14, 2012 in Atlanta, Georgia (Photo by Scott Cunningham/Getty Images) /

Defensive end (5):

DE1: Claude Humphrey
DE2: John Abraham
DE3: Patrick Kerney
DE4: Chuck Smith
DE5: John Zook

The Atlanta Falcons could use some of these guys in the worst way right now as they have not had a good pass rusher since John Abraham was cut.

Claude Humphrey, the Hall of Famer, is the best pass rusher—when considering longevity—in the team’s history. While John Abraham may be their most explosive pass rusher ever. Maybe this team could actually get some pressure.

Patrick Kerney is a favorite among a lot of people, and then Chuck Smith—known now for his training of current players—was a great player. Rounding out the defensive line is John Zook. They make for a solid 4-3 defense.

It is easy to forget about the pass rushers this team has had due to their recent faults.

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