Falcons: Examining whether each defensive position has improved or declined since 2022
Atlanta Falcons 2022 vs. 2023: Safeties
2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|
Richie Grant | Richie Grant |
Jaylinn Hawkins | Jaylinn Hawkins |
Erik Harris | Jessie Bates III |
Jovante Moffatt | DeMarcco Hellams |
Micah Abernathy | Micah Abernathy |
Dean Marlowe | Lukas Denis |
Teez Tabor | Clifford Chattman |
The safety position is as clear as the cornerback position was controversial/debatable. The Atlanta Falcons prized free agent addition was one of the best safeties in the game—Jessie Bates III
Jessie Bates brings a lot to the Falcons. He has a tremendous pedigree, is extremely talented, is one of the best ball hawks in the NFL, and is a leader for the secondary. He will make everyone better on this team.
Richie Grant will benefit big time from Bates as he will be able to play more freely. We don't quite know what Jaylinn Hawkins' role will be but there has been talk about formations that will include three safeties.
DeMarcco Hellams caps it off as a rookie who was extremely productive at Alabama. He was a leading tackler for Nick Saban which says a lot about who he is.
Verdict: Improved
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