The Atlanta Falcons defense has a HUGE challenge waiting in Week 1: Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers.
But there is a blueprint for Atlanta to win.
The Falcons need to dominate the line of scrimmage, limit Jalen Warren and Rico Dowdle, constrict the space available to Pittsburgh’s offense and force Rodgers to make tight-window throws under pressure. The goal isn't simply to stop Rodgers—it’s to test what his 42-year-old body can still do when the pocket collapses.
Atlanta is also entering the season with a more aggressive defensive identity. The Falcons showed more of an attack-style approach during the preseason, a major change from the previous zone-heavy philosophy.
If Atlanta can stop Pittsburgh's run game, the defense can force Rodgers and his receivers to win against tighter coverage and under duress.
And despite the uncertainty surrounding Tua Tagovailoa and the Falcons' quarterback situation, the prediction remains the same
Can Atlanta's defense deliver?
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