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Gritz Blitz: [26] Nickname for the 1977 Atlanta Falcons defense led by then defensive assistant Jerry Glanville that allowed the fewest points per game (9.2) in NFL history. Ground Chuck: [39] Nickname for the conservative, ball-control offense favored by coach Chuck Knox.
Grady Jarrett says the Atlanta Falcons' defense hasn't given up on what seemed to be a lost season. The defense has played big roles in back-to-back wins to back up Jarrett's claim. The Falcons ...
Zone blocking is a technique that is a simple and effective scheme for creating lanes for running plays. In a zone blocking scheme, fleet-footedness and athletic ability trump size as desirable qualities in offensive linemen. Coordination and technique matter more than muscle in implementing a successful scheme because defensive linemen are ...
Safety Jessie Bates led a cast of new veteran starters on the Atlanta Falcons' defense that was dominant against Carolina rookie quarterback Bryce Young, especially in the second half. Bates stood ...
In the 1977 season on November 27 in Atlanta, the Falcons and the Buccaneers faced each other for the first time. The Falcons were led by their outstanding defense, famously known as "Grits Blitz." This defense achieved a remarkable feat by setting an enduring NFL record for allowing the fewest points in a 14-game season. [21]
2023 record: 7-10, missed playoffs Draft picks per round. 1st Round: No. 8 2nd Round: No. 43 3rd Round: No. 74 3rd Round: No. 79 (from Jaguars) 4th Round: No. 109 5th ...
On January 29, 2024, Lake was hired to be the defensive coordinator for the Atlanta Falcons. Lake followed head coach Raheem Morris to Atlanta having served on staff with him both with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Los Angeles Rams. [16] On January 11, 2025, the Falcons announced that they had fired Lake after one season. [17]
The Falcons have struggled for years to stop opposing offenses, but they're hoping an offseason spending spree will produce a more fearsome unit. Atlanta Falcons turn attention to defense after ...