The defense of the Atlanta Falcons is becoming worse. Their incapacity to halt the run or produce negative plays has left their opponents with an excessive number of second- or third-and-short situations. This results in high rates of conversion on third downs, which snowballs into extended drives and extended possession times.
Due to the dramatic reduction in game length and narrowing margin of error, such problems place a great deal of pressure on Kirk Cousins and the offensive line.
They need to figure out how to address this going ahead. Getting a push against the run by the defensive line initiates everything. Once more, the postseason will be unattainable if issues are not resolved.
Time of possession has killed the Atlanta Falcons through three weeks
Possibly the most important aspect of winning a football game is stopping the run. You deny yourself the potential to win when you let your opponent run for four yards or more per play. You have a chance to force an interception or a stopped clock if you force them to pass.
You would be foolish to not run the ball all day long if you were planning a game versus the Falcons right now. They are unable to produce the negative plays that lead to clear-cut throwing opportunities and prevent the ball from getting to those two All-Pro safeties.
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