eady in the fold Takkarist McKinley Falcons Jersey , this defensive tackle group looks downright nasty." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesThe Falcoholic homepageHorizontal - WhiteThe Falcoholican Atlanta Falcons communityFollow The Falcoholic online:Follow The Falcoholic on TwitterFollow The Falcoholic on FacebookLog in or sign upLog InSign UpSite searchSearchSearchThe Falcoholic main menuFanpostsFanshotsLibraryFalconsOddsAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 321 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Library FalcFans Podcast on The FalcoholicContact The FalcoholicFalcons StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Falcons NewsYahoo Falcons Team PageYahoo Falcons ReportYahoo Falcons Depth ChartYahoo Falcons TransactionsYahoo Falcons PhotosOdds About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Tyeler Davison, Allen Bailey give Falcons hope for RB-crushing interior DL New,27commentsWith Grady Jarrett and Deadrin Senat already in the fold, this defensive tackle group looks downright nasty. EDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Tyeler Davison, Allen Bailey give Falcons hope for RB-crushing interior DL TwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Michael Reaves/Getty ImagesThe Falcons weren’t good at a lot of things in 2018, but they identified their run defense as a major liability for a reason. They only held opposing offenses under 100 yards five times, allowed two 200 yard rushing games, and were embarrassed frequently. They wound up 25th in rushing yards allowed and 21st in touchdowns, as well as 28th in yards per attempt. Stopping the run isn’t—and shouldn’t be—the priority it once was Elite Takkarist McKinley Jersey , but it’s a key part of a balanced defense, and having capable run defenders who can also rush the passer in a pinch is a nice thing. That’s why the signings of Tyeler Davison and Allen Bailey were praised when the Falcons managed them, and that’s why Dan Quinn is so excited about them today.The Quest to Rebuild the Offensive Line sucked up most of the oxygen this offseason, but the Falcons quietly (and relatively cheaply) rebuilt their defensive line rotation, as well. Grady Jarrett is an absolute stud, but in Davison and Bailey, the Falcons have two proven veteran defenders with long track records of run-stopping prowess. Their additions give the Falcons’ younger defensive linemen a chance to learn on the job with less pressure, and shores up that run defense in a major way. Bailey’s been established (and well-known) for a while now, but Davison has flown under the radar despite a few strong seasons in New Orleans. He graded out as an above average run defender for the Saints last year Game Takkarist McKinley Jersey , so losing him is likely to have an impact on New Orleans (however slight) while benefitting Atlanta, making it an ideal signing. Everywhere I turn there’s something about this Falcons team I like (except right tackle, at the moment), and that does concern me. But I doubt Davison and Bailey will be the guys to fall short of expectations, and that should mean we blissfully get an improved run defense in 2019. We missed the milestone last year, but it’s time to reckon with Dimitroff’s place in the team’s history."Sometimes milestones creep up on you. That’s how I somehow missed that 2018 was the 11th year with Thomas Dimitroff at the helm as the general manager of the Atlanta Falcons, despite the fact that it makes him the longest-tenured man in that role in team history. It took the departure of Scott Pioli to make me go back and look, but lo and behold, Dimitroff’s made some history. The only man who comes close is Ken Herock Takkarist McKinley Womens Jersey , who presided over an era of (relative, given the team’s history) success from 1987 to 1996. He was at the helm for 10 seasons, while Dimitroff is entering his 12th season with the Falcons, an era that is both longer and more successful than anything Herock could have dreamed of. We’ve spent enough time speculating about what might happen to this front office should things go awry this year, but regardless of what happens in the coming years, Dimitroff has cemented himself as the greatest GM in team history. I know that particular sentence won’t go down easy for some, but consider that under Dimitroff’s hair gelled reign, the Falcons have:Drafted their best QB ever and their sole MVP in Matt RyanSigned or drafted two of the most productive RBs in team history (Michael Turner and Devonta Freeman)Drafted the best receiver in team history in Julio JonesAdded top-flight talent at positions ranging from LT to DT to LB to CB to SSigned, in a stroke of minor genius Youth Takkarist McKinley Jersey , the best kicker in team history in Matt BryantHas provided the talent that took the Falcons to two NFC Conference Championships and just their second Super Bowl, and has presided over easily the winningest era in team historyDimitroff’s notable missteps along the way will ensure he gets heat whether he’s here for another season or another 20, but the items above lay out his case pretty neatly. Dimitroff has consistently nailed the biggest picks of his tenure and has, if a mixed track record in free agency, one that still has resulted in the team landing some of their best players of the last decade-plus. The only thing that has yet eluded the Falcons under Dimitroff, of course, is the one thing every Falcons fan, player, executive Takkarist McKinley Men Jersey , and owner want more than anything else: A Lombardi Trophy. If he can bring that home, his place in team history will be truly secure, but for now get used to someday telling your grandkids about the spiky-haired best personnel man in team history, likely by leading with the Matt Ryan pick and including the phrase “urgent athleticism” in there somewhere.