The Atlanta Falcons' secondary unit has undergone a significant overhaul, with the addition of star safety Jessie Bates III and former 3rd overall pick cornerback Jeff Okudah, joining AJ Terrell. With these talented new additions, there is optimism about the potential of this reshaped secondary to become a special unit for the team this season.
During an interview on Timeout! with Eric Slaughter, Aaron Freeman, the host of Locked on Falcons, highlighted the potential of the group. He mentioned that with the combination of Bates III, Okudah, and Terrell, they have the ability to play a more aggressive style under the new Defensive Coordinator, Ryan Nielsen. This could lead to increased effectiveness in defending against opposing offenses and creating turnovers.
However, Freeman also offered a note of caution, reminding listeners that the unit is still relatively young. It may take some time for the players to develop chemistry and adjust to the new defensive schemes. As the season progresses, they are likely to improve and gel as a unit, potentially reaching their full potential.
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