Atlanta Falcons conservative defense worked against Pittsburgh Steelers

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The Atlanta Falcons' took a conservative approach in their defensive strategy against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 1. Host Aaron Freeman breaks down the all-22 film to explain how they relied heavily on zone coverages and rushing only four players.

Later, he discusses the "war" between Nate Landman and Troy Andersen, over which linebacker will line up next to Kaden Elliss. Landman got work in base defense while Andersen worked in nickel defense. Aaron discusses how such usage is a thing of the past from long before the NFL was a "passing league" and if they can hold up over the course of a season.

Finally, he discusses the ongoing "dilemma" over whether or not the Falcons should replace Kirk Cousins with rookie quarterback Michael Penix. He explains why swapping out the quarterback isn't solving the plethora of other problems the Falcons need to solve on offense. #atlantafalcons

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