The new Falcons defensive coordinator knows team success will be tied to the performance of his revamped defense. He talked ...

Atlanta’s defense took a huge step back under Lake, moving from 11th in the league in yards allowed in 2023, to 23rd in 2024.

The former Alabama All-American will be seeking his first playoff appearance in his seventh season with the NFL team.

The pressure will be on coaches like Kelvin Sheppard, who takes over a Lions defense that fell apart in the playoffs.