In 2024, the Atlanta Falcons exhibited poor tackling, finishing 24th in the NFL for missed tackles after ranking 11th in 2023. The decline was evident, particularly during games against opponents like the Commanders. The new Raheem Morris-led defense failed to live up to expectations, with standout Kaden Elliss performing well against a backdrop of subpar tackling from defensive backs, including Justin Simmons, who posted a missed tackle rate well above his previous performance. The poor tackling efficiency indicates deeper issues within the defensive strategy.
The Falcons' tackling dropped dramatically from 2023's 11th place to 24th in the NFL for missed tackles, indicating significant defensive shortcomings this season.
Kaden Elliss stood out with only 15 missed tackles, while new safety Justin Simmons saw a troubling 21.5% missed tackle rate compared to his previous elite stats.
Overall, the team's secondary accounted for the majority of missed tackles, with A.J. Terrell and Justin Simmons both ranking poorly in missed tackle rates.
Despite previously being one of the league's better tackling teams in 2023, the Falcons' defensive metrics reveal a dismal performance in 2024.
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