5 Questions Atlanta Falcons Must Answer in Training Camp in 2015

5 Questions Atlanta Falcons Must Answer in Training Camp in 2015

By Dan Kasper

June 30, 2015

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5 Questions Atlanta Falcons Must Answer in Training Camp in 2015

ATLANTA FALCONS 063015 — When looking at the Atlanta Falcons' roster, it's easy to tell they have some holes they need to fix. The Falcons play in one of the worst divisions in football though, so they still have a shot at making a playoff run. If the Falcons want to increase that chance of getting to the playoffs, they have to answer these five questions in training camp.

When looking at the Atlanta Falcons' roster, it's easy to tell they have some holes they need to fix. The Falcons play in one of the worst divisions in football though, so they still have a shot at making a playoff run. If the Falcons want to increase that chance of getting to the playoffs, they have to answer these five questions in training camp.

5. Will the Falcons Have a Running Game?

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5. Will the Falcons Have a Running Game?

Devonta Freeman 063015 — Steven Jackson and Jacquizz Rodgers are both gone from the team, so the Falcons will be looking for some help in the running game. The front-runner is Devonta Freeman, but rookie running back could push to get some playing time. Regardless, the Falcons need to develop a running game to take the pressure off of Matt Ryan and the passing attack.

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Steven Jackson and Jacquizz Rodgers are both gone from the team, so the Falcons will be looking for some help in the running game. The front-runner is Devonta Freeman, but rookie running back could push to get some playing time. Regardless, the Falcons need to develop a running game to take the pressure off of Matt Ryan and the passing attack.

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4. Will Anyone Step up at Tight End?

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4. Will Anyone Step up at Tight End?

Jacob Tamme 063015 — The Falcons are still struggling to replace Tony Gonzalez and it looks like this year won't be any different. The Falcons tight end group consists of: Jacob Tamme, Levine Toilolo, Tony Moeaki, and Mickey Shuler. Tamme and Moeaki are more than likely the front-runners, but this group isn't close to putting up the production that Gonzalez did. The Falcons are hoping one of these players can at least be serviceable.

The Falcons are still struggling to replace Tony Gonzalez and it looks like this year won't be any different. The Falcons tight end group consists of: Jacob Tamme, Levine Toilolo, Tony Moeaki, and Mickey Shuler. Tamme and Moeaki are more than likely the front-runners, but this group isn't close to putting up the production that Gonzalez did. The Falcons are hoping one of these players can at least be serviceable.

3. How Much Has the Offensive Line Improved?

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3. How Much Has the Offensive Line Improved?

Jake Matthews 063015 — The Falcons' offensive line was horrible last season. Jake Matthews was suppose to be a fixture at left tackle, and he still could be, but he struggled in his rookie season last year and now there is talk he could move to the guard position. If the Falcons have an offensive line that can't consistently win in the trenches, they won't win many games. They have to figure out a way to protect their franchise quarterback better.

The Falcons' offensive line was horrible last season. Jake Matthews was suppose to be a fixture at left tackle, and he still could be, but he struggled in his rookie season last year and now there is talk he could move to the guard position. If the Falcons have an offensive line that can't consistently win in the trenches, they won't win many games. They have to figure out a way to protect their franchise quarterback better.

2. Does Roddy White Have Anything Left in the Tank?

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2. Does Roddy White Have Anything Left in the Tank?

Roddy White 063015 — Roddy White will be turning 34 years old this November and the past couple of seasons he has been limited due to injuries. The Falcons already have a No. 1 receiver with Julio Jones, but White has been a very good compliment to Jones. Will White's injuries and age finally catch up to him though? The Falcons may have to start looking at a future without White and figure out a way to keep White healthy for this season.

Roddy White will be turning 34 years old this November and the past couple of seasons he has been limited due to injuries. The Falcons already have a No. 1 receiver with Julio Jones, but White has been a very good compliment to Jones. Will White's injuries and age finally catch up to him though? The Falcons may have to start looking at a future without White and figure out a way to keep White healthy for this season.

1. Will the Falcons Finally Have a Pass Rush?

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1. Will the Falcons Finally Have a Pass Rush?

Vic Beasley 063015 — The Falcons were one of the worst pass rushing teams last season and they're hoping they addressed that issue in the draft by selecting Vic Beasley in the first round. New coach Dan Quinn comes from Seattle where they excelled at getting after the quarterback so there should be an improvement. The Falcons go against Drew Brees, Cam Newton, and Jameis Winston in their division, so a pass rush is key.

The Falcons were one of the worst pass rushing teams last season and they're hoping they addressed that issue in the draft by selecting Vic Beasley in the first round. New coach Dan Quinn comes from Seattle where they excelled at getting after the quarterback so there should be an improvement. The Falcons go against Drew Brees, Cam Newton, and Jameis Winston in their division, so a pass rush is key.

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