AndySG Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I know that the sky is falling, but I thought it would be nice to have a thread where people can post what they think have been positives from this season. I'll start. Jake Matthews, Devonta Freeman, Ricardo Allen, Robert Alford. All players who have been labeled busts my certain camps who have really stepped up their performances this year and showed they belong in this league. The first two look as if they could be "franchise players". What have you guys been pleased with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdz4i Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 running game has come back to life. run defense has stepped it up. another off season to get more guys quinn wants and hopefully next year will be better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Flare Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Dimitroff will get fired, unless Blank is a complete moron after all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caponine Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 The running game has taken off , if they can hang onto the ball (Tevin Coleman) , they will be one of the best 1,2 tandems in the league by next year also the defense has impressed too , run defense and free safety . Ricardo Allen is playing well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aerosmith67 Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 running game has come back to life. run defense has stepped it up. another off season to get more guys quinn wants and hopefully next year will be better.I like the direction of the defense, after 4-12/6-10 this wasn't a 1 year fix but it looks respectable compared to where it's been in the past. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOYLE Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 We have had injuries but not season ending injuries like in previous years. So we are in position with a full roster going forward. There is really no reason for us to be losing other than poor play by guys who are capable of better performances. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Theyhateme : ) Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Edit: This year is over...? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Gritz Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I'm VERY excited about several of the young guys going forward:Watching Vic Beasley SO CLOSE to sacking Bridgewater Sunday really made me realize that this kid is going to be very good sooner rather than later. He just needs a little more seasoning and a couple of more moves.Ricardo Allen. Man, what a find for the Falcons. He's rarely out of place and actually catches the ball when the QB is baited into throwing it to him. Could be the ball-hawking FS for several years going forward that the Falcons definitely need.Running game. Devonta runs with an urgency and violence that just can't be coached or found that often. If Tevin Coleman solves his fumbling issue he has a 2nd gear that the Falcons haven't had in a back since Jerious Norwood was here. The Falcons running game all of a sudden is a force.Justin Hardy. Okay, maybe he hasn't exactly wowed the league yet, but in my eyes this kid just passed a HUUUUGE test by the way he took not being activated for the first half of the season. Did he pout? Sulk? No, he waited patiently for his opportunity. Whenever the ball gets thrown to him all he does is catch the football. I love everything about Justin Hardy.I love A LOT of the young guys on the Falcons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDaveG Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Bierman is playing above his head right now. That's good to see, for the time being (I still think he's a casualty next season).Julio is still a complete monster, though he has struggled as Ryan has struggled.Bosher's tackling is top drawer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDaveG Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Watching Vic Beasley SO CLOSE to sacking Bridgewater Sunday really made me realize that this kid is going to be very good sooner rather than later. He just needs a little more seasoning and a couple of more moves.I kind of take Beasley for granted, because I don't see him struggling like the folks who only look at the stat line do.But you're right -- the kid is unreal talented and is getting better each game. If we can get him some help, he's going to be monstrous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimeyKidd Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I'm VERY excited about several of the young guys going forward:Watching Vic Beasley SO CLOSE to sacking Bridgewater Sunday really made me realize that this kid is going to be very good sooner rather than later. He just needs a little more seasoning and a couple of more moves.Ricardo Allen. Man, what a find for the Falcons. He's rarely out of place and actually catches the ball when the QB is baited into throwing it to him. Could be the ball-hawking FS for several years going forward that the Falcons definitely need.Running game. Devonta runs with an urgency and violence that just can't be coached or found that often. If Tevin Coleman solves his fumbling issue he has a 2nd gear that the Falcons haven't had in a back since Jerious Norwood was here. The Falcons running game all of a sudden is a force.Justin Hardy. Okay, maybe he hasn't exactly wowed the league yet, but in my eyes this kid just passed a HUUUUGE test by the way he took not being activated for the first half of the season. Did he pout? Sulk? No, he waited patiently for his opportunity. Whenever the ball gets thrown to him all he does is catch the football. I love everything about Justin Hardy.I love A LOT of the young guys on the Falcons.Beasley finally focused on his speed rush instead of doing that dumb *** spin move. Finally doing what makes him win. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzard_falcon Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Dimitroff will get fired, unless Blank is a complete moron after all.Sorry, try again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notthatcool Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I've been pleased with...BeirmannTherezieAllen Freeman/Coleman JarrettSchofieldTammeRun DefenseThe secondary considering that is where most of our injuries have been.The Oline, after the preseason I thought it would be a disaster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ki46dinah Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Freeman is a beast...moves on moves...decisive....can catch.He has a lot of tread on his tires for years to come.Most explosive Falcon back (Antone is straight fast but not as good as a runner) I have seen in my 16 years following the Falcons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMT11 Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Freeman is going to gget banged up Im afraid, just nature of his style and his frame, overall hes been a nice surprise, hes got greaet vision and understands his position very very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bring It Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I'm pleased with all the extra time I've spent with my family on Sundays......NOT watching these imposters. I quit back in October. Refreshing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoYouSeeWhatHappensLarry Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Matthews, Freeman, Julio, Trufant, Grady, Ricardo, DiMarco, Bosher, Alford, Therizie, Clayborn, Beasley (flashes), Hageman, etc. I don't really have any major complaints about the defense. Wish the pass rush was getting home more but the run defense has been strong for the most part, 3rd downs havent been as bad as they were in the past and the defense in general has played well given the limitations of the LBs. OL has been good in non-clear passing downs. DiMarco has been excellent. Freeman has been very good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draftnut57 Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Dimitroff will get fired, unless Blank is a complete moron after all. You say this every year... It's not happening because he is the best thing in the Draft room even thou you don't see it. Glad the fans don't run things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DoYouSeeWhatHappensLarry Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Freeman is going to gget banged up Im afraid, just nature of his style and his frame, overall hes been a nice surprise, hes got greaet vision and understands his position very very well. I don't think this is true. He took a shot to the head that would have taken any back out. He hasnt taken a ton of big shots or punishment otherwise. I dont think theres any real reason to think he's too small or built in a way thats a poor fit. He's compact and thick. That works well for what we ask him to do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
notthatcool Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I'm pleased with all the extra time I've spent with my family on Sundays......NOT watching these imposters. I quit back in October. Refreshing.Yet, you are posting here.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nono Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 silence with the faint sound of crickets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
takeitdown Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Given that I'm generally annoyed with the team this year, there's a lot to be pleased about. If our offense simply scores 24 in the last several games, the only loss is New Orleans. The offense has been that good for years, so even though it's horrid right now, there's no reason it can't get back on track (whether that's from scheme adjustment, scheme change, or getting used to it.)The D, while not exciting (little pass rush) is pretty effective, and a couple of players can make them a top 10 unit.Rookies are playing and getting experience for next year.If interior OL (including center) and passing game were going, this is a 10-1 or 9-2 team right now. So get it back going. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mega Flare Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 You say this every year... It's not happening because he is the best thing in the Draft room even thou you don't see it. Glad the fans don't run things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Dog Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 I'm saving so much money by watching the train wreck in the comfort of my living room on the big screen with snacks that are 75% cheaper and the only traffic to slow me down are my 2 jack Russell terriers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
octoslash Posted December 2, 2015 Share Posted December 2, 2015 Uhhhh.....there are only a couple leaks in the Dome roof? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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