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Falcons’ defense playmaker index among best according to Pro Football Focus

Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) runs drill during the team's NFL training camp football practice Friday, July 28, 2017, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

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Atlanta Falcons defensive end Takkarist McKinley (98) runs drill during the team's NFL training camp football practice Friday, July 28, 2017, in Flowery Branch, Ga. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
By Maghen Moore
Aug 1, 2017

The Atlanta Falcons’ defense was among the highest overall playmaker index in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus.

The Kansas City Chiefs, Raiders and Tampa Bay were the only teams ahead of the Falcons. The Falcons added a few defensive players in the NFL Draft this year including Duke Riley and first-round pick Takkarist McKinley.

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