So why did the Falcons move the league’s sack leader to linebacker?

Exactly why did the Falcons move All-Pro edge rusher Vic Beasley, who led the league in sacks last season with 15.5, to linebacker for most of this season?

AJC columnist Jeff Schultz is working on a column that has some answers for you.

We’ll be sure to share it on Twitter when it’s done, but enjoy a slice of the interview in this video.

Here's the story we wrote a few weeks back: Vic Beasley embracing the move to strongside linebacker

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