11-27-2023, 11:42 PM
(11-27-2023, 11:38 PM)coachmcneil71 Wrote: Losing both veteran S at the same time has definitely affected the defense. Bates had a 94 yard TD int yesterday. I have personally watched him effect at least 3 games for the ATL so far this season. It has without question affected the D. The numbers speak for themselves. That said, it hasn't been the death nail. As you mentioned, the pass rush has sucked and the run D is worst in the league.
The kids are learning and at least one of them is getting better quickly. That's a positive for sure.
Bates had ONE Pick 6 in 5 years for us, back in 2018.
I watched Bates lay down for a full season because he was pouting over his contract.
I do agree with you that the boys had a large learning curve, Scott being ass didnt help, but they are, and will, continue to improve.
