Yahoo Sports reports: The Falcons are confident their defense will take a step forward in 2026, but replacing veteran leaders Kaden Elliss and David Onyemata won’t be easy. While Atlanta boasts an exciting group of young defenders, proven production is leaving the building. Can rising stars like Jalon Walker, Xavier Watts, and Brandon Dorlus fill the void, or will the loss of experienced playmakers be felt more than expected? Here’s why the Falcons’ defensive outlook remains one of the biggest storylines heading into