You figure the Chiefs will get their offense rolling at some point. The Falcons decided it wouldn’t be Sunday night. It’s been a long time since the Falcons have fielded a great defense. Maybe this finally will be the year.
If the Falcons can slow down the Chiefs, then who can’t they handle?
The effort wasn’t enough for a victory. The Falcons had a chance to win because the defense forced a three-and-out. Trailing by five points, the Falcons made it to Kansas City’s 13-yard line. They failed to convert a fourth-and-1 in the red zone for the second consecutive possession.
That sealed the 22-17 loss at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. It was a waste of a fine defensive effort for the Falcons.
“It’s hard to say you’re pleased with the play of your defense,” Falcons coach Raheem Morris said. “You don’t choose sides up here. You don’t pat people on the back for losses. We are not here to do that.
“We played well enough to give ourselves a chance to win the football game, but there’s always things you can do better.”