What happened: Atlanta owns a 61% pass rush win rate, third in the ESPN metric. Atlanta also owns a 32% run stop win rate, sixth in the league.
Why it matters: Pairing edge pressure with interior run stops keeps offenses behind the chains early. That balance for the Atlanta defense reduces obvious-passing downs opponents can exploit.
By the numbers: ESPN pass rush win rate: Atlanta 61%, 3rd. ESPN run stop win rate: Atlanta 32%, 6th.
What to watch: The sample grows past September, when early efficiency faces heavier rushing workloads. Continued top-six marks in both categories would signal a sustainable front.