Falcons 'won't be close-minded' when hiring Dean Pees replacement

Falcons won't alter defensive personnel preferences with change in coordinatorScott Bair

FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - The Falcons have a pressing need at defensive coordinator. That doesn't mean they'll try to replace Dean Pees at warp speed.

The NFL has added some protocols designed to slow such hirings down a bit - it was previously a full-on sprint upon season's end -- which will allow for a more thorough