The Falcons overhauled their defense in the offseason. They're hoping players with "a natural edge" lead to a change on the field, too.

Veteran Leonard Floyd and rookie first-round picks Jalon Walker and James Pearce Jr. are already making an impact for the Falcons, who had their first practice of training camp in pads on Tuesday.

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