Divine Deablo has become the Falcons' middle anchor, patrolling the field with rare range and a knack for tackling. Through four games he’s started nearly every snap, racked up 18 tackles with 0.5 sacks, a TFL, a fumble recovery, and three passes defended, transforming Atlanta’s defense into a disruptive unit.

Coaches and teammates credit his length and speed for shrinking throwing windows and closing space on check-downs, helping a defense that sits near the top in total and pass defense. With the bye week approaching, Deablo’s evolution gives fantasy managers a clear linchpin in Atlanta’s reshaped scheme.

A.J. Terrell’s hamstring injury opens a larger role for Dee Alford as Atlanta hosts Washington. Alford impressed in Week 3 vs Carolina, facing Bryce Young four times with only one nine-yard completion and multiple knockdowns, earning high praise from Raheem Morris as he prepares for Sunday. With KhaDarel Hodge and Nathan Carter out and Agnew/Washington back, Atlanta leans on depth and the return game to stabilize a sputtering offense.

Terrell’s status looms: the Falcons expect to be without him Sunday, but no injury designation is listed for Agnew or Washington as they return after Week 1. Pitts, Hellams, and Casey Washington are limited but appear ready. Fantasy managers should watch Alford’s expanded CB role and Agnew’s returns as Atlanta faces Washington’s aerial attack.