Falcons’ Keanu Neal allows second-lowest passer rating from the slot

Atlanta Falcons safety Keanu Neal allowed the second-lowest passer rating from the slot behind Washington Redskins cornerback Bashaud Breeland last season.

Neal finished the 2016 season allowing a 72.9 passer rating from the slot while Breeland allowed a 63.9 passer rating.

After being drafted by the Falcons with the 17th overall selection in the 2016 NFL Draft, Neal finished his rookie season with 106 tackles.

The Denver Broncos Chris Harris, Jr. allowed the third-lowest passer rating from the slot last season at 73.3.

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