2018 Falcons defense: Vote who should stay or go

The Atlanta Falcons have a long list of pending free agents they must decide if they want to re-sign — many of them on defense and special teams.

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Here’s a look at the key players on the Falcons’ defensive and special teams rosters in 2017.

Make your choices and see how they compare with Falcons beat writer D. Orlando Ledbetter in his annual review of the roster.

> More: Vote on Falcons' 2018 offensive roster

Falcons’ draft bio: A look at ex-Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts

Falcons select safety Xavier Watts in the third round of the NFL draft

Falcons ‘fell in love’ with Jalon Walker, who’s a new face of their defense

Jalon Walker gives the Atlanta Falcons a long-needed explosion off the edge.

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Falcons’ draft bio: A look at ex-Notre Dame safety Xavier Watts

Falcons select safety Xavier Watts in the third round of the NFL draft

Falcons ‘fell in love’ with Jalon Walker, who’s a new face of their defense

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