11.   Along the way he met a defensive line coach from Oklahoma State named Wannstedt, and the two became the best of friends.

12.   Already short-staffed on the defensive line and at linebacker, the Falcons incurred more damage at both positions Sunday.

13.   Although quarterback is the most prominent position open, Hackett is probably more concerned about several other spots, including offensive line, defensive line and linebacker.

14.   And he can teach younger players like second-round draft pick Brandon Mitchell the ins and outs of defensive line play.

15.   And Jones indicated that upgrading the defensive line is a bigger priority.

16.   And on the defensive line, second-year tackle Brandon Mitchell, who will be playing with a broken hand, needs to perform.

17.   And Pellom McDaniels and Vaughn Booker are a couple of young guys who have filled in on the defensive line.

18.   And the repeated inability to line up onside for the defensive line is inexcusable.

19.   And Terry Killens, a senior outside linebacker, has been moved up to the defensive line.

20.   And then during the game, they lost the left side of their defensive line.