Club History
18 entries in the Atlanta Falcons compendium.
Deion SandersPrime Time: Hall of Fame cornerback, two-time Super Bowl champion, and only athlete to plaGeorgia DomeAtlanta's iconic dome that hosted champions and history.1966 Founding EraThe Atlanta Falcons: proud, dignified, and fighting for a championship since 1966.Y.A. Tittle Quarterback YearsThe legendary veteran who retired before Atlanta's expansion began.The 1980s Rebuilding YearsA decade of turbulence, coaching changes, and the slow birth of a new identity.The Dan Quinn Defensive RevolutionA fearless, blitz-heavy defense that propelled Atlanta to the Super Bowl before a historicThe 2016 Super Bowl LI CollapseThe greatest comeback in Super Bowl history.The Arthur Smith Rebuild PhaseThe Arthur Smith era: a three-year rebuild that fell short of playoff contention.The Kirk Cousins Interim ChapterOne of the oldest major professional sports teams in America with no championships.1966 Expansion EraThe oldest major professional sports team in America with no championships.Joe Gibbs Interim (None)A historical non-event: Joe Gibbs never coached or led the Atlanta Falcons in any capacity1970s 'The Falconry' EraResilience and identity forged in the early years of the franchise.Michael Vick ArrivalRise Up — Falcons football since 1966.Randy Moss Trade AttemptRandy Moss, Hall of Fame wide receiver, set the NFL single-season touchdown reception reco2012 NFC Championship Game49ers rally from 17–0 halftime deficit to defeat Falcons 28–24.1980s Super Bowl XXIII RunThe 49ers' last-minute drive to glory in Super Bowl XXIII.Thomas Dimitroff Front OfficeThe oldest major professional sports team in America with no championships.Matt Ryan Prime YearsThe steady hand that guided Atlanta to the pinnacle and defined a generation of offense.
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