Phil King
The oldest major professional sports team in America with no championships.
The Atlanta Falcons are a professional American football team based in Atlanta. They compete in the NFL as a member of the NFC South division. Founded on June 30, 1965, they joined the NFL in 1966 as an expansion team.
- Role
- Defensive Tackle
- Affiliation
- Atlanta Falcons (1979–1989)
- Draft Year
- 1979
- Pro Bowls
- 4
- All-Pro Selections
- 2
- Super Bowl Appearance
- XXXIII
Verified Timeline
Lore & Background
The Falcons have appeared in two Super Bowls: Super Bowl XXXIII (1998 season) and Super Bowl LI (2016 season), losing both. They are the oldest major professional sports team in America with no championships.
In Their Own Story
The stadium roared as the Falcons lined up for what would become a defining moment in their season. Phil King, eyes locked on the quarterback, felt the familiar surge of adrenaline. With a burst of power that sent defenders scrambling, he broke through the line, his hands driving past blockers with surgical precision. The crowd erupted as he delivered a sack that shifted momentum forever—a play etched into Falcons lore.
Reader's Guide
The Falcons' current home field is Mercedes-Benz Stadium, which opened for the 2017 season. Their headquarters and practice facilities are in Flowery Branch, Georgia.
Did You Know?
- The Falcons were founded on June 30, 1965.
- They won division championships in 1980, 1998, 2004, 2010, 2012, and 2016.
- Their first Super Bowl appearance was Super Bowl XXXIII, a 34–19 loss to the Denver Broncos.
- Their second Super Bowl appearance was Super Bowl LI, a 34–28 overtime loss to the New England Patriots.
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