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It’s not easy being a Falcons fan |
ATLANTA — Being a fan of the Atlanta Falcons is fairly difficult, according to a new study from On Numbers. The Atlanta Falcons ranked 15th out of 32 teams with a fan difficulty index of 1.269. The Falcons have never won a Super Bowl, have only had one spurt of back-to-back winning seasons (the past three years) and were dismissed quickly in the playoffs last year by the eventual Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers in a 48-21 rout. The study determined it’s more difficult to root for the Detroit Lions than any other NFL team. Two key factors are Detroit’s 53-year streak without a title and the team’s 19-year inability to crack the quarterfinal round of the NFL playoffs. Three Super Bowl titles since 2001 made the New England Patriots the easiest NFL team to root for, according to the study. On Numbers analyzed all 32 pro football teams, seeking to identify the franchises that have consistently disappointed their fans. (Atlanta Business Chronicle) You Might Be Interested InLeave any suggestions in the comment box. Posted in 1, falcons-news, Green Bay Packers, New England Patriots | Comments Off
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Mike Smith Signs Three-Year Contract Extension With Atlanta Falcons |
Read More: Mike Smith (LB – BAL), Atlanta Falcons Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith has signed a three-year contract extension. The amount of paper to be stacked by Smith has yet to be announced, though it’s reasonable to presume he picked up a handsome raise after winning the 2008 Coach of the Year award and guiding his team to a 2010 NFC South title. In the past three years, only New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick has won as many regular season games as Smith. The Falcons had never enjoyed consecutive winning seasons until Smith took over the team — during his time in Atlanta, they’ve had three straight. His value to his franchise is as high as any NFL coach’s. It’s important to maintain coaching staff consistency in the NFL, and with Bill Musgrave and possibly Mike Mularkey moving along this offseason, locking up Smith was even more critical. For more on Smith and what this move means for the Falcons, visit The Falcoholic. Thanks for visiting our blog =). |
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GNB Sports NFC South Halfway Review and Preview |
Atlanta Falcons (5-2) While they haven’t received a large amount of media coverage, the Falcons have quietly pieced together a very impressive first half to the season. A year after posting consecutive winning seasons for the first time in franchise history, the Falcons look like legitimate playoff contenders in a NFC that, like the rest of the league, has no clear frontrunners. Their offense as … If you like reading our blog, remember to bookmark it. Posted in falcons-news | Comments Off
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Atlanta Falcons Franchise Turnaround Must Continue Against 49ers |
The Atlanta Falcons are in the midst of a culture change. It began in 2008 when three newcomers, rookie quarterback Matt Ryan , newly-signed running back Michael Turner , and first-year head coach Mike Smith, led the team to an improbable 11-5 season and a playoff berth. Thanks for reading! . |
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Atlanta Falcons’ Overtime Win at New Orleans Has Them Brimming with Confidence |
While many teams meddle with identity crises three weeks into the NFL season, the Falcons feel like they are getting a better feel for what kind of team they are. After posting back-to-back winning seasons for the first time in franchise history last season, the Falcons are out to show the league that they are legitimate, perennial playoff contenders, and that started with a 27-24 overtime win … Feel free to leave your comments below. Posted in falcons-news | Comments Off
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