After Loss to 49ers, What Should the Falcons Do Now?
Atlanta is again at a crossroads after a heartbreaking loss in the NFC Championship game. Share your thoughts on what the franchise should do moving forward.
The Atlanta Falcons went farther in the playoffs in 2013 than in any year since the 1998 season. Yet, there's still the taste of defeat. And that makes many Falcons fans wonder, "What does it take?" Sunday's 28-24 loss to San Francisco at the Georgia Dome was tough for Atlanta in that the Falcons, who were the top-seeded NFC playoff team, had a 17-0 lead in the first half. According to media reports, that made it the largest comeback in the history of the NFC Championship. That shows the Falcons' chief weaknesses -- defense, and a championship tradition. And those should be the team's top priorities to keep moving forward. -- What are your thoughts on the Falcons' future? Who will win the Super Bowl? Share your opinions in the comments …
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Leonard Stimley; Ph.D.
11:44 pm on Wednesday, January 23, 2013
A high quality running back would be nice. The Falcon's are all pass and nothing else. The opponents stop the Falcons easily. They only need to defend against the pass. The Falcons running threat is non-existant. Turner doesn't go for much yardage any more, and Rogers is too small to be a power back or to count on for too many carries. more ›