Atlanta Falcons history documented in new YouTube series

Being an Atlanta Falcons supporter is a rollercoaster of emotions. Some years, we’re on cloud nine and the city is buzzing. Other times, the team is so inept, it makes us question our loyalty.

For those who stick around, they represent the heartbeat of Atlanta, and the Falcons definitely lean onto that, even if the on-field results aren’t up to par.

That said, for those in the Falcons fanbase, there’s one grueling question that is currently being answered on YouTube:

How many know the full history of our Atlanta Falcons? 

Currently, a channel by the name of Dorktown (which is part of the SB Nation crew) is documenting the Falcons’ entire 56-year history, from the formation of the team all the way up to the current season.

Their producer, noted Chiefs fan Jon Bois, was enamored with the behind-the-scenes history of the Falcons and, together with his team, are currently in the midst of a seven-part series on the Falcons in a sequel to their first hit, the history of the Seattle Mariners.

Here are some highlights if you’ve missed any episodes so far:

Anyone remember that Norm Van Brocklin, the NFL’s single-game passing yards leader, was our head coach? How about Jerry Glanville’s “Grits Blitz”, which is arguably the NFL’s best defense without a championship to back it up?

Furthermore, how many remember a quarterback by the name of June Jones, who ran the league’s only run-and-shoot offense for a stint? Or, better yet, who remembers the Falcons’ original motto when “Neon Deion” came to town: “Too Legit 2 Quit?”

Better yet, does anyone remember a quarterback by the name of Brett Favre? It sounds like the current Hall of Famer, but there’s no way he could be in our team’s history, right? Ludicrous, yet true.

Finally, who remembers the actual history of the Falcons-Saints rivalry, arguably the NFL’s most heated, and that in the one playoff meeting between the squads, our Falcons won?

Currently, the series is at its third episode, which includes the Falcons’ history from formation in 1966 to 1995 season. Up next: the first-ever Super Bowl trip and a delve into the new millennium Falcons.

If fans ever want to truly understand the Atlanta Falcons, this is the series. So kick back, relax with a beverage, and find out everything there is to know about our team. If you’re like me, it’ll not only give some more insight into the team but also will reinvigorate the passion this fanbase has. It’s the NFL’s best.