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Rise Up for the Atlanta Falcons

Football EST 1965

In 1965, Atlanta rejoiced with the awarding of the 15th football franchise in the National Football League. The Atlanta Falcons took to the field for the first time in 1966, and it has been a wild ride ever since, including six division wins and two Super Bowl appearances. 

While the championship remains elusive, Atlanta’s fans still pack Mercedes-Benz Stadium each year to much fanfare. There is nothing quite like seeing the Falcons starting lineup run onto the field through the shooting flames accompanied by heart-thumping music. You won’t miss a play inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium with the Halo Board. The largest video board in professional sports features 63,000-square feet of 360-degree HD video screen to view live action, highlights and iso-cameras. The atmosphere here brings even the most casual fan to their feet! And when the Saints come marching into town, you can witness one of football’s greatest rivalries. Be sure to share your Atlanta Falcons pride on social media using #RiseUp.

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