Welcome to Forgotten Falcons, a 2019 offseason series where we remember some quality players who have been largely forgotten by the fanbase over the years. Today, we’ll take a look back at a very popular man during the Mike Smith era, running back Jason Snelling.
Time in Atlanta: 2007-2013
Stats: 363 carries, 1,420 rushing yards, 8 rushing TDs, 3.8 yards per carry, 168 receptions, 1,249 yards, 9 receiving TDs, 7.4 yards per reception, 45 tackles, 3 kick returns, 39 yards
Why you should remember him
Okay, this one is a little bit of a stretch given that he played so recently and is still a familiar name to most fans, but his name came up so often and I loved him so dearly that I’m going to allow the stretch.