Let’s face it though- the Atlanta Falcons have that four-year magic. While the years in between are the least bit desirable, the wait often pays off. It’s just like the San Francisco Giants and their even-year success.
It all started back in 1998 when the Falcons made their first Super Bowl run. A franchise that, at that time, was 37 years old, appeared in the big game for the first time. Sure, it was a loss at the hands of the Denver Broncos but it was exciting.
The Dirty Bird was brought to life and people started to believe.