The Atlanta Falcons secured a victory against the New Orleans Saints with a final score of 19-17. But in a surprise move, team leaders Coach Raheem Morris and General Manager Terry Fontenot were let go.
Despite the win and finishing with an 8-9 record, tied for the top spot in the NFC South, it wasn’t enough to save their jobs. The Carolina Panthers ultimately claimed the division title due to tiebreakers.
The Falcons showed strength by sweeping the Saints this season. However, the team’s management decided a change in leadership was needed for future success. The search for a new coach and general manager will begin immediately, focusing on candidates who can uphold strong leadership.
Falcons owner Arthur Blank expressed appreciation for Morris’s contributions, particularly his efforts to maintain a positive team culture.
