Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons vs. Detroit Lions

Skip to main content

Advertising

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in his first career start with the team on August 24, 2008. Ryan was the first rookie quarterback to start a season for the Falcons since Michael Vick in 2001.

1 / 23

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in his first career start with the team on August 24, 2008. Ryan was the first rookie quarterback to start a season for the Falcons since Michael Vick in 2001.

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Michael Jenkins #12 runs in the first career pass from quarterback Matt Ryan #2 for a touchdown on August 24, 2008 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga.

2 / 23

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Michael Jenkins #12 runs in the first career pass from quarterback Matt Ryan #2 for a touchdown on August 24, 2008 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Ga.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

3 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

4 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

5 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

6 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

7 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

8 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

9 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

10 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

11 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

12 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

13 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

14 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

15 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

16 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

17 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on September 7, 2008.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

18 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in his first career start with the team on August 24, 2008. Ryan was the first rookie quarterback to start a season for the Falcons since Michael Vick in 2001.

19 / 23

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan #2 in his first career start with the team on August 24, 2008. Ryan was the first rookie quarterback to start a season for the Falcons since Michael Vick in 2001.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

20 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

21 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

22 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

23 / 23

Images from the match up between the Atlanta Falcons and Detroit Lions in Atlanta on December 21, 2002.

Advertising

This Ad will close in 3

Advertising

Throwback Thursday | Falcons vs Colts

This Throwback Thursday, we're taking at look back at the Falcons vs Colts match-up through history.

Throwback Thursday | Falcons vs Panthers

This Throwback Thursday, we're taking at look back at the Falcons vs Panthers match-up through history.

ATL Draft History | Falcons trade up for Julio Jones

Wide receiver Julio Jones was drafted by the Atlanta Falcons sixth overall in the 2011 NFL Draft.The team was designated for the No. 27 overall pick, but traded up to No. 6 with the Cleveland Browns to select Jones.

Through the Years | Falcons vs. Saints

One of the best rivalries in sports. Take a look at the history between the Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons at New Orleans Saints

The Atlanta Falcons will face the New Orleans Saints in Week 11 of the 2020 NFL Season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup in New Orleans.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons vs. Denver Broncos

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Denver Broncos in Week 9 of the 2020 NFL Season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup in Atlanta.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons head to Charlotte to face the Carolina Panthers in Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup at Carolina.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons at Minnesota Vikings

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 6 of the 2020 NFL Season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup in Minnesota.

Raheem Morris | Interim Head Coach

The Atlanta Falcons have announced Raheem Morris as interim head coach.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons vs. Carolina Panthers

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Carolina Panthers in Week 5 of the 2020 NFL Season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup in Atlanta.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons at Green Bay Packers

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Green Bay Packers in Week 4 of the 2020 NFL Season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup at Lambeau Field.

Through the Years | Atlanta Falcons vs. Chicago Bears

The Atlanta Falcons will face the Chicago Bears in Week 3 of the 2020 NFL Season. Take a look back some of the history of the matchup in Atlanta.

Top Galleries

Falcons re-sign cornerback Mike Hughes

Falcons extend tackle Jake Matthews

Fritz Falcon attends "Rosenmontag" carnival parade in Düsseldorf together with NFL Germany

Devin Hester and Atlanta high school athletes celebrate Black History Month

Advertising