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October 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech quarterback TaQuon Marshall (16) gets off a pass in the first half of an NCAA college football game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, October 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

October 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech running back Qua Searcy (1) runs with the ball in the first half of an NCAA college football game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, October 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN / HSHIN@AJC...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

October 21, 2017 Atlanta - Georgia Tech wide receiver Ricky Jeune (2) makes a move after a catch in the first half of an NCAA college football game at Bobby Dodd Stadium on Saturday, October 21, 2017. HYOSUB SHIN...HYOSUB SHIN / AJC

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: General view of the second half of the game between the Georgia State Panthers and the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: The Georgia State Panthers offense runs a play in the second quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Troy Trojans wide receiver Deondre Douglas (80) scores a 35-yard touchdown run in the second quarter against the Georgia State Panthers at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017,...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State fans tailgate before Georgia State's game against Troy at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: The Georgia State band performs before Georgia State's game against Troy at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State fans tailgate before Georgia State's game against Troy at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Troy Trojans wide receiver Deondre Douglas (80) runs past Georgia State Panthers linebacker Ed Curney (2) for a 35-yard touchdown in the second quarter of their game at GSU Stadium...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers head coach Shawn Elliott runs onto the field with players before their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta....Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers running back Kyler Neal (25) runs for a short gain in the first quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers quarterback Conner Manning (7) completes a pass to running back Glenn Smith (17) in the fourth quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers head coach Shawn Elliott talks to long snapper Seth-Patrick Holman (66) in the first quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers head coach Shawn Elliott watches from the sideline in the first quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers quarterback Conner Manning (7) attempts a pass in the second quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers wide receiver Tamir Jones (81) runs after a catch in the second quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers defensive lineman Dontae Wilson (52) tackles Troy Trojans running back Josh Anderson (33) for a short gain in the second quarter of their game at GSU Stadium...Jason Getz

October 21, 2017 - Atlanta, Ga: Georgia State Panthers quarterback Conner Manning (7) takes a snap in the fourth quarter of their game against the Troy Trojans at GSU Stadium Saturday, October 21, 2017, in Atlanta...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood head coach Philip Jones receives a trophy as they celebrate their win against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. Brookwood won 30-27...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood linebacker Amir Berry (7) celebrates their win against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. Brookwood won 30-27. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood kicker Jonah Randle (94) kicks the game-winning field goal as Cameron Barrington (13) holds in the second half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood kicker Jonah Randle (94, left) celebrates his game-winning field goal with holder Cameron Barrington (13) in the second half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview wide receiver CJ Daniels (4) eludes the tackle of Brookwood linebacker Ennio Zambino (22) in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood running back Dante Black (3) jumps over Parkview defensive back Matt Chavers (10) in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn...Jason Getz

Blessed Trinity RB Steele Chambers (22) runs for a TD as he leaves Marist's Ben Rosing (35) and LB Paul Stanley (42) behind during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

Blessed Trinity Varsity cheer captains Taylor Crandall, 17, is held from left by Rachael Foster , 17, Sophie Lobuglio, 17, and Samantha Long, 17, before a high school football game against Marist, Friday, Oct....John Amis

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood head coach Philip Jones, center, talks with players before their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

Marist QB Chase Abshier (11) is brought down by Blessed Trinity defender Jr Bivens during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview wide receiver Miles Marshall (23) gets the team fired up before their game against Brookwood at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO / JASON...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview players participate in pregame warm-ups before their game against Brookwood at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO / JASON GETZJason Getz

Marist QB Chase Abshier loses the ball after he is upended by Blessed Trinity defender Jr Bivens during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

Marist TE Jack Pantlin (38) is tackled by Blessed Trinity LB Jake Rudolph during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: A pink cloud hovers over the field as Parkview captains Colin Taliaferro (75) and Christian Malloy (24) head toward mid-field for the coin toss before their game against Brookwood...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview players run onto the field holding pink flags in support of Cancer Awareness Month before their game against Brookwood at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: A sky diver parachutes toward the field holding a U.S. flag before the game against Brookwood and Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview students wear pink in support of Cancer Awareness Month before their game against Brookwood at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO / JASON...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview quarterback Fred Payton (9) eludes the tackle of Brookwood linebacker Kareem Bessent (8) in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood wide receiver Matthew Hill (2) catches a touchdown pass in the first half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga...Jason Getz

Marist's Dean Johnson dives for a TD against Blessed Trinity during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

Blessed Trinity RB Elijah Green (21) is upended by a Marist defender during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

Marist WR Kyle Hamilton (10) tries to get away from Blessed Trinity LB Alex Poma (4) during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

Blessed Trinity WR Will Carlton (85) runs as Marist LB Paul Stanley (42) and Kyle Hamilton (10 pursue during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

Blessed Trinity WR Will Carlton (85) runs as Marist's Ben Rosing (35) defends during a high school football game, Friday, Oct. 20, 2017, in Roswell. (John Amis)John Amis

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood quarterback Angelo DiSpigna (10) attempts a pass in the first half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood running back Dante Black (3) fights for yards against Parkview defenders in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood linebacker Chris Cotter (23) makes an interception on a tipped pass in the first half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood linebacker Chris Cotter (23) tackles Parkview running back Christian Malloy (24) in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview quarterback Fred Payton (10) attempts a pass in the first half of their game against Brookwood at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. PHOTO /...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview running back Christian Malloy (24) fights for extra yards against Brookwood defenders in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood wide receiver Matthew Hill (2) can't make a catch as Parkview defensive back Christian Malloy (24) defends in the first half of their game at Parkview High School Friday...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood wide receiver Matthew Hill (2) stays upright after colliding with an official during a run in the second half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood wide receiver Matthew Hill (2) eludes the tackle of Parkview defensive back Matt Chavers (10) during a run in the second half of their game at Parkview High School Friday...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood wide receiver Matthew Hill (2) dives for a touchdown in the second half of their game against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga....Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Parkview wide receiver Miles Marshall (23) catches a touchdown pass against Brookwood defensive back Caleb Riley (5) in the second half of their game at Parkview High School Friday...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood defensive back Caleb Riley (5) tackles Parkview wide receiver Miles Marshall (23) after Marshall made a catch in the second half of their game at Parkview High School Friday...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood wide receiver Matthew Hill (2) gets a push from offensive lineman Casey Holman (77) for extra yards during a run by Hill in the second half of their game against Parkview...Jason Getz

October 20, 2017 - Lilburn, Ga: Brookwood head coach Philip Jones receives a trophy as they celebrate their win against Parkview at Parkview High School Friday, October 20, 2017, in Lilburn, Ga.. Brookwood won 30-27...Jason Getz

Georgia last beat Florida in 2013. It’s been a while. Take a look at the world of sports, and the world in general, when the Bulldogs last beat the Gators. For example, Todd Gurley (above) wore red and black.Sam Greenwood/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Barack Obama was President.Pool/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Donald Trump was still the host of the TV reality show The Apprentice.Slaven Vlasic/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Dan Uggla, Brian McCann, Evan Gattis, Tim Hudson and Andrelton Simmons still played for the Braves.Jason Getz / AJC/jgetz@ajc.com

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Colin Kaepernick helped the San Francisco 49ers reach the NFC Championship Game. Now he's unemployed.Christian Petersen/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... The Dow was around 15,914. On Friday it was 23,328. Spencer Platt/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Mark Richt (left) was Georgia's coach and Will Muschamp led the Gators.Sam Greenwood/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... The Braves were really good, finishing with a 96-66 record and winning the NL East.JIM YOUNG/REUTERS

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Falcons running back Devonta Freeman was a junior at Florida State, rushing for 1,016 yards.Streeter Lecka/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Point guard Jeff Teague still led the Hawks.JOHNNY CRAWFORD / JCRAWFORD@AJC./Jcrawford@ajc.com

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Tight end Tony Gonzalez still played for the Falcons. He had 83 receptions in the final season of his career.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

What the world was like the last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Georgia quarterback Jake Fromm (above) was 15 years old.ccompton@ajc.com/Curtis Compton

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Dansby Swanson was a college freshman at Vanderbilt, where he played only 11 games due to foot and shoulder injuries.Peter Aiken/Getty Images

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Mike Smith coached the Falcons to a 4-12 record.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Vad Lee was Georgia Tech's quarterback. The Jackets went 7-6 in 2013.JOHNNY CRAWFORD/Jcrawford@ajc.com

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Running back Steven Jacklson suited up for the Falcons.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

The last time Georgia beat Florida in 2013 ... Tim Tebow was still trying to make it in the NFL but was cut by the Patriots.Jared Wickerham/Getty Images

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields, who has committed to Georgia, suffered a hand injury in a game against Dalton Thursday night. Quickly attended to by trainers, it was determined that Fields likely broke the index...John Amis

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart, center, watches from the sideline during a high school football game pitting Harrison and Dalton on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. Harrison quarterback Justin Fields has...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields is tended to on the sideline after running off the field and laying down during the second half of a high school football game against Dalton on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields watches from the sideline after coming out of the football game against Dalton during the second half on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields carries the ball against Dalton. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, John Amis )John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields (1) looks to pass as lineman Andrew Waller (68) provides protection against Dalton defensive end Kevin Diaz (56) during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017,...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields (1) runs against the defense of Dalton defensive end Kevin Diaz (56) during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes against Dalton during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, John Amis )John Amis

Dalton QB Jahmyr Gibbs (1) runs for a TD as Harrison cornerback Mario Nunez and safety Tommy Pollack (27), tries to stop him during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields (1) passes against Dalton during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, John Amis )John Amis

Harrison linebacker Ricky Williams (19) celebrates a blocked extra point attempt against Dalton during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

Harrison wide receiver Dawson Brown runs as Dalton's Joshua Moore (34) goes for the tackle during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

Fans hold up a cutout of Harrison QB Justin Fields’ face during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, John Amis )John Amis

Dalton quarterback JP Tighe (13) runs as Harrison linebacker Kameron Coleman (16) tries to stop him during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields (1) drops back to pass as Dalton defensive end Kevin Diaz (56) and linebacker Jack Ridley (29) defend during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw...John Amis

Dalton running back Jahmyr Gibbs (1) scores with Harrison cornerback Marquis Alston (3) on the ground and Chandler Starks (19) following behind during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw...John Amis

Dalton's Jai'den Montgomery (2) leaves Harrison defenders on the sideline as he rushes during a high school football game on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

Harrison quarterback Justin Fields (1) drops back to pass as Dalton defensive end Kevin Diaz (56) is blocked by lineman Tonny Garcia (70) and linebacker Jack Ridley (29) is blocked by Dawson Brown, left, during...John Amis

dHarrison's Cooper Guilotte (17) and Andrew Waller (68) celebrate after winning 28-26 during a high school football game against Dalton on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2017, in Kennesaw, Ga. (Special to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution...John Amis

The Braves' 72-90 record in 2017 marked the club’s fourth consecutive losing season. It is the team’s longest streak of losing seasons since a seven-season skid from 1984-1990. So it wasn’t all highlights, but there...Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

The Braves played their first season at SunTrust Park in 2017, hosting a total of 2,505,297 fans. In the team's final season at Turner Field, the team drew 2,020,914 fans.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

It was the team's third-consecutive season with 90 losses. Since moving to Atlanta in 1966, the franchise has lost 90 games in three consecutive seasons twice before: in five seasons from 1975-1979 and then again...Hyosub Shin / hshin@ajc.com

The Braves went 37-44 at their new home after a 31-50 finish at Turner Field in 2016. This season marks the first time Atlanta had a losing record at home in consecutive seasons since 1988-1990.MIguel Martinez/MundoHispanico

Brian Snitker, who took over as the Braves manager on May 17, 2016, finished his first full season as Atlanta’s manager in 2017, bringing his record to 131-155 (.458).Todd Kirkland/AP

The Braves used 95 lineups -- fourth highest in Atlanta franchise history in 2017. That's still fewer than the team employed the last two seasons: 116 player combinations in 2015; 111 in 2016; and 101 in 1984.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

Braves pitchers struck out 1,258 batters (third fewest in the NL), while walking 584, the fourth most in the league.Bob Levey/Getty Images

The Braves set a single-season record, allowing 192 home runs (tied for 10th fewest in baseball). The 1970 team held the previous mark, with 185.Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

With 32 starts, Julio Teheran became the first Braves pitcher to make 30 starts in five consecutive seasons since Greg Maddux went eight straight from 1996-2003. Is one of eight MLB pitchers with at least 30 starts...Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Three Braves pitchers earned double-digit wins -- Julio Teheran (11), Mike Foltynewicz (10) and R.A. Dickey (10). The last time the Braves had three double-digits winners was 2014: Teheran (14), Ervin Santana (14)...Mike Zarrilli/Getty Images

A year after using a franchise record 16 starting pitchers, the Braves used ony 11 pitchers in the rotation this year. The starters went 46-72 (.390), the fourth-worst record in the majors. They tossed 914-1/3 innings...Rob Carr/Getty Images

The Braves' bullpen blew 23 saves, tied for the sixth most in franchise history.Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images

The Braves' bullpen compiled a hitless streak of 51 consecutive opponents’ at-bats from May 18-May 23. The streak is the longest single-season streak for any team’s bullpen in the expansion era (1961 – present)...Scott Cunningham/Getty Images

The Braves got younger as the season went on. The average age of the Braves' roster on Opening Day was 30.4 years. The average age of the 34 players on the active roster for the final day of the season was 27.5...Todd Kirkland/Getty Images

The Braves used 16 rookies in 2017, nine of which were pitchers. Eight of the rookies made their MLB debut this season, among them were three position players: third baseman Johan Camargo (April 11 at Miami), second...Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

Braves batters led the majors with 54 pinch-hit RBI and 10 pinch-hit home runs this season.Scott Cunningham/Getty Images

The Braves acquired Matt Adams May 20 in a trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. In 100 games with the Braves, he batted .271 (79-for-291) with 19 homers and 58 RBI. His 19 home runs tied the single-season Atlanta...Dilip Vishwanat/Getty Images

Center fielder Ender Inciarte -- a first-time All-Star in 2017-- recorded his 200th hit of the season Sept. 26 against the New York Mets. He is the first player since Marquis Grissom (207) in 1996 to have more than...Abbie Parr/Getty Images

A day after looking at five things to remember about Super Bowl 51, we'll take a look at five things to forget. This image of a Falcons fan at the Park Tavern could sum up the feelings of most local fans that fateful...

Falcons fans Jason Solis, left (11 jersey) and John Vergalejo (2) react to a play while watching the Super Bowl at the Park Tavern in February. Here's a look at the five things most Falcons fans would like to forget...

No. 1 -- Tom Brady: The Patriots quarterback set a pair of Super Bowl records while leading his team to the biggest comeback in Super Bowl history. (Bob Andres/bandres@ajc.com).

Brady had 43 completions and 466 passing yards, both new Super Bowl records, in the overtime victory. (John Spink/jspink@ajc.com)

No. 2 -- James White's TD: Patriots running back James White dives in for the winning touchdown in overtime. (Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com)

James White scored three touchdowns in the game, one each rushing and receiving before the game-winner in overtime. (John Spink/jspink@ajc.com).

No. 3 -- Danny Amendola's fourth quarter: Patriots receiver caught a six-yard TD pass with six minutes remaining in the game to pull the Patriots within 28-18. White added a two-point conversion after the TD, and...

No. 4 -- Bill Belichick's smile: The Patriots' coach well known for his stoic demeanor and short, direct responses during interviews is all smiles after winning his fifth Super Bowl. (Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

No. 5 -- Extreme disappointment from local fans. Sadness was felt from Houston to Atlanta and beyond after the Falcons fell short in the game. These fans react at the end of the game during a gathering at Dantanna's...

Eric Pope reacts after the Falcons fell short in the Super Bowl in February. Atlanta will meet New England again Sunday in Foxborough, Mass. -- not in the Super Bowl but a regular-season game. How will Falcons'...

The Atlanta Hawks lock arms during the national anthem before an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/LM Otero)LM Otero/AP

The Atlanta Hawks lock arms during the national anthem at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, right, yells at referee Ken Mauer (41) during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/LM Otero)LM Otero/AP

Dallas Mavericks guard Dennis Smith Jr., right, is fouled by Atlanta Hawks forward John Collins (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/LM Otero)LM Otero/AP

Atlanta Hawks guard Malcolm Delaney (5) dribbles against Dallas Mavericks guard Devin Harris (34) and forward Dwight Powell during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP...LM Otero/AP

Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) of Germany shoots against Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) of Germany during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP...LM Otero/AP

Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) drives against Dallas Mavericks guard Yogi Ferrell (11) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/LM Otero)LM Otero/AP

Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) of Germany reacts to a play during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/LM Otero)LM Otero/AP

Dennis Schroder #17 of the Atlanta Hawks takes a shot against Dirk Nowitzki #41 of the Dallas Mavericks in the first half at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty...Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

Atlanta Hawks guard Dennis Schroder (17) of Germany shoots against Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki (41) of Germany during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP...LM Otero/AP

Dennis Schroder #17 of the Atlanta Hawks takes a shot against Harrison Barnes #40 of the Dallas Mavericks in the first half at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald...Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

Marco Belinelli #3 of the Atlanta Hawks takes a shot against the Dallas Mavericks in the first half at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

Atlanta Hawks guard Malcolm Delaney (5) looks to pass against Dallas Mavericks forward Harrison Barnes during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Dallas, Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2017. (AP Photo/LM Otero)LM Otero/AP

Dennis Smith Jr. #1 of the Dallas Mavericks dribbles the ball against Dewayne Dedmon #14 of the Atlanta Hawks in the first half at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald...Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

DALLAS, TX - OCTOBER 18: Marco Belinelli #3 of the Atlanta Hawks takes a shot against the Dallas Mavericks in the first half at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald...Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

J.J. Barea #5 of the Dallas Mavericks dribbles the ball against Malcolm Delaney #5 of the Atlanta Hawks in the firs half at American Airlines Center on October 18, 2017 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty...Ronald Martinez/Getty Images

The time has come and the buildup has begun for the Falcons-Patriots game Sunday in Foxborough, Mass. Of course, it's a rematch of the most recent Super Bowl, won by the Patriots 34-28 in overtime. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc...

It's a game that most Falcons fans want to forget - and a game that has become the subject of memes, trolls and souvenir gifts in the New England area after the Patriots rallied from a 28-3 second-half deficit....

But there was some good that came out of the big game for the Falcons, and here's a look at the top five things to remember from that February night in Houston. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

No. 1 -- Devonta's dive: Falcons running back Devonta Freeman heads toward the end zone for a touchdown .....Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

....and goes airbone to cap off a five-yard scoring run that gave the Falcons a 7-0 lead in the second quarter.Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

No. 2 -- Two TD passes for No. 2: Falcons QB Matt Ryan, named the NFL MVP the night before the Super Bowl, had a pair of touchdown passes. Curtis Compton/ccompton@ajc.com

Matt Ryan connected with Austin Hooper for a touchdown in the second quarter and teamed up with Tevin Coleman for a third-quarter touchdown. Bob Andres/AJC

No. 3 -- Touchdown for Hooper: Tight end had a modest rookie season, but came up big in the big game with the 19-yard TD reception in the second quarter. Curtis Compton/AJC

No. 4 -- Alford's pick 6: Patriots quarterback Tom Brady leaps in vain to try to stop Falcons cornerback Robert Alford after his interception. Bob Andres/AJC

With Patriots quarterback Tom Brady watching in the background, Falcons cornerback Robert Alford heads toward the end zone with an 82-yard interception return that gave the Falcons a 21-0 lead in the second quarter...

No. 5 -- Julio's catch: Falcons WR Julio Jones (11) extends to make a catch over Patriots CB Eric Rowe (25) in the second half. Hyosub Shin/hshin@ajc.com

The dramatic catch on a third-down play in the fourth quarter kept a drive alive for the Falcons. Curtis Compton/AJC

The catch will arguably be remembered as one of the best in Super Bowl history. But it wasn't enough as the Patriots rallied to defeat the Falcons in overtime -- and next we will have 5 things to forget about the...

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Kentavious Caldwell-Pope of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles during the second half of a preseason game at Staples Center October 2, 2017. Caldwell-Pope signed with the Lakers as a free agent this summer after spending...Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images

Utah Jazz center Derrick Favors (15) grabs an offensive rebound over Phoenix Suns' Eric Bledsoe (2) and Devin Booker during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game Oct. 9, 2017. Favors played at Georgia...Ralph Freso/AP

Marcus Georges-Hunt made the Timberwolves roster at a long journey that included stops with the Heat and Magic and the NBA G League. He played for Georgia Tech from 2012-16. (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty...Jordan Johnson/NBAE/Getty Images

New York Knicks' Jarrett Jack shoots next to Brooklyn Nets' Jeremy Lin (7) and Jarrett Allen, right, during the first half of a preseason NBA basketball game Oct. 8, 2017. The 12-year veteran starts the season...Andres Kudacki/AP

Cleveland Cavaliers' Iman Shumpert (4) drives past Orlando Magic's Evan Fournier, center, during the first half of an NBA preseason basketball game Oct. 13, 2017. He begins his eighth NBA season after playing the...John Raoux/AP

Indiana Pacers' Damien Wilkins (12) drives past Milwaukee Bucks' Gerald Green (28) during a preseason NBA basketball game Oct. 4, 2017, in Milwaukee. Wilkins played nine NBA seasons but none since 2012-13 with the...Aaron Gash/AP

Indiana Pacers forward Thaddeus Young (21) during the second half of an NBA exhibition basketball game in Indianapolis Oct. 10, 2017. Young begins his 11th NBA season. He played at Georgia Tech in 2006-07. (AP Photo/Michael...Michael Conroy/AP

Local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday Oct.16, 2017. The $100 million complex is scheduled to be completed...MATT HOUSTON

Sarasota County Commissioner Nancy Detert visits with Atlanta Braves Vice Chairman John Schuerholz as other local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training...MATT HOUSTON

Atlanta Braves Vice Chairman John Schuerholz, local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday Oct.16, 2017. The $100...MATT HOUSTON

Chairman of West Villages Improvement District Marty Black, local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday Oct.16...MATT HOUSTON

Local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday Oct.16, 2017. The $100 million complex is scheduled to be completed...MATT HOUSTON

Atlanta Braves Vice Chairman John Schuerholz, local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday Oct.16, 2017. The $100...MATT HOUSTON

Local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday Oct.16, 2017. The $100 million complex is scheduled to be completed...MATT HOUSTON

Taylor Ranch Elementary School students sang the national anthem as local elected officials and Atlanta Braves team executives gathered to break ground on the new spring training facility in North Port, Fl. Monday...MATT HOUSTON

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